Stranger Things season 4 part 1 has officially premiered, and it’s time to meet our new villain. In the first volume of the super-size fourth season, the gang faces off against Vecna, a creepy big bad different from the likes of Demogorgons and The Mind Flayer.

Without giving away any huge spoilers from Stranger Things season 4 part 1, Vecna takes his first victim in the premiere episode of the season, but the Upside Down’s latest villain doesn’t make his move on a member of our favorite Hawkins crew until about halfway into the season.

Unfortunately, Max realizes that she might be next on Vecna’s list, as she hears and sees the grandfather clock that kicks off his curse. However, her friends realize a foolproof method to keep her out of his clutches, and it has something to do with her favorite song.

Warning: Spoilers from Stranger Things season 4 part 1 ahead!

As Max comes the closest she’s gotten to being overtaken by Vecna, her friends discover from Nancy and Robin’s interview with Victor Creel that familiar sounds could help bring the villain’s victims back from the Upside Down and return to their mind and body.

In episode 4, Max starts levitating while visiting Billy’s grave and soon finds herself in Vecan’s grip. Dustin, Steve, and Lucas scramble to figure out Max’s favorite song, which shouldn’t be too difficult since she’s often sporting her tape player and headphones.

The beginning of the season shows Max listening to “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush before sitting down to talk with her guidance counselor, Ms. Kelly. Thankfully, Lucas remembers that “Running Up That Hill” is Max’s favorite song, and they play it for her as she runs out of the Upside Down. It was a close call, but they saved Max!

What did you think of Max’s encounter with Vecna? Do you like her favorite song? Share your Stranger Things season 4 part 1 thoughts in the comments!