Joji's Piss in the Wind is Out Next Year, Leans into Melancholy in Latest Track

Joji Announces New Album "Piss in the Wind" for February Release

Joji, the acclaimed R&B and alternative artist, is returning with his fourth full-length album titled Piss in the Wind, scheduled for release on February 6. This announcement offers fans fresh anticipation for his music next year.

New Track "If it Only Gets Better" Highlights Melancholy Roots

Along with the album news, Joji released a brief track called "If it Only Gets Better." Lasting just one minute and eight seconds, the song harkens back to his signature melancholic ballad style. It features slow, nylon-string guitar plucking drenched in reverb, accompanied by electronic percussion in an unconventional time signature that eventually settles into a steady rhythm.

His delicate vocal harmonies add a gentle finish, leaving listeners wanting more.

Joji's Recent Music Journey

"If it only gets better from here If it only gets better from here, Then what's there to change about it? Shit, I just won't think about it."

This is essentially the full lyrical content of the track, emphasizing mood over complexity in lyrics.

Summary

Joji’s upcoming album and latest brief release show his continued embrace of melancholy and minimalistic songcraft, stirring eager anticipation among his listeners.

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Esquire Philippines Esquire Philippines — 2025-11-05