Pop music’s boundary-pushing icon Kesha is setting the tone for the holiday season with the release of her highly anticipated new single, “Delusional,” available now via her independent label, Kesha Records. Teaming up with the powerhouse team of Zhone (producer of Troye Sivan’s GRAMMY®-nominated Rush) and songwriter Madison Love (known for hits by Lady Gaga and Ava Max), Kesha co-wrote the track, which follows her invigorating summer hit, “Joyride.”
“Delusional” was teased in the final moments of the “Joyride” music video, which debuted to widespread acclaim for its cinematic intensity. Directed by Dimitri Basil, Cooper Roussel, and Laura Gorun, the high-octane video blends Quentin Tarantino-inspired visuals with Kesha’s signature blend of empowerment and edge. Critics praised the visual as a thrilling short film with outlets such as Billboard calling it “a cheeky homage to Kill Bill” and Vulture declaring it a “roaring rampage of revenge.”
“Joyride” continues to make waves, boasting over 100 million streams worldwide and solidifying its place on Billboard’s “Hot Dance/Electronic Songs” chart. With its infectious energy and callback to Kesha’s early-career anthems like “TiK ToK” and “We R Who We R,” the track showcases her bold sonic evolution. Rolling Stone hailed it as “a return to the dancey, campy pop music” fans fell in love with, while Variety deemed it “a perfectly timed electro-banger.”
Building on this momentum, “Delusional” marks a new chapter for Kesha’s independent artistry, blending introspective lyricism with electrifying production.
Kesha’s unstoppable year concludes with performances at two sold-out iHeartRadio Jingle Ball shows: December 15 at Boston’s TD Garden and December 17 at Washington, DC’s Capital One Arena. These appearances will serve as a prelude to an even more ambitious 2025, including headline shows under her “House of Kesha” tour and appearances at global festivals like Australian Open’s AO Live in January and London’s Mighty Hoopla in June.
This year has been a whirlwind for Kesha, from teaching “The Alchemy of Pop” as an Artist in Residence at the Esalen Institute to delivering a TED Talk at TED2024 in Vancouver. Her live performances have captivated audiences at major events like Coachella, Lollapalooza, and West Hollywood’s OUTLOUD Music Festival.
Kesha’s independent ventures have only strengthened her position as an influential voice in music and beyond. Her remix collaboration with Charli XCX on “Spring Breakers” and a synth-heavy cover of Lindsey Buckingham’s “Holiday Road” further showcased her versatility.
Fans have much to anticipate in 2025, including Kesha’s eagerly awaited sixth studio album and a sold-out tour schedule that spans continents. From her powerful advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights and animal welfare to her bold artistic pursuits, Kesha continues to prove she is not only a pop icon but a force of nature.
As her new single “Delusional” takes flight, Kesha is inviting fans to join her for a ride filled with freedom, creativity, and unapologetic authenticity.
For more on Kesha’s music and upcoming tour dates, visit keshaofficial.com.
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