Addison Rae, the TikTok star turned music star, formally drops her second single of 2025 today with “Headphones On.” Continuing to make a mark in the music industry, this release comes after her recent single “High Fashion.” Rae’s debut studio album is set to release June 6. Get ready for hits like “Diet Pepsi,” “Aquamarine,” “High Fashion,” and an all-new song!
The official music video for “Headphones On,” directed by Mitch Ryan, was shot with the breathtaking cityscape of Reykjavík, Iceland as the scene. In the video, Rae uplifts her bold neon pink hair. As she rides her very cool-looking, ethereal white horse through the beautiful Norwegian wilderness, she listens to music through a pair of wired earbuds. Her flirtatious fury and colorful aesthetic give a colorful punctation to the song’s kicking announcement.
Rae co-wrote “Headphones On” with producers Luka Kloser and Elvira Anderfjärd, showcasing yet another collaborative connection in her musical journey this far. She then earned widespread acclaim for her breakout singles “Obsessed,” “Diet Pepsi,” and “Aquamarine.” The latter even received an exhilarating remix by Arca, titled “Aquamarine / Arcamarine.”
Rae’s growing discography—which now includes the widely-hailed “My Little Underground,” “Butterfly” and her latest release, “Calm”—has been an electric journey.
“It’s the singer’s second track of 2025, following ‘High Fashion.’” – Addison Rae
On the heels of this release, Rae keeps creating forward movement in her short career as a blossoming star. As a result, she claims the incredible #13 position in “The 100 Best Songs of 2024.” This accomplishment cements her position as a formidable player on the pop music stage.
Fans have been clamoring for Rae’s debut LP. Her recent releases are a testament to her growth as an artist and her commitment to making intriguing, accessible pop music. As you can hear, the excitement for “Headphones On” is contagious. When we watch it, we can’t help but marvel at the transformation of Kiki from social media influencer to music industry savant.