Lola Young, the 24-year-old singer-songwriter from South London, has just released her bold new single, “One Thing,” a track that blends catchy R&B rhythms with vibrant guitar melodies and showcases her remarkable vocal talent and sharp lyrical edge. The song explores the theme of sex with an open, playful tone, inviting listeners to reflect on its complexities beyond the surface. “It’s a song that, at first glance, sounds like
I’m talking about one thing. Sex. And I am, of course. But sex is never just about one thing,” says Lola
The music video, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Dave Meyers (known for his work with SZA, Little Simz, and Sabrina Carpenter), brings Lola’s cheeky, ironic perspective to life. From scenes of a first date and a women-only class, to Lola knocking out her exes in a boxing ring and making out with her mirror self, the visuals challenge traditional gender roles and highlight a more carefree, humorous take on sexuality and identity.
With over a billion global streams under her belt, Lola Young is already making a major impact. Her 2024 breakout single “Messy,” from the acclaimed album This Wasn’t Meant For You Anyway, stayed at #1 on the UK charts for four consecutive weeks. The hit cemented her as the youngest British solo artist to top the UK charts since Dua Lipa’s “New Rules” in 2017, and one of only two British artists to claim the top spot in the past year.
In the United States, “Messy” has also taken over the charts, hitting #1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay, Hot Adult Contemporary, and Alternative Rock charts. It also ranked high on the Billboard Hot 100, making Lola the first female artist to debut at #1 on both the Pop and Alternative charts since Lorde’s “Royals.”
Her artistry has earned her three Ivor Novello Award nominations: Best Album (This Wasn’t Meant For You Anyway), Best Song Musically and Lyrically (“Messy”), and the Rising Star Award. She also received a BRIT Award nomination for Best Pop Artist. Recently, she collaborated with Tyler, The Creator on “Like Him” and with Lil Yachty on “Charlie,” continuing to demonstrate her range and creative versatility.
After debuting at Coachella, Lola is set to open for Billie Eilish in Paris on the “Hit Me Hard and Soft” tour and will perform at major summer festivals across the UK and Europe, including Glastonbury and Little Simz’s Meltdown Festival. “One Thing” signals a new era for Lola Young—a fearless, authentic voice that is resonating around the world and proving she’s ready to become one of the defining artists of her generation.
