"Delusional" is a song by American singer and songwriter Kesha. It was released on November 29, 2024, by her own self-titled record label as the second single from her upcoming sixth studio album. The single was written and produced by Kesha, Zhone, and co-written with Madison Love.
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| Released | November 29, 2024 | |||
| Genre | Pop | |||
| Length | 3:15 | |||
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Background and release
editKesha had teased a snippet of the song on her social media on September 20, 2024.[1] On November 20, Kesha released the official music video for her single, "Joyride". As the video ends, a pre-save link pops up on screen for the next single for her upcoming sixth studio album.[2]
Composition
edit"Delusional" is an "emotionally charged" pop[3] power ballad, showcasing Kesha's vulnerability and runs three minutes and fifteen seconds.[4][5] Lyrically, the song sees the singer confronting an ex who seems unable to face up to reality.[6]
Controversy
editThe alleged use of AI for the single's artwork was criticized. The cover includes a pile of leather bags with the song's title spray painted on each bag, albeit with some misspellings on a few.[7] Kesha has not addressed the backlash as of November 29, 2024.[8]
Track listing
editDigital download and streaming[9]
- "Delusional" – 3:15
- "Delusional" (main version) – 3:34
- "Joyride" – 2:30
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 27 |
References
edit- ^ "DELUSIONAL NOVEMBER 29TH". Instagram. September 20, 2024. Retrieved November 29, 2024.
- ^ Taylor, Sam (November 29, 2024). "Kesha has shared her new single 'Delusional', and unveiled some 2025 live shows". Readdork.
- ^ Stickler, Jon (November 29, 2024). "Kesha Shares New Single Delusional". Stereoboard.
- ^ Bell, Kaelen (November 29, 2024). "Kesha Shares New Song "DELUSIONAL"". Exclaim.
- ^ "Kesha Drops New Single "Delusional" Amid AI Artwork Controversy". Hit Channel. November 29, 2024.
- ^ Dunworth, Liberty (November 29, 2024). "Listen to Kesha's defiant new single 'Delusional'". NME.
- ^ Dunworth, Liberty (November 22, 2024). "Kesha faces backlash over apparent Al-generated artwork for new single 'Delusional'". NME. Retrieved November 29, 2024.
- ^ Chelosky, Danielle (November 29, 2024). "Kesha - "Delusional"". Stereogum.
- ^ "DELUSIONAL by Kesha on Spotify". Spotify. Retrieved November 29, 2024.
- ^ "Hot 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. December 6, 2024. Retrieved December 6, 2024.