This week’s New Music Friday serves up an exciting blend of fresh hits from some of the biggest names in music. From Tyla’s sun-soaked anthem “Bliss” to Miley Cyrus’ raw, emotional ballad “More to Lose,” and the powerhouse collaboration between Halsey and Evanescence’s Amy Lee on “Hand That Feeds”, there’s no shortage of standout tracks. Plus, ROSÉ delivers a passionate pop ballad with “Messy” for the F1 The Movie soundtrack.
Dive into the latest releases that are already making waves!
Tyla — “Bliss”
Tyla kicks off a new chapter with “Bliss”, a sultry, sun-soaked single that cements her place in the 2025 summer spotlight. First previewed during her debut Coachella set and now officially out, the track blends her signature mix of R&B, amapiano, and glossy pop into something fresh yet unmistakably her. It captures the ease of the season while channeling the quiet confidence of an artist coming into her own.
After the global success of “Water” and her history-making debut album, Tyla is not showing any signs of slowing down and “Bliss” signals another leap forward. She’ll bring “Bliss” to life next at NYC’s Governors Ball, adding another major stage to her growing list. And in true fashion-icon style, she made waves at the Met Gala this week, as a 2025 host committee member.
As if that wasn’t enough, Tyla has teamed up with Erewhon in a unique crossover for a “Bliss” smoothie, with proceeds supporting 18twenty8—an initiative empowering young women in South Africa. Stylish, self-aware, and steadily rising, Tyla’s new era feels personal and powerful.
Miley Cyrus — “More To Lose”
Miley Cyrus strips it all back on “More to Lose”, the emotionally charged second single from her upcoming album Something Beautiful. Drenched in honesty and cinematic simplicity, the track leans into vulnerability rather than polish. Miley delivers it mostly in a single take, letting the rawness of her voice carry the weight of the story.
Backed by subtle production from Jonathan Rado, Michael Pollack, Shawn Everett, and BJ Burton, the heart-wrenching ballad aches with quiet intensity. “I never wanted it to feel perfect, I wanted it to sound meaningful,” she said—and mission accomplished. The release comes paired with a black-and-white video, where Miley moves through scenes of grief and glamour, shedding tears in glimmering crystals and a sheer black veil. It’s stripped, stunning, and unmistakably Miley.
Rosé — “Messy (From F1 The Movie)”
ROSÉ drops her latest single “Messy”, a sultry and passionate pop ballad, as part of the official soundtrack for F1 The Movie. Produced by Lostboy and Burns, the track delves into the chaos and intensity of an uninhibited, messy relationship, capturing that raw, unapologetic energy with every note. The central theme of the song, “let’s get messy,” invites listeners into a whirlwind of emotions and desire, perfectly matching the film’s high-speed, adrenaline-pumping world.
The music video, shot in glamorous Las Vegas, offers a mesmerizing visual experience, with ROSÉ moving through iconic locations like a bar, a theater, and breathtaking cityscapes. The video also incorporates exclusive, never-before-seen footage from the F1 movie, starring Brad Pitt and Kerry Condon, seamlessly blending the song’s themes with the film’s storyline. The shoot even led to a temporary shutdown of the Las Vegas Strip.
“Messy” follows Don Toliver’s “Lose My Mind” as the second single from F1 The Album, which is set for release on June 27, 2025, in tandem with the movie’s debut. With ROSÉ’s latest drop, it’s clear that the intersection of music and film is as thrilling as ever.
Halsey & Amy Lee — “Hand That Feeds”
Halsey and Evanescence’s Amy Lee bring a powerful, haunting energy to their new collaboration “Hand That Feeds”, unveiled just days before its release. The track, made for the upcoming film Ballerina, is as cinematic as it is chilling, with the two artists’ harmonies layering over eerie piano and atmospheric drones. The song’s intensity mirrors the movie’s dark, assassin-driven plot, with the duo singing “Too late ’cause you know you can’t turn around and bite the hand that feeds” — a lyric that hits hard.
The track’s arrival comes alongside a highly anticipated film starring Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves, hitting theaters June 6. For Halsey, this collaboration is a dream come true; she’s been a lifelong fan of Amy Lee and even cosplayed as her during the The Great Impersonator album rollout. The collaboration feels destined, as Halsey herself admitted, “Yes, I am freaking out about it.” The new track is Halsey’s first release since “Safeword” in February, and Amy Lee’s first since Evanescence’s Afterlife in March. “Hand That Feeds” is the perfect mix of haunting and cinematic—get ready for this powerhouse team-up to echo through your speakers.
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