Sorry, she’s not sorry. Fans ofDemi Lovato, especially those who are fond of her pop sound, can officially put an end to their grieving as the “Cool For The Summer” hitmaker is now gearing up for her return topop music. According toRolling Stone, theDisney Channelalum is now in the final stages of her dance-heavy ninth studio album, which is expected to arrive later this year. This comes more than three years after Lovato embraced apunk-rockdirection, even going so far as to hold a “funeral” for her pop music.
Back in 2022, the singer jokingly took to Instagram to announce the death of her pop era. She shared an image while clad in black, alongside Island Records' music executives and her then-managerScooter Braun, captioning it, “A funeral for my pop music.” Lovato did hold on to that promise with the release of her pop-punk record,Holy Fvck, in the same year. After all, it was a sound familiar to her, and she considered her eighth studio album a return to that style, which was apparent in her first two studio albums. However, Lovato seems to have had a change of heart and is considering resurrecting the genre she left behind in recent years.
Demi Lovato Is Revisiting the Electronic Sound From Her Previous Work
Despite pivoting to punk-rock for her 2022 album, Lovato has reportedly been working with executive producerZhoneon her forthcoming “celebratory dance-pop album.” A week ago, the singer shared a snippet of theEDM-inspired single"Fast" onInstagram, which is reminiscent of the sound of 2015’sConfidentand 2017’sTell Me You Love Me. Zhone also told Rolling Stone that the “Sorry Not Sorry” singer is a “master in the studio,” adding, “It’s been so inspiring working with Demi and experiencing her journey of continued leveling up. This album is about letting inhibitions go, and we had so much fun making this music!” An unnamed source also told the publication:
“Over the past few years, Demi has found love, joy, and newfound confidence, making the choice to approach life with much more lightness and fun. She took this sentiment into the studio, which can be felt in every track on this celebratory dance-pop album.”
Before Embracing a Pop-Heavy Sound, Demi Lovato Leaned Toward Pop-Rock First
Lovato has always had the voice for pop-rock and grunge sounds, which she showcased even more prominently in her latest tracks like “29,” “Skin of My Teeth,” and “Substance.” She further amplified her pivot to rock by releasing rock versions of her pop hits on her 2023 album,Revamped. The singer, who first ventured onto television as a child star inBarney & Friendsalongside fellow Disney alumSelena Gomez, rose to prominence with her starring role in 2008’sCamp Rockand the 2010 sequel,Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, opposite theJonas Brothers.
The movie brought her both her first single and her first hit, “This Is Me,” which marked a significant turning point in her career. The single even entered the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release. That ultimately led to the release of her debut studio album in 2008, which featured the fan-favorite title track “Don’t Forget.” She followed it up the next year with another pop-rock record,Here We Go Again.
Demi Lovato Never Stopped Being a Pop Icon
In a post onTikTok, Lovato poked fun at her departure from pop music, only to return years later after holding a funeral for it. She captioned it: “Some might call it a resurrection.” While the rock genre allowed the singer to showcase her vocal talent, pop music proved she could dabble in various musical styles — and pull it off seamlessly, thanks to her unmistakable singing abilities. After leaving rock behind with the release of several pop albums (Unbroken,Demi,Confident,Tell Me You Love Me, andDancing with the Devil… the Art of Starting Over), the shift also brought her multiple hits and chart-topping singles.
Some of Lovato’s beloved pop songs include “Give Your Heart a Break,” “Skyscraper,” “Heart Attack,” “Neon Lights,” “Really Don’t Care,” “Stone Cold,” “Melon Cake,” and “Met Him Last Night.” Perhaps it’s only a matter of time before Lovato returns to rock again. But one thing’s for sure: fans are in for a pop treat when the singer drops a pop-heavy record, the release date of which is expected to be announced sooner or later.
