On Friday, the singer behind “See You Again” teased his upcoming single “Hero,” hot on the heels of his reaction to Taylor Swift’s shout-out on the title track of her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department”.
In a TikTok clip, Charlie Puth shared a sneak peek of his new track, expressing his nerves about being candid in his music but feeling compelled to share it now. He announced that “Hero” would drop on May 24th as the lead single from his upcoming album.
Swift’s reference to Puth on “The Tortured Poets Department” sparked speculation among fans, with lyrics hinting at her past relationship with Matty Healy. Puth took to social media to react to the unexpected mention, sharing his excitement over Swift’s album success.
Swift’s celebration of the album’s achievements included behind-the-scenes photos, one featuring Puth’s playful take on the album title. She expressed gratitude to fans for their overwhelming support, as “The Tortured Poets Department” secured her 14th No. 1 debut on the Billboard 200.
Check out Puth’s teaser for his upcoming single “Hero” on Instagram below.