It is notable for being the only song on the album co-written by touring guitarist Taylor York, who would become an official member of the band following its release.

[2] "That's What You Get" enjoyed crossover success on the radio, peaking higher on the pop-based Mainstream Top 40 chart than Alternative Songs.

Cut scenes of Hayley Williams singing the song outside in front of the camera with her back to the friends and family are shown.

The video ends in a fast-motion sequence with the lovers kissing and taking a picture of themselves on a cellphone, and all the people at the party are rushing out the living room, knocking over a couch, and leaving a record spinning.

[11] The music video was shot just over a week after Paramore cancelled their European tour to work on "personal issues",[12] amidst media speculation of the band breaking up.

Hayley Williams explained that, given the fragile state of the band, they all thought it best if they kept the shoot low-key, surrounding themselves with their friends and family, keeping it simple.