Addison Rae has unveiled another teaser from her eagerly awaited debut album, Addison. The latest single, “Fame Is a Gun,” marks the fifth track to be released from the upcoming project, which is set to drop on June 6th, 2024.
This new offering showcases Rae embracing the limelight and the love from her fans. The lyrics reflect her upbeat attitude: “You know I keep it real/I live for the appeal,” and she sings poignantly about the joy of affection on the bridge, stating, “Nothing makes me feel as good as being loved by you.”
Accompanying the single is a visually striking music video that captures Rae in a lavish setting, enjoying a banquet-like feast surrounded by friends who indulge in various delights, while she lounges with a silver gun—a metaphor for the duality of fame.
Rae’s journey from TikTok sensation to a burgeoning pop star began with the release of her debut single “Obsessed” in 2021, though the song did not perform as expected. This setback led to the scrapping of the initial album, with some tracks later featured in her EP, AR. With a fresh start at Columbia Records, she made a splash with her viral hit “Diet Pepsi,” which gained significant acclaim and solidified her position in the music industry.
The anticipation for her album has built steadily since her Coachella announcement, where she performed the catchy single “Aquamarine.” Rae collaborated with accomplished songwriters Luka Kloser and Elvira Anderfjärd, pupils of the legendary Max Martin, to produce the tracks for this album. Rae has expressed a desire to keep the album lively and vibrant, steering clear of slower, melancholic songs, and focusing on themes of movement and authenticity.
With this approach and the guidance of industry veterans like Max Martin, Rae appears poised to captivate the audience not only with catchy melodies but also with a more profound lyrical connection. This exciting phase of her career highlights her growth as an artist and her commitment to producing music that resonates authentically with her audience.