Described as a "vulnerable" song, "Damage" was written and conceptualized by Lindsay "Mavelle" Gilbert and Mya, while production was helmed by Los Da Mystro with additional contribution from frequent collaborator Lamar "MyGuyMars" Edwards.

Inspired by musicians Prince, The Isley Brothers and Mint Condition, "Damage" musically incorporates a combination of electric guitar, drums and keys.

A collaborative effort, "Damage" is a four-minute and 43-second contemporary R&B midtempo written by singer-songwriter Lindsey "Mavelle" Gilbert, Torauss Johnson and Mýa, with production overseen by producers Los Da Mystro and My Guy Mars.

Pulling from the inspiration of 70's and 90's R&B, "Damage" starts with a couple of very soft inflections in reminiscent of The Isley Brothers, but gradually build vocally like Stokley of R&B band Mint Condition and combines the guitar dynamics of Prince.

Speaking with Complex, Mýa revealed the message behind the song, commenting, "'Damage' is about taking risks, stepping into new territory regardless of the outcome, while further explaining, this thing we call love has always been tricky and as beautiful as it can be, we can potentially lose ourselves in it.

That's life and it's scary, noting lastly, that with an intense passion and yearning, I'm willing to risk it all for that special one who sets my soul and desire on fire, despite the potential damage it may bring.