The track was produced by Alex da Kid and based on a demo originally written and recorded by Skylar Grey.
Reception was generally positive, with some critics—such as those from the BBC—arguing that Part II actually improved upon the original by centering Rihanna’s "commanding" performance. Others, like the Chicago Sun-Times, felt it was an "unnecessary sequel" that muddied the song's social message regarding domestic abuse. Love The Way You Lie (Part II)
While Part I was led by Eminem’s aggressive verses, Part II is anchored by Rihanna’s soulful and vulnerable vocals. The song explores the cycle of domestic violence from the survivor's viewpoint, detailing the internal struggle between the desire to leave and the agonizing attachment to a partner. The track was produced by Alex da Kid
The standard album version includes a "fiery new verse" from Eminem toward the end, while an alternate version featured on iTunes is a purely acoustic piano ballad. While Part I was led by Eminem’s aggressive