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Chappell Roan Unveils Studio Version and Video for “The Subway”

Roan delivers a love letter to New York City through images of hope, heartbreak, healing in her latest single and video

Chappell Roan, centre, performs "Pink Pony Club" during the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Chris Pizzello
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Overview

  • The official studio version of “The Subway” dropped on August 1, 2025, after over a year of live debuts and cryptic teasers
  • A music video filmed across New York City premiered at 10 AM ET, featuring Roan’s Statue of Liberty costume and urban vignettes
  • Roan said the ballad encompasses everything she loves about the city, from its resilience to its moments of sorrow
  • Earlier live recordings of “The Subway” have racked up over one million YouTube plays, fueling fan anticipation
  • She will support the release during her summer and fall tour, including four consecutive September dates at Forest Hills Stadium