Tori Kelly announces new album God Must Really Love Me, out June 12, plus singles "Control" and "Dive" dropping May 8.
- May 6, 2026
AceShowbiz - Tori Kelly has officially announced her sixth studio album, titled God Must Really Love Me, set to be released on June 12. The singer shared the news on Tuesday, May 5, via an Instagram post featuring the album artwork, much to the excitement of her fans.
In addition to unveiling the album, Tori Kelly revealed that she will be releasing two new singles from the project, named "Control" and "Dive," both scheduled to drop on Friday, May 8. This marks a fresh chapter following her 2024 self-titled album, Tori.
A press release describes God Must Really Love Me as Kelly's most intimate work yet, focusing on themes such as love, identity, and the delicate effort of maintaining inner peace amid external chaos. This new album reflects a deeply personal journey for the artist.
The announcement comes approximately six months after the birth of Tori Kelly's first child with her husband, André Murillo. According to the press statement, the singer experienced a surge of creative inspiration shortly after becoming a mother, which significantly influenced and reshaped her artistic direction.
"Before the baby was born I'd tried to work on as many songs as possible, because I thought maybe I wouldn't want to write once I was in mom mode," Kelly said in a statement. "But then everything just hit me at once and right away I knew what I needed to say and exactly how I wanted it to sound."
Tori Kelly penned most of the album’s tracks solo before collaborating in the studio with a number of notable producers and co-writers. Her collaborators include DIXSON, known for working with Kehlani and Vic Mensa; Nija Charles, who has credits with Summer Walker and Kiana Ledé; Emily Warren, who has worked with Dua Lipa and Noah Kahan; and Ammo, recognized for contributions with Beyoncé and Teddy Swims.
The album’s primary collaborators are Tommy King, who has worked with HAIM and Donna Missal, and Dan Farber, known for his work with Lizzo and Alessia Cara. Together, they helped shape the sound and production of God Must Really Love Me.
This upcoming project marks an important creative evolution for Tori Kelly, building on her growing discography and personal experiences. Fans can anticipate a thoughtful and heartfelt collection of songs that delve into the complexities of love and self-discovery, set against a backdrop of rich musical collaboration.
Listeners can look forward to the release of the first two singles, "Control" and "Dive," this Friday, paving the way for the full album launch on June 12. Tori Kelly continues to demonstrate her commitment to authentic storytelling through her music, inviting fans to join her on this intimate journey.