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24 JULY 2026 (TORONTO, ON) — Today, 4x GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Fridayy announced his third studio album, Tension, arriving August 14, 2026 via Def Jam Recordings. He first introduces the world of Tension with single, “Haiku,” out now on all streaming platforms. The new record offers a glimpse into the album marking his most sonically adventurous body of work to date.
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“Tension shows a different side to me. I followed what felt good and let the music take me somewhere new,” said Fridayy. “There’s still a lot of heart in these records, but there’s also this fun vibe to them. ‘Haiku’ sets the tone for everything that’s coming.”
Weaving together contemporary R&B with warm, Caribbean-inspired rhythms and atmospheric production, Tension embraces a vibrant, rhythm-forward energy while maintaining Fridayy’s signature vulnerability at the forefront. Equal parts introspective and infectious, Tension is set to soundtrack the end of summer, while unveiling a new chapter from one of R&B’s most compelling voices.
The first single from the album, “Haiku,” finds Fridayy caught between longing and regret, wrestling with the lingering memories of a love he can’t leave behind. Pairing breezy, feel-good production with the emotional depth that defines his songwriting, the track balances warmth with vulnerability. Beneath its sun-soaked energy lies a story of love, memory, and second chances, as Fridayy vows to put his ego aside in pursuit of someone worth fighting for.
ABOUT FRIDAYY
With over 5.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, 4x Grammy-nominated artist Fridayy has become one of the most impactful and emotionally resonant voices in contemporary R&B. Most recently, his contributions are recognized with a 2026 Grammy nomination for Best Melodic Rap Performance for his standout single “Proud of Me” with Meek Mill, underscoring his ability to seamlessly bridge R&B, hip-hop, and melodic storytelling. The celebrated track has close to30 million YouTube views and growing, with fans relating to the vulnerability and pain of losing a parent. In addition to his Top 10 R&B album debut with Some Days I’m Good, Some Days I’m Not, Fridayy released a surprise new EP,Everybody Got Somebody, just last month. The six-track project expands his reputation for emotionally rich, genre-blending music and includes a dynamic feature with R&B star Mariah The Scientist. His signature velvety vocals capture both the beauty and complexity of romantic connection, further solidifying his place among today’s most compelling artists.
