Overview
- Mars wrote on X on Jan. 5, “My album is done,” offering his first official confirmation of the project.
- The record will be his first solo full-length since 2016’s 24K Magic; his last major release was the 2021 Silk Sonic collaboration with Anderson .Paak.
- No title, release date or tracklist has been announced by Mars or his team.
- Trade reports, including HITS Daily Double as cited by multiple outlets, suggest a lead single could arrive as soon as Friday, Jan. 9, though nothing has been confirmed.
- The announcement follows high-profile collaborations, including a Grammy-winning duet with Lady Gaga in 2025 and “APT.” with BLACKPINK’s Rosé, which has three nominations at the 2026 Grammys.