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Welcome to this week’s New Music Friday, where the freshest drops and hottest collaborations land first.

From Tyla serving luxury vibes in “Chanel” to Megan Thee Stallion turning up the heat with “Lover Girl”, and J-Hope linking up with LE SSERAFIM for the fiery “Spaghetti”, it’s a week full of energy, style, and chart-ready tracks. Selena Gomez also makes a bold statement with “In The Dark”, giving pop fans a moment to savor.

Whether you’re streaming, dancing, or just vibing, these releases set the tone for your weekend playlist.

Megan Thee Stallion — “Lover Girl”

Megan Thee Stallion has officially entered her “Lover Girl” era. The Houston Hottie returned on October 24 with her second single of 2025, a sultry, confident track that samples Total’s 1996 R&B classic “Kissin’ You.” Over smooth production and flirtatious bars, Meg blends her signature sass with a softer, more sensual side, rapping about being spoiled and head over heels for her NBA beau, Klay Thompson.

The song’s release ties perfectly into her real-life love story — she’s been courtside cheering for Thompson and showing off their matching energy online. The Cupid-coded cover art, featuring Megan in a pink wig and corset with a bow and arrow, signals this new chapter in full swing. “Lover Girl” follows April’s single “Whenever” and teases what could be the first taste of her next studio era. Romantic, confident, and still unapologetically Meg, “Lover Girl” proves that even when she’s in love, she’s still running the game.

Tyla — “Chanel”

South Africa’s Grammy-winning pop star Tyla is back to spoil the girls with her new single “Chanel”, released via FAX and Epic Records. The track glides effortlessly between amapiano, R&B, and glossy pop, all while serving a message of self-worth wrapped in luxury. With the cheeky hook — “How you say you love me, if you ain’t put me in Chanel?” — Tyla turns confidence into a lifestyle statement.

The accompanying music video cements her as both a sonic and fashion powerhouse, featuring Tyla in vintage Chanel pieces, including archival gems from the 1991 Fall/Winter collection. To celebrate her new release, she hosted a “Put Her in Chanel” brunch in Los Angeles, gifting guests engraved Chanel compacts and declaring, “I’m here to spoil the girls.” The song has already sparked a viral moment online, with fans echoing her mantra across TikTok and X: If you love her, put her in Chanel. It’s bold, glamorous, and unmistakably Tyla — setting the stage for a new era where opulence meets empowerment.

LE SSERAFIM & J-Hope — “Spaghetti”

K-pop fans are sizzling over the new collaboration between LE SSERAFIM and BTS’ J-Hope. Released today, “Spaghetti” fuses J-Hope’s signature rap energy with LE SSERAFIM’s fierce choreography and stage presence, creating a vibrant, high-octane track. The music video lives up to its playful name, serving up bold visuals, colorful sets, and dynamic moves that highlight each performer’s charisma.

J-Hope’s verse, especially the line “I’m the main character in your kind of drama,” quickly became a viral moment online, fueling fan edits and memes across social media. With “Spaghetti”, both acts bring their best, delivering a confident, fiery performance that’s as catchy as it is visually striking.

Selena Gomez — “In The Dark”

Selena Gomez makes a dazzling return with “In The Dark,” a sleek, 1980s-infused dance-pop track that shimmers with emotional depth, crafted for the Nobody Wants This Season 2 soundtrack. Produced by Andrew Watt, Cirkut, and Louis Bell, the track pulses with neon-lit synths and slow-burning bass as Gomez’s warm, measured vocals glide over the beat, offering comfort to a lover lost in their own shadows.

It’s her first release since I Said I Love You First with Benny Blanco, and a sleek reminder of her knack for marrying intimacy with pop precision. Accompanied by a minimalist, smoke-hued video, “In The Dark” is proof that sometimes the quietest glow makes the strongest statement.

Which track is dominating your headphones this week — share your thoughts with us on X and Instagram. Catch all our deep dives and previous New Music Friday coverage at Lyrical Muse.