Sunday Spin: New Releases from Olivia Rodrigo, Khalid and Ahn Hyo-seop, LISA, PSYCHIC FEVER, and TAEMIN

May is almost over, but Team EnVi keeps the good vibes going through the end of spring with all the latest hits from your favorite artists. From feel-good collaborations and romantic ballads to indie rock and R&B, this Sunday Spin is guaranteed to land a spot in your spring playlists.

Olivia Rodrigo – “the cure”

Pop princess Olivia Rodrigo is back with her second single from her upcoming album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love. On “the cure,” Rodrigo slips into a vulnerable, guitar-driven, indie-rock ballad. Over delicate production, she spirals through the realization that a relationship can’t magically fix her insecurities, loneliness, or mental health. As she sings, “And my head is full of poison, and my heart is full of doubt / I got toxins in my bloodstream, you tried hard to suck ’em out,” shereveals the emotional weight she’s carrying, even as her partner tries to help her through it. By the bridge, she completely unravels when she belts, “Why can’t you come stitch me up / Why can’t it ever be enough.” She comes to the gutting understanding that while love feels like medicine, it will “never be the cure.”

The music video plays out like a surreal dollhouse dream world. Rodrigo, dressed in a Filipiniana-inspired nurse uniform, tries to save her patients’ hearts with potions, only to ultimately fail. By the end, Rodrigo succumbs to her own emotional wounds and becomes a patient herself. The final shot zooms out of the dollhouse to reveal the “real” Rodrigo in a room with moving boxes and bare walls before she steps on and destroys the dollhouse.

On Instagram, Rodrigo called “the cure” the “thesis statement” of the album, adding that it “made the whole album click.” Between this and “drop dead,” the 23-year-old’s third studio album is already shaping up to be an emotional rollercoaster (and we’re seated for the ride!).

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Ahn Hyo-seop, Khalid – “Something Special”

Smooth vocals and harmonies collide in this cross-market collaboration from actor and singer Ahn Hyo-seop and singer-songwriter Khalid. “Something Special” is an R&B ballad that combines Khalid’s signature poignant vocals and Ahn Hyo-seop’s clear tones for a contemplative track on that ‘special someone.’ Devotion weaves between each line, notably in the chorus. “People wait around for all of their lives,” Khalid and Ahn Hyo-seop profess in the chorus, “Just to get a glimpse of something like / something like this.” The track was produced by Woo “RAINSTONE” Rhee, who notably worked on the hit “Nobody” by K-pop icons Wonder Girls, and co-produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Troy “R8DIO” Johnson, who has written and produced for acclaimed artists like Solange and Michelle Williams.

Khalid and Ahn Hyo-seop both have extensive experience in their respective music industries. Khalid’s early single, “Location,” found widespread success in 2016, topping charts and launching him into stardom. Over the last decade, his career has brought him both hit singles and high-profile collabs, making his baritenor voice a well-recognized one. Ahn Hyo-seop debuted as a singer just a year before Khalid as a member of the K-pop group One O One. He then gained recognition for his acting in Korean dramas such as Business Proposal before his breakout role voicing Jinu from the Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters.

Both singers brought their best to “Something Special,” combining their global stardom in a milestone collaboration. The track is both Ahn’s official debut as a solo artist and Khalid’s first collaboration with a Korean singer. The music equity platform Musicow released the track on all streaming platforms via FANDOM, a fan-owned album project. The official music video is set to release in June, giving fans of the track a chance to see both stars on screen together.

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PSYCHIC FEVER – “I Got Ways”

It’s been nearly four years since their debut, but PSYCHIC FEVER is prepared to share their evolved charisma with the world. Stepping away from their brighter image, the Japanese boy group is going all in on evoking a cooler and darker aura. With their second album DIFFERENT releasing this July, “I Got Ways” acts as both the first single and the foundation for a brand new era. Plus, what better way pull in viewers than by having members KOKORO, WEESA, TSURUGI, RYOGA, REN, JIMMY, and RYUSHIN suit up for a late night out?

Expanding on their signature mix of R&B, hip-hop, and Japanese pop sounds, the track immediately creates a dynamic flow by starting with a light violin against sharper beats. In the official music video, each member takes turns enticing viewers into their world against the backdrop of a dark street. Playful teases are sprinkled through lines like, “And whose skin feels better on your lips?” and “Baby, you know I got ways / To make you stay.” The last chorus leads up to a dramatic scene in the rain that combines synced choreography and smooth vocals. Closing out their performance with style, the septet strut away in leather jackets in a moment reminiscent of The Matrix. While PSYCHIC FEVER’s newest chapter is beginning, the rest of their story is a book you’ll definitely want to keep on your radar.

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LISA, Anitta, Rema – “Goals”

With an international collaboration that could only come together for a project like the FIFA World Cup, LISA, Anitta, and Rema unite on a full-blown anthem, “Goals.” The track blends K-pop precision, Latin pop flair, and Afrobeats rhythm into afast-paced celebration of confidence and global unity. From the opening hook, LISA chants, “Yes, I’m goals, goals, goals,”  almost like a kickoff whistle. She moves into a slick verse rooted in self-assurance and freedom. Anitta follows with a verse in Spanish and Portuguese, adding playful, flirtatious swagger as she sings, “Come closer, you wanted a mami / I’ve got what you’re looking for, here’s your Brazilian body.” Rema closes the record with a rapid-fire verse that pushes the rhythm into overdrive as he spits, “Breaking all their record, now they wan shift the goal post / Normally Remy get unlimited flow / One of one, check around the world, me no get clone.”

The music video only amplifies the high-energy feel of the track, with visuals set inside an underground football match where choreography, fashion, and sport collide (with a life-size Labubu mascot mixed into the chaos). “Goals” is the perfect track to celebrate global culture and was made for the world’s biggest stage. It will be featured on the Official FIFA World Cup™ 2026 Album.

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TAEMIN – “PERMISSION”

K-pop icon TAEMIN returns with his second single of the year, “PERMISSION.” He first performed the track live on his 2026 Coachella stage — now, he has released it as a digital single. “PERMISSION” is an electric, uninhibited declaration of self-determination, a reflection of TAEMIN’s career. His commanding voice leads the high-tempo track through every beat, acting as an instrument itself. “Don’t need no permission,” he declares in the chorus, “I’m gonna do what I want when I wanna.” TAEMIN breaks free from any and all attempts to control him, confident in living life on his own terms. Sharp choreography accompanies the track throughout the live performance, a clear display of TAEMIN’s ownership over his mind and body.

Initially debuting in 2008 as the youngest member of the K-pop group SHINee, TAEMIN brings over a decade and a half of experience to the stage. He began his journey as a solo artist in 2014 with his EP ACE – The 1st Mini Album. In the years since, he has become a contemporary K-pop icon with releases like “MOVE” and “Advice” gaining widespread acclaim. He made history at Coachella as the first Korean male solo artist to perform at the festival, packing the Mojave stage with fans both weekends.

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LE SSERAFIM – “BOOMPALA”

Among the many formulas that make K-pop such a fluid and catchy genre, one element that has helped propel its success is sampling. Breaching the borderline between East and West, timelessly iconic pop songs like “I Will Survive,” “Push It,” and “Another One Bites The Dust” have shown up in the discographies of different K-pop groups. This time, it’s a sample of one-hit wonder “Macarena” that hooks listeners as it opens LE SSERAFIM’s latest single, “BOOMPALA.”

“BOOMPALA” coincides with the release of the girl group’s second studio album ‘PUREFLOW’, pt. 1. Departing from the Eurohouse of “CELEBRATION,” this track takes advantage of its sample’s Latin origins, infusing it with a campy hip hop beat. But it still carries the same message of acceptance, self-love, and collective joy — “a festival that everyone could dance to and enjoy together,” as described by leader Yunjin. This outlook is also embodied through the girls’ energetic choreography, which incorporates the immediately recognizable Macarena and elements of the traditional Chinese Thousand-Hand Bodhisattva dance, a symbolism of the goddess Guanyin’s enlightenment and compassion. The track also references Hinduism through visual cues in the music video, yoga-like poses in their performance, and lyrics like “My celestial chakra is stunning / namaste, namaste, I’ma stay up.”

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Saint Levant – “SABAH EL WARD / صباح الورد”

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Saint Levant returns with his first single of the year, “SABAH EL WARD / صباح الورد,” a romantic good morning greeting. The Palestinian Algerian artist utilizes woodwinds, strings, and a chorus of harmonies to build out the track around his clear vocals. “SABAH EL WARD / صباح الورد,” meaning “morning of roses,” depicts just that: Saint Levant bids good morning to his loved one, likening her to roses and jasmine, able to light up any space she’s in. As she goes about her day, she “brightens the morning” for the workers and vendors she passes in the market. The addictive melody invites the listener to feel the adoration in every line. The music video gives the song a cinematic spin, using a split screen to tell the respective stories of Saint Levant and his love as they find their way towards each other.

Saint Levant grew up with music from a very young age, although he first came into the music scene in 2020 with back-to-back releases “Jerusalem Freestyle” and “Nirvana in Gaza.” Around the same time, he began to post publicly about political issues and Palestinian history. His 2022 hit “Very Few Friends,” which featured lyrics in English, Arabic, and French, earned him two million views on YouTube within a month. Earlier that same year, the singer co-founded the 2048 Foundation, a platform that funds Palestinian creatives and brings their ideas to life. At his Coachella 2024 performance, Saint Levant used his platform to bring awareness to Palestinian oppression.

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SHOWNU X HYUNGWON – “Do You Love Me”

MONSTA X subunit SHOWNU and HYUNGWON make a striking return for their second EP, LOVE ME. Taking its place as the official title track, “Do You Love Me” blends a dangerous confrontation with a smooth pop-R&B sound.

In the duo’s official music video, SHOWNU and HYUNGWON lose their minds over something everyone has experienced – awaiting a text from that special someone. As they move in and out of the office, they vocalize their frustrations through the chorus’ hook: “Do you love me? Do you love me a lot? / Do you love me? Do you love me or not?” But what starts out as longing soon turns into a heated rivalry, with the two duking it out in a parking garage. While the chase begins, the push and pull of emotions ramps up through darker bass instrumentals and SHOWNU’s addictive choreography. As the pair escape a large explosion together, it seems as though they find more common ground in their quest for love than they thought. But in a shocking state of events, the frame ends with a surprising notification — implying the answer they’ve been looking for is now in their hands.

Listeners can continue the story with the EP’s additional six tracks, which includes four songs produced by HYUNGWON and two new solos from both members. These two aces know how to bring something new to the table every time. And who knows? This new fan favorite song might just make it into the setlist for MONSTA X’s upcoming tour, “THE X: NEXUS.”

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Isyana Sarasvati, Agt.Widi – “BURN”

Trying to fit Indonesian musician Isyana Sarasvati into a single genre is a futile mission. Her eclecticism and profound knowledge of the vast stretch of music is reflected through her discography that spans over a decade. Her latest album, EKLEKTIKO, demonstrates this best, offering a four-part grab bag of 18 songs that range from glam rock tracks, blippy confections, and stripped back ballads to cinematic, orchestral grandiosity. Among the standouts is “BURN,” track two on the record’s final quarter.

The track begins with a grimy intro, evoking the UK garage sound that PinkPantheress helped canonize into the 2020s pop lexicon. It might lull you into a Jorja Smith-esque sense of calmness at first, but the ninth bar will definitely jolt you right back into full awakenness as, assisted by Agt.Widi, the song takes a turn into rapturous heavy metal — distorted guitars, full-bodied drums, back-of-the-throat growling and all. The track continues to alternate between the two, with Isyana’s masterful piano skills woven throughout with a jazzy, stylized riff here and floaty, layered vocals there. It’s a listening experience that never dulls — much like the Indonesian singer’s musical trajectory, which seems primed to continue exploring uncharted genres.

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Other tracks in this week’s Sunday Spin playlist include “Tanha” by Shahrukh Sarfraz, Lola Young’s “From down here,” “sailing” by grentperez, and Big Ocean’s “Make it up to you.” Listen to everything mentioned and more, curated by Team EnVi only for you on Spotify.

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