With reports indicating his sophomore studio effort, ‘Free Spirit,’ is set to be his first to soar to the top of the Billboard 200 (as we reported here), singer Khalid is laying it on thick for good measure.

After seeing the successes of previous singles, ‘Talk’ and ‘Better’ respectively, the 21-year-old is now unveiling the music video for the album’s title track.  An intimate clip that sees the Texas-born beau and a round of friends take on the open road in a cross country road trip, the good times attest to the tune’s title and sees them roam near and far to make unforgettable memories.

Look inside to see just what we mean:

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With the nominations out for the 2019 Billboard Music Awards, attention has turned to who’ll be gracing the stage at the May 1st extravaganza.

Well, wonder no more. Because the first batch of performers have announced.

And the list is lead by Normani and Sam Smith.

Dive below for details…

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Since bursting onto the scene with his 2017 released, top 5 debut album – ‘American Teen’ – R&B crooner Khalid has been a staple in the chart’s top 40 as both feature and leading act.  Seeing that success trickle over onto the October 2018-released EP, ‘SunCity,’ the commercial response clearly served as indication fans were ready for the singer’s sophomore LP.

Answering the call with ‘Talk’ & ‘Better’ – the leading singles from his second album, ‘Free Spirit’ (April 5) – both tunes received favorable critical and commercial responses as they peaked inside the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 at #40 and #16 respectively [to date].  Now, with over 24 hours separating their parent album from its official unveiling, industry analysts are able to predict how many units the product will shift its first 7 days of availability.

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Khalid collates an eclectic collection of tracks on his sophomore album ‘Free Sprit.’

Unleashed today, the 17-song set arrives two years after the star released his Platinum debut ‘American Teen.’

Paired with a like-titled short film, ‘Spirit’ sees the 21-year-old explore themes of growth, meaning, love, and more – all against the backdrop of magnetic production; production he says sounds like a movie (hence why he made one!)

The project is preceded by singles such as ‘Talk’ and ‘Self’ and also features John Mayer. 

Take a listen to new Khalid after the jump…

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Khalid has gone all out to ensure his sophomore outing ‘Free Spirit’ is an adventure in more ways than one.

Tomorrow brings with it the release of the RCA set, his first full-length body of work since his Platinum certified debut ‘American Teen.’

Before then, though, the eclectic singer has premiered a like-titled short film.

Co-written by the 21-year-old himself, the flick (which received a one-day theatrical run) was directed by Emil Nava. 

Explaining the rationale for the production – which delves into the themes and ideology explored on the LP – he said:

“It sounds like a movie, why not make it a damn movie?”

We won’t spoil the story, but – by way of a dysfunctional clique called the Free Spirits – a narrative of discovery, purpose, love, and pain is unpacked in an oh so compelling way.

What are you waiting for? Watch below…

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The demand for Khalid has led to the 21-year-old to announce he’s set to embark on his first-ever headlining North American arena tour.

Tapping special guest Clairo to assist, the trek  (dubbed the ‘Free Spirit World Tour’) is designed to support ‘Free Spirit’ – his forthcoming sophomore album (due in stores April 5 via RCA Records).  Kicking off June 20 at Gila River Arena in Phoenix, the R&B beau will take a bow in major cities like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Detroit, New York, Boston and Atlanta before wrapping up August 17 at American Airlines Arena in Miami.

Will the ‘Location’ star be bringing his brigade of hits anywhere near your location? Look inside to see:

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Khalid explores the juxtaposition of joy and pain that comes with loss and gain on new single ‘Self,’ a powerfully poignant jam produced by Hit Boy.

The song appears on his sophomore album ‘Free Spirit’ which arrives with a like-titled short movie he shot to tell its story.

Take a listen to the latest taste of the LP below…

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Khalid is cranking his sophomore campaign up a notch with the video premiere of ‘Talk.’

Directed by Emil Nava, the clip arrives ahead of its parent album ‘Free Sprit,’ which lands in stores on April 5th. As reported, the project will be paired with like-titled short film – also helmed by Nava.

The visual for ‘Talk’ was unwrapped just days after the the 21-year-old has performed the song on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. 

Armed with the momentum of a Platinum debut album and top 10 success with Normani collab ‘Love Lies,’ is Khalid on the cusp of scoring his next big hit?

Watch the video for ‘Talk’ below and let us know…

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It’s sophomore season for rising star Khalid, who today announced his second studio album ‘Free Spirit.’

Two years have passed since the arrival of his Platinum selling debut ‘American Teen,’ and the 21-year-old has cemented himself as one of today’s most magnetic talents. Case in point hits such as ‘Location,’ ‘Young Dumb & Broke,’ and Normani collaboration ‘Love Lies.’

With last year’s ‘Suncity’ EP bridging the gap, it’s official time for chapter 2 on the LP front.

Details on his ambitious roll-out plan below…

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Khalid‘s ‘American Teen’ album is winning globally.

A fantastic update on the LP below…

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With last year’s ‘American Teen,’ newcomer Khalid was catapulted to definitive breakout star status.

Now, armed with that success and more (hello ‘Love Lies’) he follows-up with brand new EP ‘Suncity.’

Inspired by a recent trip to his hometown of El Paso, Texas (known colloquially as Sun City), the EP is comprised of seven tracks and is billed as a bridge of sorts to his hotly anticipated sophomore album – due in 2019.

Speaking on the set (which includes recently released single ‘Better’), 20-year-old Khalid said:

“I want my music to grow and represent how I am growing up. Suncity is the start of a new era for me; this music poured out of me and I didn’t want to wait to share it. I wanted to be able to live in this moment with my fans and my friends and speak from the heart.”

Take a listen to ‘Suncity’ below…

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Slow and steady wins the race.

Just ask Normani and Khalid, whose collaboration ‘Love Lies’ has hit a major new peak in its 23rd week on the Billboard Hot 100.

Details below…

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