Summary of Western music releases [February 2025]

ROMEOAnitta

Anitta – ROMEO (Official Video)

Anitta, the Brazilian artist who has elevated Shakespeare’s classic into modern reggaeton, delivers a track with duality: a valiant Romeo clad in silver armor and wings, and Juliet portrayed under her real name, Larissa.

The narration by Puerto Rican singer Lenny Tavárez also leaves a strong impression.

Released in February 2025, the song enlists Subelo NEO—known for work with Bad Bunny—as producer.

By fusing traditional reggaeton beats with contemporary production, it achieves a passionate sound that lights up the dance floor.

An appearance at the Coachella Festival is set for April 2025.

This song symbolizes Anitta’s new challenge and the blossoming of her talent, recommended for moments when you want an uptempo boost or to tap into your inner strength.

Lost Your FaithAva Max

Ava Max – Lost Your Faith (Official Visualizer)

A weighty work themed around eternal love and faith, depicting a relationship in collapse, arrives from American singer-songwriter Ava Max.

After achieving a global breakthrough with her 2018 hit song “Sweet but Psycho,” she takes on pop rock for the first time with this release.

Sampling Leonard Cohen’s classic “Hallelujah,” she powerfully conveys the unraveling of trust with a loved one through her vocals.

Released in February 2025, the track was unveiled as the lead single from her third studio album, following Heaven & Hell and Diamonds & Dancefloors.

Singing about overcoming heartbreak and resolving to emerge stronger, this is a song to hear when you find yourself at a crossroads in life.

Kiss The SkyG-Eazy

G-Eazy – Kiss The Sky (Audio)

An ambitious work by American artist G-Eazy that portrays ambition and the hunger for success on a grand scale.

While rooted in a traditional hip-hop style, it features Cage the Elephant’s Matt Shultz and achieves a fusion with alternative rock.

Included on the album “Freak Show,” this track is packed with a strong will toward self-actualization and a passion for pushing beyond limits.

Released in February 2025, it has drawn attention as a further evolution following the studio albums “When It’s Dark Out” and “The Beautiful & Damned.” Recorded in a Los Angeles studio and produced by Rodaidh McDonald and Western Weiss, it’s a recommended listen for those pursuing self-expression or exploring new musical possibilities.

TweakerGELO

GELO – Tweaker (Official Video)

Jero, a former American basketball player turned rapper, has dropped a stunning debut that carries the spirit of Southern hip-hop.

His distinctive style—melding bouncy beats reminiscent of New Orleans’ golden era with a singer-songwriter-like flow—has been turning heads.

Following its January 2025 release, the track reached No.

29 on the Billboard Hot 100, injecting fresh energy into the music scene.

Jero, whose brother is an NBA player, signed a $13 million deal with Def Jam Recordings to kick off his full-scale music career.

The music video, shot in Los Angeles and Chicago, also features his brother, highlighting their strong family bond.

Perfect for parties or late-night drives, this record revives the hip-hop sound of the ’90s and early 2000s for today—don’t miss it.

S.U. FT. Denzel CurryIDK

IDK – S.U. FT. Denzel Curry (Visualizer)

Over a heavy, dark beat, Maryland’s IDK and Florida’s Denzel Curry deliver a powerful message centered on betrayal and shifting loyalties.

Born from the duo’s deep friendship, this track is the lead single from the album “BRAVADO + INTiMO (CONTiNUED…)” released in February 2025.

Produced by Kal Banx and Calvin Valentine, the production captures both the raw grit of the streets and a striking sense of introspection.

IDK first drew major attention with his 2019 album “Is He Real?” and has continued to release standout projects like “USee4Yourself.” It’s a must-listen not only for hardcore hip-hop fans, but also for anyone moved by reflective, soul-searching lyrics.

BORN AGAIN feat. Doja Cat & RAYELiSA

LISA – BORN AGAIN feat. Doja Cat & RAYE (Official Music Video)

This is an unconventional collaboration that fuses a powerful disco-pop and Britpop sound with the diverse vocals of three artists in perfect harmony.

Lisa from Thailand joins forces with the UK’s Raye and the US’s Doja Cat to sing about rebirth after heartbreak and personal transformation.

Released in February 2025, the track drew attention as part of Lisa’s solo debut album Alter Ego.

The album features 12 songs and gained traction through its tie-in with the drama The White Lotus Season 3.

With its silky vocals and energetic beats, this piece is perfect for anyone looking to reclaim their true self or take a bold new step forward.

AbracadabraLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Abracadabra (Official Music Video)

Set in a magical nocturnal world, this powerful dance-pop piece from American artist Lady Gaga centers on the theme of confronting oneself.

Anchored by the presence of a woman in red—symbolizing inner conflict—it paints a vivid interplay of light and darkness.

A grand dance battle featuring forty dancers in white capes is staged with stunning flair, fully showcasing Gaga’s artistry.

Scheduled for release in February 2025 as part of the album “Mayhem,” it also precedes her headlining performance at Coachella in April of the same year.

It’s a song that will resonate deeply with anyone seeking a new step forward while exploring how to face themselves.