Though it's still early in the year, there is already an impressive lineup of albums set to release in 2025. The music industry never fails to give us an epic soundtrack for each year, delivering unforgettable songs to look forward to and love as they are released. Highlighting some of the albums already announced for this year, here are our picks for Pop Albums We Can't Wait to Hear in 2025.
1. The Weeknd - Hurry Up Tomorrow
His upcoming sixth studio album, The Weeknd's Hurry Up Tomorrow is scheduled to be released on January 31, 2025, through XO and Republic Records. The album will contain confirmed guest appearances from Anitta and Playboi Carti and has been supported by the release of three singles: "Dancing in the Flames," "Timeless (with Playboi Carti)," and "São Paulo (featuring Anitta)." Serving as the final part of a trilogy, Hurry Up Tomorrow follows the Weeknd's previous two studio albums, After Hours (2020) and Dawn FM (2022), and will be supported by the upcoming psychological thriller film of the same name.
2. Teddy Swims - I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 2)
Following the success of his 2023 debut studio album, Teddy Swims is set to release his sophomore project, I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 2), on January 24, 2025. The album embraces many of the aspects we loved about I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 1), featuring Swims' introspective lyrics and unique blend of R&B, soul, and pop.
3. Tate McRae - So Close to What
Her upcoming third studio album, Tate McRae's So Close to What is scheduled to be released on February 21, 2025. The album's release has been preceded by two singles, "It's OK I'm OK" and "2 Hands," both of which were released in the fall of 2024. Supporting the album's release, McRae will embark on her Miss Possessive Tour, playing shows throughout the year in Europe and North America.
4. Lady Gaga - LG7
Though we still don't have an exact release date, Lady Gaga teased her next studio album under the unofficial name "LG7," stating it would be released in February 2025. There's no telling if we'll still get the album in February, but it's safe to assume we'll see the album come out sometime this year. Gaga revealed the lead single off LG7 in 2024, giving us a much-needed taste of her signature synth-pop style with "Disease."
5. Lana Del Rey - The Right Person Will Stay
Scheduled to be released on May 21, Lana Del Rey has announced her 10th studio album, The Right Person Will Stay. The album will be released through Interscope Records and Polydor Records, marking a slight departure from the artist's signature alt-pop sound as she explores genres like classic country, Americana, and Southern Gothic.
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Written By Cheyenne Johnson
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