Olivia Rodrigo
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Our weekly Friday Music Guide curates the most compelling new releases. We spotlight the essential tracks and albums that are set to dominate the airwaves and top your playlists throughout the coming weekend and beyond.
Following last week’s highlights featuring Taylor Swift, Niall Horan, and Tinashe, we are back with another heavy-hitting lineup.
This week, Olivia Rodrigo unveils her highly anticipated third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love. Additionally, BTS treats fans to a streaming release of a previously exclusive vinyl track from ARIRANG, and Jack White builds anticipation for his upcoming record, Frozen Charlotte. Explore our full breakdown of this week’s standout releases below.
Olivia Rodrigo — You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love
Fresh off the success of her Hot 100 chart-topper “Drop Dead” and the top-five hit “The Cure,” Olivia Rodrigo returns with her third full-length project. The album masterfully pivots between two emotional poles: the intoxicating rush of new romance and the melancholic aftermath of heartbreak. The third single, “Stupid Song,” perfectly encapsulates this duality, blending vulnerability with a self-aware, wry humor that makes the intense highs and lows of youth feel universally relatable.
BTS — “Come Over”
To commemorate the 13th annual BTS Festa, the global superstars have finally brought “Come Over” to major streaming platforms. Previously a hidden gem on the deluxe vinyl edition of their March album, ARIRANG, this high-energy, hip-hop-infused anthem features production credits from Grammy winner Cirkut, alongside SUGA, RM, and j-hope.
Jack White — “Dollar Bill”
Following his powerhouse appearance on Saturday Night Live, Jack White is back with a gritty new single ahead of his July 10 album launch. “Dollar Bill” channels a distinct western-blues aesthetic, showcasing White’s signature penchant for enigmatic, sharp-tongued lyricism as he navigates themes of autonomy and possession.
Bebe Rexha — “One Day”
Marking her first major release since her transition to independent status, Bebe Rexha’s new project, Dirty Blonde, is a vibrant collection of dance-pop staples. “One Day” provides a soulful, mid-tempo departure from the rest of the record, offering a raw and unflinching look at moving on from a past flame. It is a powerful anthem of self-worth that serves as a reminder that some losses are simply gains in disguise.
Infinity Song — INFINITY SONG
The sibling collective Infinity Song has officially released their self-titled debut, a project that highlights the unparalleled vocal chemistry only lifelong collaborators can possess. Drawing from their roots in New York and Los Angeles, the Boyd siblings have crafted a record that balances expansive production with a profound, intimate sincerity that defines their unique sound.
