Lizzo Unveils Latest Single “Still Bad” Ahead of New Album
On Thursday, Lizzo delighted fans with the release of her new single, “Still Bad,” marking the second track from her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Love In Real Life.
A Return to Form with a Funky Anthem
“Still Bad” showcases the signature sound that initially won over audiences, delivering an infectious, upbeat vibe as Lizzo powerfully overcomes heartbreak. The lyrics emphasize empowerment as she proclaims, “need him, I need a drink”while celebrating resilience and transformation in pain with the phrase “turn pain into some champagne.”Collaboratively crafted alongside Blake Slatkin, who previously worked on the hit “About Damn Time,” and her long-time partner Ricky Reed—who is responsible for many of her iconic tracks like “Juice,” “Good as Hell,” and “Truth Hurts” —this song epitomizes Lizzo’s authentic artistry.
Context and Recent Developments
“Still Bad” follows the release of “Love In Real Life,” the album’s title track and lead single, which is yet to have a confirmed launch date. This forthcoming album marks Lizzo’s return after her previous project, Special, garnered a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year.
Navigating Challenges and Emotional Resilience
The release of this single comes at a pivotal time in Lizzo’s career, following challenges in the past year, including legal battles stemming from allegations of sexual harassment by former employees, claims she has publicly denied. Addressing the situation during a podcast interview with Keke Palmer last December, she expressed feelings of being “blindsided”by the accusations.
Performing through Adversity
In a recent show at the Wiltern in Los Angeles, Lizzo returned to the stage for the first time since the lawsuits emerged, where she openly shared her struggles from recent years. Expressing vulnerability, she informed the audience, “I was so heartbroken by the world and so deeply hurt that I didn’t want to live anymore.”
Lizzo opens up about dealing with depression at ‘Lizzo In Real Life’ concert in LA: “I was in such a dark, deep depression. I was so heart broken by the world and so deeply hurt that I didn’t want to live anymore.” pic.twitter.com/u0erUXrYcS
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) March 13, 2025
Upcoming Performances
Lizzo is set to continue her emotional comeback with forthcoming intimate performances, including a concert at Irving Plaza in New York on March 16 and another at First Avenue in Minneapolis on March 18. These shows not only demonstrate her resilience but also reconnect her with fans during this transformative period in her career.
For more insights and updates on Lizzo’s music journey, visit the Hollywood Reporter.