Music and Lyrics

Once a famous pop star, Alex Fletcher now finds himself entertaining fans of his former band, 'PoP!', at various nostalgic gatherings. He comes to terms with his 'has-been' status, performing old hits and reminiscing about his youth.

Alex looks forward to participating in the 'Battle of the 80's Has-Beens', a boxing event where washed-up stars compete. The anticipation builds as he prepares to face off against fellow nostalgic figures, hoping to regain some fame.

Alex's manager, Chris Riley, brings exciting news that Cora Corman, a young megastar, wants him to write a song for her. The title of the song is 'A Way Back Into Love,' and she wishes to perform it at Madison Square Garden in just two weeks.

As Alex begins to work on the song, Cora's manager, Ray, reveals that seven other artists are competing for the same title. The pressure intensifies as Alex realizes he must complete the song by the week's end to secure a chance with Cora.

While struggling to compose, Alex discovers that Sophie Fisher, who waters his plants, has a talent for writing lyrics. He approaches her for help, hoping that her creativity can aid him in meeting the upcoming deadline.

After some initial reluctance, Sophie agrees to collaborate with Alex. Their professional relationship flourishes as they work on the song, merging Alex's melody with Sophie's lyricism, creating a beautiful piece.

Sophie opens up about her past struggles, sharing her insecurities stemming from a toxic relationship with her English professor. This revelation leads to a deeper connection between her and Alex as they bond over their personal challenges.

Alex and Sophie celebrate when Cora accepts their completed song. They feel a sense of accomplishment, having successfully collaborated under pressure, and hope that their work will lead to greater opportunities.

During a dinner with Alex’s team, Sophie's ex, Sloan, unexpectedly appears, causing her great distress. Alex steps in to support her, helping her prepare to confront Sloan about the emotional turmoil he caused her.

As Alex and Sophie navigate their feelings for one another, their professional collaboration leads to romantic encounters. The complications of their personal lives challenge their budding romance, making their connection even more complex.

Frustration arises when Cora performs a version of 'A Way Back Into Love' that deviates from their original vision. This causes Sophie to leave, feeling uninspired and unable to continue working with Alex.

In a moment of desperation, Alex learns that Sophie has sent Cora new lyrics. He passionately performs a heartfelt song titled 'Don't Write Me Off' in hopes of winning her back, revealing his true feelings.

Touched by Alex's performance, Sophie finds him backstage at Madison Square Garden. They reconcile as Alex reveals he convinced Cora to use their original version of the song, mending both their personal and professional ties.

The film culminates with Cora's rendition of 'A Way Back Into Love' becoming a major hit, leading to both Alex and Cora gaining recognition once again. Their collaboration is celebrated, marking a new chapter in their careers.

As Alex and Sophie find success together musically, they also strengthen their romantic relationship. The film concludes with them creating five additional pop hits, solidifying their partnership in both love and music.