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Released | October 18, 2024 | |||
Label | Republic | |||
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Music for People Who Believe in Love is the upcoming second solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Joe Jonas. It is set to be released through Republic Records on October 18, 2024. It serves as the follow-up to Jonas' previous solo album, Fastlife (2011). The album was supported by the lead single, "Work It Out", which was released on July 19, 2024.
On May 29, 2024, Jonas began teasing new solo material through TikTok, releasing the snippet of a new song.[1] The singer revealed he was both "excited and emotional" to be sharing this new material, stating he got to work some of his favorite artists and producers.[2] In an interview with Rolling Stone, Jonas expressed his excitement to be able to share new music, and how he felt the music he was writing wasn't a good fit for either of his bands—the Jonas Brothers and DNCE.[3] He stated that the personal nature of his songwriting was the reason why he decided to release this solo project.[4]
On July 17, 2024, the singer announced the release of his sophomore album, which would be titled Music for People Who Believe in Love, and is set to be released on October 18, 2024.[5] The project is a follow-up to his debut solo album Fastlife (2011).[6] In an interview for Jake Shane's podcast, Therapuss, Jonas stated that he asked for "blessings" from his brothers Kevin and Nick Jonas, the remaining Jonas Brothers members, to release the solo material.[7] Once he got the support from them, it took about two to three weeks for the album to come together.[8]
In an interview for Billboard, the singer explained how his new music differs greatly from the ones on his previous solo album, Fastlife (2011), stating that, although he is proud of those songs, "it feels like a different person".[9] He expressed that creating this new music is both scary and freeing, and that his life experiences, being a father, and going through a divorce helped him shape the album.[10] Billboard's Jason Lipshutz, wrote that the record is "full of unvarnished thoughts and sonic experiments", with a shimmery pop sound that draws influence from genres like garage rock, alt-pop and 90s country, with lyrics about journaling through the uncertainties of life and finding gratitude amongst loss.[9]
This album speaks to the experiences of being a father, being a friend to oneself and others, and the happiness I’ve found in doing what I love for a living. I feel incredibly fortunate to travel the world and connect with people through my music, as well as having had the opportunity to work with some of the most talented musicians, songwriters, and producers on this project.
– Joe Jonas on developing Music for People Who Believe in Love, via interview with Billboard[11]
Following the release of the teases, the lyrics "even baddies get saddies", taken from the song "Work It Out", sparkled discussion amongst the media on the possible references to Joe and Sophie Turner's divorce.[12] While writing the song, which initially was meant for Jonas' band—the Jonas Brothers, Joe Jonas felt a personal connection to it, expressing his desire to release it outside of his group projects.[13] "Work It Out" was described as a “celebration of gratitude, hope, and love” since it touches on Jonas' experience as a father and finding happiness.[14] The singer also stated that this album features “the most personal music" he has ever released.[15]
Even though Music for People Who Believe in Love is a solo project for Jonas, he chose to collaborate with multiple artists whom he admired. He stated that he wanted to bring other narratives and distinct voices to the record.[8] Among those collaborators are Alexander 23, Muna's Josette Maskin, Jason Evigan, Tommy English and Paris Carney.[16] During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Jonas explained that much of the album is "speaking in third person" or talking with a "fictional version" of himself or someone in his life, and that being able to have those other voices made it really special.[17]
On July 17, 2024, Jonas confirmed the release of Music for People Who Believe in Love and revealed its cover artwork.[18] It is scheduled to be released on October 18, 2024, via Republic Records.[19] The lead single from the album, "Work It Out", was released on July 19, 2024.[20] It was accompanied by the release of its lyric video.[21] People called the song an "energetic personal anthem" due to its production and lyrical content.[22]
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