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| Single by Kesha | ||||
| Released | November 29, 2024 (2024-11-29) | |||
| Genre | Pop | |||
| Length | 3:15 | |||
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"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.
Background and release
Kesha had teased a snippet of the song on her social media on September 20, 2024. 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.
Composition
"Delusional" is an "emotionally charged" pop power ballad, showcasing Kesha's vulnerability and runs three minutes and fifteen seconds. Lyrically, the song sees the singer confronting an ex who seems unable to face up to reality.
Controversy
The alleged use of generative artificial intelligence 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. Kesha has not addressed the backlash as of December 12, 2024.
Track listing
Digital download and streaming
- "Delusional" – 3:15
- "Delusional" (main version) – 3:34
- "Joyride" – 2:30
Charts
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ) | 27 |
References
- "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.
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