Dua Lipa, the three-time Grammy winner, has unveiled her highly anticipated new single, 'Houdini,' signaling the dawn of a new era in her musical journey. The cryptic teasers that have filled her social media pages in recent weeks have finally materialized into a musical revelation.
On November 1, Lipa revealed the title and release date of the song in the caption of a post showcasing the captivating cover art. The announcement followed a series of blink-and-you'll-miss-it teasers, paying homage to the elusive aura of Harry Houdini, the legendary Hungarian-American escape artist and illusionist from whom the song draws its title.
'Houdini' takes listeners on a journey away from the nu-disco love affair initiated with Lipa's 2020 album, 'Future Nostalgia.' With twinkling synths and pounding drums, the single explores themes of longing and connection, as Lipa sings, 'Do you think about it night and day? Maybe you could be the one to make me stay.'
The new single boasts production and writing contributions from a stellar lineup, including Kevin Parker, Tobias Jesso Jr., and Dua Lipa herself. The collaboration of these notable names adds depth and richness to the musical tapestry of 'Houdini.'
'Houdini' marks Dua Lipa's first solo non-soundtrack single in two years. Since the monumental success of 'Future Nostalgia,' which spawned Billboard Hot 100 hits like 'Don't Start Now' and 'Levitating,' Lipa has been relatively quiet on the solo front. This single showcases her return to the spotlight, promising a unique sonic experience.
In the interim, Lipa graced the music scene with 'Dance the Night,' a smash hit from the Barbie soundtrack. Climbing to No. 6 on the Hot 100 and topping Adult Pop Airplay and Pop Airplay charts, the Mark Ronson-produced banger has positioned itself as a strong contender for song of the year and record of the year nominations at the 2024 Grammys.