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Jhené Aiko has released her highly anticipated new album, Westside Whimsy. The seven-time Grammy Award-nominated singer celebrates Los Angeles throughout the 20-track project.
Released Sept. 11, 2026, Westside Whimsy arrives through ALLEL/Artclub/Def Jam Recordings. The album also features several major Los Angeles artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Larry June, Ab-Soul and Tyga.
With the new project, Jhené gives listeners a deeply personal look at her world. She blends soulful melodies, introspective lyrics and atmospheric production throughout the album.
Jhené Aiko celebrates Los Angeles
Westside Whimsy serves as a love letter to Jhené’s hometown of Los Angeles. Throughout the album, she highlights the city’s influence on her music and identity.
In addition, the project brings together several artists connected to Los Angeles. Kendrick Lamar, Larry June, Ab-Soul, Tyga and OHMA each contribute to the album.
As a result, the project captures different sides of the city’s musical culture. Jhené also uses the album to explore love, vulnerability, healing and the unpredictable nature of life.
Her soothing vocals remain central to the project. Meanwhile, her poetic songwriting gives the album an intimate feel.
The new album features major collaborations
Jhené Aiko fills Westside Whimsy with collaborations that add different sounds and perspectives.
Ab-Soul appears on “Love Bomb.” Tyga joins Jhené on “Like, Whatever.” Larry June appears on “Neighbors,” while Kendrick Lamar features on “So Good.”
OHMA also appears on “Golden Coast.” Together, these collaborations strengthen the album’s connection to Los Angeles.
However, Jhené keeps her own voice at the center of the project. Her songwriting continues to explore relationships, personal growth and self-reflection.
Jhené Aiko continues her R&B legacy
The new album adds another chapter to Jhené’s decade-plus career. She has built a strong reputation through music that combines R&B, soul and spirituality.
Her discography includes Souled Out, Trip and Chilombo. Over the years, those projects have helped establish her as an influential voice in contemporary R&B.
Beyond her recordings, Jhené has also performed for audiences around the world. Her live performances have helped her maintain a devoted global fanbase.
Now, Westside Whimsy gives those fans another project to experience.
Jhené Aiko expands beyond music
Jhené has also taken her creative vision into the beauty space. Through Jhenetics, she explores self-expression, wellness and natural beauty.
The beauty line reflects themes that have remained important throughout her artistic career. Similarly, her new album focuses on individuality, intention and personal experiences.
Therefore, Westside Whimsy represents more than another music release. It brings together Jhené’s connection to Los Angeles, her personal storytelling and her evolving creative vision.
Westside Whimsy tracklist
The 20-track album includes:
- “Wild Cat(s)”
- “Ghost”
- “Break”
- “Love Bomb” with Ab-Soul
- “Ceiling (freestyle)”
- “Nothing Nice To Say”
- “He Belongs”
- “Like, Whatever” featuring Tyga
- “You”
- “Don’t Be That Guy”
- “Lullaby”
- “Neighbors” featuring Larry June
- “Mine”
- “So Good” featuring Kendrick Lamar
- “Beach Boy”
- “Unicorn”
- “I Don’t Mind”
- “Nami’s Haiku”
- “A Living Light”
- “Golden Coast” featuring OHMA
Source: Press release provided by ALLEL/Artclub/Def Jam Recordings
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