Robyn Releases ‘Dopamine,’ First New Song in 7 Years, About ‘Intense, Enjoyable or Painful’ Emotions
Robyn's new single critiques how modern culture decodes emotions via biology and explores embracing human feelings, marking her first solo release in seven years.
- On Nov. 12, Robyn released "Dopamine" via Jamie xx's Young label, her first new solo material since Honey, described as a soaring, sparkling dancefloor anthem.
- Robyn says everyone has a phone to see heart rate and decode emotions through hormones and chemical substances, framing Dopamine's `doubleness` as intense feeling and biological process without choosing religion or science.
- Made with longtime collaborator Klas Öhlund, the single features a striking video by Marili André and follows Robyn's recent surprise appearances with Charli XCX and Gracie Abrams.
- An industry insider told The Sun `Robyn has spent years working on this music and has been really inspired by loads of up-and-coming artists`, and industry reports say the single could presage a full album reportedly titled Sexistential.
- Following surprise appearances and collaborations, Robyn's return with 'Dopamine' is culturally significant for her devoted international fanbase, built over decades.
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Robyn Finally Unveils The Kinetic ‘Dopamine,’ Her First New Single Since 2018
In recent years, Robyn has popped up on new songs here and there, like that Jamie xx collaboration or Charli XCX’s “360” remix, both from last year. As far as her own new songs, though, there haven’t been any since the release of her 2018 album Honey. She appears to be launching a new era, though, as today (November 12), she has shared a new one, “Dopamine,” a catchy dance-pop number that arrives alongside a video. In a statement, Robyn says of …
SINGLE "Dopamine" sounds about as expected. A little shock. Markus Larsson reviews Robyn's first new single in seven years.
Robyn has brought us a hit of "Dopamine'
Over her career Robyn has brought us some massive hits, a new track Dopamine is destined to join that impressive list. The track is Robyn’s first music under her own name in seven years and sees the Swedish pop icon teaming up with longtime collaborator Klas Åhlund for an instantly catchy tune. The single is accompanied by a stunning performance video starring Robyn by acclaimed photographer Marili Andre, who also shot the ‘Dopamine’ cover artwo…
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