Crush
Listen to Crush on Spotify. Song · Zara Larsson · 2025
Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson has dropped her latest single, “Crush,” on August 15, 2025, a vibrant and bittersweet track from her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Midnight Sun, set for release on September 26, 2025, via Sommer House and Epic Records. Following the success of her earlier singles “Midnight Sun” and “Pretty Ugly,” “Crush” delivers a dance-ready pop anthem that captures the emotional tug-of-war of longing for someone new while cherishing an existing relationship.
Co-written by Larsson with Helena Gao, Margo XS, and longtime collaborator MNEK, and produced by MNEK and Zhone, “Crush” blends sparkling vocals with polished, contemporary production. The song’s lyrics explore the thrill and conflict of a fleeting infatuation, with Larsson singing, “It ain’t heartbreak, but it still hurts enough / Oh baby I’m crushed, it will never be us.” Its infectious beat and relatable storytelling make it a perfect addition to late-summer playlists, destined to resonate with fans in those “crying-in-the-club” moments.
Larsson has teased “Crush” on social media, including a TikTok preview on August 4, 2025, building excitement for the release. A music video, directed by Charlotte Rutherford, is expected soon, promising to complement the song’s vibrant energy. Currently, Larsson is performing the track on her North American arena tour supporting Tate McRae, with upcoming headline shows in Europe and Australasia in 2025 and 2026.
Midnight Sun, Larsson’s first album since 2024’s Venus, promises 10 tracks that reflect her Swedish pop roots and personal growth. “Crush” is available now on all streaming platforms, offering fans another glimpse into the emotional depth and pop prowess of this global star.
The pop star recently kicked off a North American arena tour alongside Tate McRae, which is set to hit Chicago, IL tonight at the United Center. With stops along the way including New York, NY’s Madison Square Garden on September 2 and 3, and Los Angeles, CA’s The Forum on September 26 and 27, Zara has been teasing the new album by performing some of the unreleased music. On October 28, she will kick off a European headlining tour, before hitting the road in February 2026 alongside OneRepublic in Australia and New Zealand. See her global touring itinerary below and visit www.zaralarssonofficial.com for more information.
Stay tuned for the official music video for “Crush,” set to premiere soon, and get ready for a never ending Midnight Sun, coming September 26.
Zara Larsson 2025-2026 live dates:
August 15 – Chicago, IL – United Center *
August 16 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena *
August 19 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena *
August 20 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena *
August 22 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre *
August 24 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre *
August 26 – Boston, MA – TD Garden *
August 27 – Boston, MA – TD Garden *
August 29 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena *
August 31 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena *
September 3 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden *
September 4 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden *
September 6 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center *
September 9 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena *
September 11 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena *
September 13 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center *
September 14 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center *
September 16 – Austin, TX – Moody Center *
September 18 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center *
September 19 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena *
September 20 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena *
September 24 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center *
September 26 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum *
September 27 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum *
October 28, 2025 – Munich, Germany – Zenith
October 30, 2025 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer
October 31, 2025 – Berlin, Germany – Tempodrom
November 2, 2025 – Antwerp, Belgium – Lotto Arena
November 3, 2025 – Paris, France – Salle Pleyel
November 5, 2025 – London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley
November 7, 2025 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena
November 9, 2025 – Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse
November 11, 2025 – Dusseldorf, Germany – Mitsubishi Electric Halle
November 12, 2025 – Amsterdam, The Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
November 16, 2025 – Riga, Latvia – Xiaomi Arena
November 18, 2025 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena
November 19, 2025 – Malmo, Sweden – Malmö Arena
November 21, 2025 – Oslo, Norway – Unity Arena
November 22, 2025 – Gothenburg, Sweden – Scandinavium
November 26, 2025 – Helsinki, Finland – Ice Hall
November 28, 2025 – Stockholm, Sweden, Avicii Arena
February 4, 2026 – Auckland, NZ – Spark Arena ^
February 6, 2026 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena ^
February 11, 2026 – Gold Coast, Australia – HOTA Outdoor Stage ^
February 12, 2026 – Brisbane, Australia – Riverstage ^
February 13, 2026 – Melbourne, Australia – Sidney Myer Music Bowl ^
February 18, 2026 – Perth, Australia – RAC Arena ^
*Supporting Tate McRae
^Supporting OneRepublic
