Who released the album Future Nostalgia?
Quick answer
Future Nostalgia is the second studio album by British singer Dua Lipa, released on March 27, 2020, during the early weeks of the COVID-19 lockdowns. Its retro disco-pop sound produced hits such as “Don’t Start Now,” “Physical” and “Levitating.” It won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album in 2021.
Key facts
- Artist
- Dua Lipa
- Released
- March 27, 2020
- Genre
- Disco-pop, dance-pop
- Grammy
- Best Pop Vocal Album (2021)
A dance album for lockdown
Dua Lipa moved the album’s release up by a week after it leaked online. It arrived just as much of the world went into lockdown, and its upbeat dance songs became a soundtrack for people dancing at home. The title reflects its mix of 1970s–80s disco influences with modern pop production.
Hit singles
| Single | Notes |
|---|---|
| “Don’t Start Now” | Lead single (2019); top 3 in the US and UK |
| “Physical” | Inspired by 1980s workout pop |
| “Break My Heart” | Samples a famous 1980s rock riff |
| “Levitating” | Billboard’s top song of 2021 on its year-end Hot 100 |
Who is Dua Lipa?
Dua Lipa was born in London in 1995 to parents from Kosovo. She briefly lived in Pristina as a teenager, then returned to London alone at 15 to pursue music. Her first big hit was “New Rules” (2017). She has won several Grammys and Brit Awards.
Her albums
| Year | Album |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Dua Lipa |
| 2020 | Future Nostalgia |
| 2024 | Radical Optimism |
She also sang “Dance the Night” for the Barbie (2023) soundtrack and acted in the spy film Argylle (2024).
Beyond music
Dua Lipa runs a newsletter and podcast, Service95, featuring book recommendations and interviews, and founded a book club. She was granted Albanian citizenship in 2022 and has supported charities in Kosovo.
For another major pop album, see who released the album 1989. For a British singer with a landmark album, see who released the album Back to Black.
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