Kesha Releases 'JOYRIDE' on Independence Day

Kesha has released her new single 'JOYRIDE' on Independence Day, marking her first song since parting ways with Dr. Luke's record label in December 2023. The 37-year-old singer celebrated her newfound independence with a dramatic performance at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City, where she wielded a large knife and wore various bold outfits, including a nun's costume and cowboy chic ensemble. The new track, produced by Zhone and co-written with Madison Love, features fierce, defiant lyrics about freedom and self-empowerment. The release of 'JOYRIDE' is seen as a celebration of Kesha's liberation from a lengthy legal battle with Dr. Luke, whom she accused of abuse. Kesha teased the song with vibrant visuals on social media, including a nod to the cult classic 'Mean Girls.' The song's upbeat, electro sound draws comparisons to her earlier hits like 'TiK ToK' and 'We R Who We R.'