Watch out, world! Lauren Jauregui just dropped a brand-new banger that’s bound to get stuck in your head — and absolutely deserves a spot on your favorite playlist.
Following her shocking (and let’s be real, pissed-worthy) elimination from Dancing With The Stars just a couple of weeks ago, Lauren promised new music was on the way — including her debut album, which she’s releasing independently after two previous EPs.
But wait, there’s more! She revealed it’s going to be an alternative album. Am I sold on that? Yes. Yes, I am. Then again, I would’ve been sold on anything she decided to drop.
Her first single from the album, “Ego,” is officially out — so, how does it hold up? Let’s dive in.
In this gorgeous track, Lauren tells the story of a guarded lover she can’t quite connect with — someone too closed off to truly open up. Her smooth, harmonizing (pun intended) vocals blend beautifully with gentle guitar instrumentals, creating a sound that feels effortless yet deeply emotional. Lauren’s always had the kind of voice that can pull off any genre, but “Ego” proves that alternative might just be her strongest lane yet.
The opening of the song — both the soft instrumental and the way Lauren delivers the first few lines — almost evokes “Matilda” by Harry Styles. It’s like “Ego” is the “I want to connect with you, but you won’t let me in” version of “Matilda.”
Long gone are the days of Lauren singing about being “worth it” or “working from home.” This is a new era — a more vulnerable, introspective side of her that the world needed to hear. And honestly? We should all be paying attention.
You can stream “Ego” now on all platforms and follow @laurenjauregui for more updates on her highly anticipated debut album.