Our inbox has been FULL of bangers all month long! September has truly surprised us with just how many new albums and singles are being released. In the past two weeks, we’ve seen iconic pre-releases from Rachel Chinouriri and Tinashe, as well as collabs from MALUMA x SHAKIRA and ATEEZ’s HONGJOONG x Bazzi.
These singles are quickly reviving our music library. And you better believe they’ll be soundtracking our weekends and beyond. Here are seven new singles to add to your playlists!
Tinashe – ‘Pillow Fight’ & ‘I’d Rather Be Alone’
First, we have Tinashe‘s two new pre-release singles: ‘Pillow Fight’ and ‘I’d Rather Be Alone.’ She’s just one week away from dropping her newest album, Popstar. ‘Pillow Fight’ is a flirty, old-school R&B anthem that we’ve been missing desperately. Meanwhile, ‘I’d Rather Be Alone’ takes on a vulnerable edge as a breakup ballad. We’re beyond ready for this new Tinashe era!
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TINASHE:
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Rachel Chinouriri – ‘Make believe’
Last week, Rachel Chinouriri released her second pre-release single, ‘Make believe,’ from her second album, I think I spoke too soon. This album is roughly a month from releasing, and we’re gripping the edge of our seats in anticipation. ‘Make believe’ is a sultry track about self-worth in romantic relationships. She sings about betraying boundaries for someone who doesn’t deserve it (which hits home for us).
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT RACHEL CHINOURIRI:
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MALUMA & SHAKIRA – ‘AGUA’
At this point, we think everyone knows that any song that MALUMA and SHAKIRA touch turns to gold. Their new collaboration, ‘AGUA,’ quenches our thirst and then some! It’s a sensual merengue song that once again proves the magic between these two global artists. They sing about a love that ends up on fire every time they’re together, no matter how much water they have. (We’ll need plenty to cool us down.)
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MALUMA:
FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITTER | WEBSITE | YOUTUBE
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SHAKIRA:
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googly eyes – ‘Pandora’s Box’
You may have seen her opening for Ashnikko earlier this year. Or you may have known her as DEZA in the past. But if you haven’t heard of googly eyes yet, then allow us to introduce you to one of our favorite rising electronic pop auteurs. She’s just released a brand new future-pop single, ‘Pandora’s Box,’ and we’re already addicted. It’s a song about the decisions we make and the unpredictable paths they take us on.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT GOOGLY EYES:
INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE
ATEEZ’S HONGJOONG & Bazzi – ‘ENOuGH’
The next new single we need to rave about is ATEEZ’s HONGJOONG‘s ‘ENOuGH’ with Bazzi. It’s such an iconic collaboration that we weren’t expecting in 2026. Their voices complement each other so well in this track about feeling whole after a long period of loneliness. When you’ve been pining after someone for so long, that sense of fulfillment when you finally get together is unparalleled.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ATEEZ:
FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITTER | WEBSITE | YOUTUBE
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BAZZI:
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James Arthur – ‘Waste My Tears’
Following a successful year in touring, James Arthur has officially released his highly anticipated new track, ‘Waste My Tears.’ A song about self-worth and inclusivity, this single reminds us to be the most authentic version of ourselves. He sings about letting go of anything that doesn’t deserve our energy, which is so real. His soulful voice pulls on our heartstrings and empowers us so much.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT JAMES ARTHUR:
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MICO
Finally, we have MICO‘s vulnerable new single, ‘Everything’s the same.’ This song came about immediately after MICO completed his debut album, When the lights turn on. He sings about coming home to a place that doesn’t feel like it anymore. He grapples with the passage of time, especially as the person who left to chase his dreams. We’re ready to scream this track on his world tour, which starts in just a few days!
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MICO:
DISCORD | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITCH | TWITTER | YOUTUBE
Which of these new singles are you adding to your playlist? Is it Tinashe’s pre-release tracks? Or MALUMA and SHAKIRA’s newest collab? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram!
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