Money Badoo is about to set the music world on fire in 2025 with her upcoming single “Heartbreak Hotel”, dropping January 24th, 2025. But that’s not all – on January 17th, 2025, the music video for her explosive single “WAKE UP” premiered, taking fans even deeper into the artist’s captivating universe. These two exciting releases lead up to the grand unveiling of her much-awaited album M$RYLUV$CMPNY, set to drop on March 7th, 2025.
“Heartbreak Hotel” offers a poignant glimpse into the emotional depth of Money Badoo’s upcoming album M$RYLUV$CMPNY, where themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery come to life. This ‘80s pop-inspired track, featuring Una Rams and produced by Select Play, touches on the theme of heartbreak and explores the emotional chaos of toxic relationships. With its moody synths and reflective lyrics, it highlights the cyclical nature of heartbreak, it paints a vivid picture of love’s darker side, setting the tone for an album that explores heartbreak, self-discovery, and empowerment.
Lines like: “To tell the truth / I’m just a fool / I keep falling for your lies,” capture the emotional conflict of a protagonist caught in a cycle of love and betrayal. The titular refrain – “Heartbreak Hotel” – symbolizes a place of emotional chaos, where the protagonist checks in repeatedly, unable to escape the destructive pull of unrequited love.
Heartbreak Hotel marks a new sonic chapter for Money Badoo, who expertly blends nostalgia with fresh contemporary energy, pushing her musical boundaries while staying true to her storytelling roots. In addition to the release of “Heartbreak Hotel,” Money Badoo premiered the music video for her recent hit single “WAKE UP” on January 17th, 2025, exclusively on Trace TV. The explosive visuals release helped amplify the success of the track, which had already garnered significant traction on digital streaming platforms and playlists. Since its release, the video has accumulated over 30,000 streams on YouTube.
Short and directed by No.Ordinary.Human in Braamfontein, the vibrant heart of Johannesburg, the music video for “WAKE UP” promises to be a reflection of Money Badoo’s creative vision, blending bold visuals with her unique narrative style. Directed to capture the raw energy and determination behind the track, this music video is sure to further solidify Money Badoo as a multi-dimensional artist who seamlessly blends music, fashion, and storytelling.
Money Badoo’s forthcoming album M$RYLUV$CMPNY is set to be one of 2025’s most anticipated releases. The 12-track project showcases a powerful evolution of Money Badoo’s artistry, blending her trademark emotive storytelling with cutting-edge production and an ever-expanding creative vision.
In addition to these monumental releases, Money Badoo is preparing to take her music to the stage. Following the release of M$RYLUV$CMPNY, she will embark on a highly anticipated tour, bringing her electrifying live performances to fans in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The M$RYLUV$CMPNY tour will showcase the evolution of her artistry, taking South African audiences on a journey through her emotional and musical growth. Developed in collaboration with the Bad Weather team, renowned for their work on major South African events like RAGE Festival, this tour promises to set new standards for live performances in the country.
With the release of “Heartbreak Hotel”, the “Wake Up” music video, and M$RYLUV$CMPNY, Money Badoo is redefining the soundscape of contemporary music. Her fearless exploration of love, heartbreak, and empowerment is set to make a lasting mark on the global music scene. As she continues to evolve, Money Badoo is not just an artist but a cultural force poised to change the game in 2025 and beyond.
Stay tuned for the release of “Heartbreak Hotel” on January 24th, the “Wake Up” music video on January 17th, and the arrival of M$RYLUV$CMPNY on March 7th, 2025.
