After all that 2024 had to offer musically, it will be tough for 2025 to reach those same heights. But even then, 2025 still looks to be an exciting year in music. With highly anticipated albums from some of the industry’s biggest names and long-awaited comebacks from artists, many projects are set to top the charts and spark conversations. Whether it’s hip-hop, R&B, pop, or alternative, each of these upcoming releases looks to be a promising listen. Here’s a closer look at some of the most anticipated albums of 2025.
Written by Earvin Adjei
A$AP Rocky – “Don’t Be Dumb”
Date: TBA
It has been seven years, yes SEVEN YEARS since Rocky last released a studio album. The Harlem MC’s last album “Testing” was met with mixed reviews but despite that, fans have been waiting on pins and needles for a new album. Known for his blend of psychedelic, braggadocious fashion bars, and Southern influences, Rocky has teased that this album will be his most experimental yet. Collaborations with Tyler, The Creator, Metro Boomin, and Rihanna have only fueled the anticipation. If Testing pushed boundaries, Don’t Be Dumb is expected to shatter them completely.
Burna Boy – “No Sign of Weakness”
Date: TBA
The self proclaimed African giant is set to continue his global dominance with No Sign of Weakness. Following the success of I Told Them…, this album promises to solidify Burna Boy’s status as an international icon. With his signature mix of Afrobeat, dancehall, and hip-hop influences, he’s expected to deliver an album filled with bops that are sure to enter the summer playlists of many music listeners. Based on the album’s title, fans can also expect themes of resilience and cultural pride to be front and center and for Burna to be as vulnerable as ever on this album.
Clipse – “Let God Sort Em Out”
Date: TBA
The last time a Clipse album was released Obama had just begun his first term as president, the U.S. was recovering from a financial crisis, and Michael Jackson had just passed. Since then Pusha T participated in a highly publicized beef with Drake and No Malice (formerly known as Malice) had a religious conversion. With production by Pharrell, Let God Sort Em Out is expected to deliver razor-sharp lyricism, hard-hitting beats, and reflections on the duo’s personal and artistic journeys. It’s an album that will serve as an exciting comeback for the Virginia duo in a changing hip-hop landscape.
Lady Gaga – “Mayhem”
Date: TBA
Lady Gaga is known for reinventing herself with every era, and Mayhem is set to bring yet another reinvention of herself. After the disco-fueled Chromatica, Gaga’s latest effort is rumored to be a return to high-energy, theatrical pop with an edge. Teasers suggest a fusion of electronic beats and rock influences. With fans eager to hear and witness a new Gaga era, Mayhem is poised to be a spectacle.
Lana Del Rey – “The Right Person Will Stay”
Date: May 21, 2025
Lana Del Rey has mastered the art of tragedy, and her forthcoming album, The Right Person Will Stay, is expected to be a continuation of that. Building on the alternative sounds of her recent releases, this album will likely explore themes of love and loss. With Lana teasing her new sound, fans can anticipate another emotionally rich listening experience from the pop veteran.
Lil Baby – “Dominique”
Date: May, 2025
Following the release of WHAM (Who Hard As Me) Lil Baby looks to keep his foot on the gas and continue to prove himself as one of the most important voices in modern rap. Dominique, named after his real first name, suggests a deeply personal project. Fans can expect this album to dive into his journey from hustler on the streets of Atlanta to global superstar. With expected production from heavyweights like ATL Jacob and Wheezy, and features from fellow rap artists, Dominique is set to reinforce Lil Baby’s reign in hip-hop.
Playboi Carti – “I AM MUSIC”
Date: TBA
2024 music? Well at least that’s what we thought. The rollout for carti’s third album has been chaotic to say the least. I AM MUSIC is shrouded in mystery. This mystery is only adding to the hype. After a string of singles in 2024 that gave fans a taste of what to expect, fans are yearning for the album more than ever. A continuation of the rage sound he introduced on Whole Lotta Red is expected, but what has fans really excited is carti’s new deep voice experimentation. With a devoted cult following and a reputation for boundary-pushing production, I AM MUSIC could redefine the sound of 2025’s rap landscape.
Summer Walker – “Finally Over It”
Date: TBA
R&B fans have been eagerly awaiting the conclusion to Summer Walker’s Over It saga, and Finally Over It promises to be an emotionally charged listen. Known for her raw vulnerability and beautiful vocals, Summer is expected to deliver an album that reflects her personal growth, heartbreaks, and triumphs. With contributions from top-tier R&B producers, this album will likely be a standout moment in the genre.
The Earvin Edit 