Riding on a wave of stardom and virality, multiplatinum recording artist Coi Leray is set to release the follow-up to her 2022 debut album, Trendsetter. The successful artist has made a name for herself with tracks like double-platinum hit “No More Parties” and gold-certified “Big Purr (Prrrd)” [feat. Pooh Shiesty].
Since emerging on the music scene, Leray has continued the impressive momentum from her first debut with singles like “Fly Sh*t” and “Players” — the sizzling success of which earned the artist her first Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 appearance in her highest charting single to date. “Players” also received star-studded remixes with the likes of DJ Smallz, David Guetta, DJ Saigee and Busta Rhymes.
Coi Leray earns her first Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 hit as “Players” reaches a new peak at #9. pic.twitter.com/GlM4lWKuGx
— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) March 27, 2023
COI, as the upcoming sophomore album is aptly called, is slated to drop on June 23, featuring a roster of star collaborations such as David Guetta, Saucy Santana, Giggs, Lola Brooke and Skillibeng.
According to her news release, COI will include 15 tracks that touch upon diverse rap, rock, pop, reggae and dance music genres. Meanwhile, the 26-year-old musician unveiled the album’s official cover art, which features her posing in a skimpy, aqua-colored ensemble.
Introducing my second album “COI” dropping June 23rd . https://t.co/7ISsB4FtZp pic.twitter.com/LGhwE8s66G
— Coi (@coi_leray) May 19, 2023
“From my versatility to my sex appeal to my masculine energy… This album is gonna show you that if I’m not the best, then I’m one of the best of generation,” the singer penned on Twitter. “Thank you to everyone who has supported me and watched me grow on my journey.”
From my versatility to my sex appeal to my masculine energy… this album is gonna show you that if I’m not the best then I’m one of the best of generation. Coi . June 23rd . Mark the date. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and watched me grow on my journey.
— Coi (@coi_leray) May 19, 2023
A little over a year removed from the release of her first project, the second, self-titled LP will include her more recent singles, “Bops” and “My Body.”
Coi Leray Releases Two New Singles 'Bops' and 'My Body' https://t.co/2d9TbWmoIg #CoiLeray #Bops #MyBody pic.twitter.com/4WpNKEE5ZA
— Glitter Magazine (@glittermagazine) May 11, 2023
The New Jersey-bred artist has seen significant success this year, from chart-topping music releases like Nicki Minaj-assisted track “Blick Blick” to notable festival performances such as Rolling Loud California, Austin City Limits and Governor’s Ball.
She also became the voice of the WNBA’s “More Than Game” campaign ahead of their 2023 season. The coy vocalist has performed on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and ABCs Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The #WNBA has unveiled its official creative campaign & tagline for the league's 27th season: More Than Game.
More Than Game takes what's already loved about the WNBA and shows that there's even more. The spot features hip-hop star Coi Leray narrating over her hit "Players.” pic.twitter.com/LDK6oG6Zsp
— Double Take Sports (@dbltakesports) May 15, 2023
“I’m gonna determine my greatness, my destiny and my future,” she told Billboard earlier this year.
Having quickly become a force to be reckoned with, the announcement of her forthcoming record generated buzz. The powerhouse performer celebrated by sharing tweets from excited fans.
@coi_leray out here doing biiiig things, can’t wait to see what’s next for her 🤞😍
— Hi (@hotgayswiftie) May 19, 2023
“One thing [about] @coi_leray that she’s gon SERVE the visuals,” one tweet read, referring to the 2000s-inspired album art.
One thing abut @coi_leray that she’s gon SERVE the visuals. pic.twitter.com/p5OYsE1AYU
— ❦ ᴷᴾ ˣ ᴺᴹ🗡 (@hayyykxxx) May 19, 2023
“I can already tell this gone be fire,” another fan tweeted.
I can already tell this gone be fire
— Nikolai (@nikolaithemede) May 19, 2023
“First leak off the project,” she tweeted, teasing a song titled “Get Loud” from the upcoming album.
First leak off the project “GET LOUD” pic.twitter.com/kpTfqRD5Y4
— Coi (@coi_leray) May 19, 2023
Leray also teased “Make My Day,” which samples the 1989 classic hit “Pump the Jam” by Technotronic.
Coi Leray previews a new song from her new album “Coi” releasing June 23rd. @coi_leray
pic.twitter.com/YOZ2zv14yu— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) May 19, 2023
“One of my favorite songs off my project…” she wrote on Instagram.
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The LA-based singer has yet to reveal the upcoming project’s tracklist, but we can only anticipate successful hits to come once the album drops this June.