With themes of healing and strength teased in his announcement, fans are preparing for a project that feels both intimate and empowering.
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After what feels like years of us streaming, replaying and dramatically staring out of windows to his vocals, Lloyiso has officially announced his debut album. Yes, the full body of work. The moment. The healing.
The South African singer-songwriter is set to release "Never Thought I Could Part 1" on March 6, just two days before his birthday. Main character behaviour. Drop an album, then celebrate turning a year older, knowing the charts are shaking.
For those who’ve been living under a rock, Lloyiso is that soulful, goosebump-giving, piano-led ballad kind of artist. The kind who sings about heartbreak like he’s personally read your diary.
His sound sits comfortably in the world of emotional pop and R&B, layered with vulnerability and those soaring vocals that make you question your last situationship.
Fans already know what he’s capable of because he’s been building towards this moment. "Seasons" became an instant favourite, with its tender piano and honest lyrics about loving through change.
It was the kind of track that quietly wrecked people in their bedrooms. No chaos, just feelings. And then there’s "Speak", another standout that showcased his ability to let vulnerability sit front and centre without overcomplicating it.
“Never thought I could be announcing the date of my debut album to you today. Never thought I could heal from the heartache. Never thought I could be enough to love myself. Never thought I could be this POWERFUL & STRONG. Never thought I could do it, but I DID," he wrote.
Those words reflect the core of who Lloyiso is as an artist. His catalogue has always centred on emotional growth, confronting pain, choosing self-love and finding strength in softness.
He credited patience and persistence for getting him to this point, adding that he stayed motivated and inspired to make this music “for you and to you”. That distinction matters. His audience feels seen.
Fans can expect a project rooted in storytelling. If his previous releases are anything to go by, the album is likely to explore themes of heartbreak, resilience and rediscovering identity.