By: Staff
Global pop sensation Kesha has unveiled the highly anticipated official music video for her worldwide smash, “Joyride.”
Directed by the visionary team of Dimitri Basil, Cooper Roussel, and Laura Gorun, the video brings high-octane thrills as Kesha blazes through a desert in a chaotic, adrenaline-fueled car chase. Premiering today on YouTube, “Joyride” is now available via Kesha Records, marking another milestone in her groundbreaking career.
The release of “Joyride” caps off a phenomenal 2024 for Kesha and sets the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable 2025. Fans won’t have to wait long for more music—the eagerly awaited new single, “Delusional,” drops on Black Friday, November 29.
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With over 100 million global streams and counting, “Joyride” has become an undeniable anthem since its debut on July 4. The single has raced up the charts, landing at #6 on Billboard’s “Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles” and dominating dance and pop airplay rankings worldwide, from the U.K. to New Zealand. While the official lyric video has already amassed over 7 million YouTube views, fans have been eagerly awaiting this cinematic visual, which does not disappoint.
Produced by Zhone (known for Troye Sivan’s GRAMMY®-nominated “Rush”) and co-written by Kesha, Zhone, and Madison Love, “Joyride” is an unapologetically bold step into a fresh sonic chapter. Critics have celebrated the track’s pulsating beats and fearless attitude. Rolling Stone hailed it as “a jubilant return to her dance-pop roots,” while Variety called it “the summer’s defining electro banger.” Vulture described the song as “a technicolor thrill ride of heavy synths, quirky beats, and unapologetic swagger.”
Kesha’s Meteoric Year and What’s Next
Kesha’s stellar 2024 saw her gracing the cover of GLAMOUR Germany and earning the title of “Music Icon” at the outlet’s Women of the Year Awards. She dominated stages worldwide with unforgettable performances at marquee festivals, including Lollapalooza, OUTLOUD at WeHo Pride, and Mexico City’s Festival HERA HSBC.
Looking ahead to 2025, Kesha will embark on her sold-out “House of Kesha” headline tour, with major stops at top festivals like London’s Mighty Hoopla and Melbourne’s AO Live during the Australian Open. Additional dates and surprises are set to be revealed soon. Fans can visit keshaofficial.com/tour for the latest updates.
A Year Full of Highlights
Beyond “Joyride,” Kesha delighted fans with surprise collaborations and unexpected moments. Her cover of Lindsey Buckingham’s “Holiday Road” brought an irresistible new wave vibe to the holiday season, while her remix cameo on Charli XCX’s “Spring Breakers” showcased her versatile artistry. Kesha also captivated audiences with her wisdom and charisma, teaching “The Alchemy of Pop” as an Artist in Residence at the Esalen Institute and delivering a compelling TED Talk at TED2024.
Fans at Brooklyn’s sold-out Planet Pride were treated to an unforgettable performance, while a surprise appearance at Coachella alongside Reneé Rapp saw Kesha bringing her iconic hit “TiK ToK” back to life with a fiery twist.
Kesha’s Unstoppable Evolution
As a multi-Platinum artist with close to 40 million monthly Spotify listeners, Kesha continues to redefine what it means to be a pop powerhouse. With “Joyride” and the upcoming release of “Delusional,” she’s proving yet again that her artistry is as fearless as it is unforgettable.
Watch the “Joyride” music video now and join Kesha on the wild ride ahead.
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