5 Seconds of Summer Unveil "EVERYONE’S A STAR!" Album & Lead Single “NOT OK”

Australian pop rock sensation "5 Seconds of Summer" (5SOS) is making a powerful return with their sixth studio album, "EVERYONE’S A STAR!", arriving on "November 14, 2025". This marks the group’s first release under "Republic Records", signaling the start of an exciting new chapter following their 2022 project "5SOS5".

Debut Single: “NOT OK”

On September 24, 2025, 5SOS dropped the lead single “NOT OK.” The track blends the band’s signature rock sound with modern electronic elements, showcasing a fresh yet familiar energy. Written by Ashton Irwin, Calum Hood, Luke Hemmings, Jason Evigan, JHart, Mark Schick, and Sarah Hudson, and produced by Evigan and Schick, the song reflects on darker emotions while embracing them openly.

Frontman Luke Hemmings described the single as a mix of the band’s classic energy with bold new directions, emphasizing its raw honesty and personal storytelling.

5 Seconds of Summer Unveil "EVERYONE’S A STAR!" Album & Lead Single “NOT OK”

Album Details & Creative Vision

The 12-track record was created between 2024 and 2025 in Los Angeles and Nashville studios. Hemmings explained that the album celebrates individuality within unity, capturing both youthful passion and the wisdom gained from 15 years as a band. The result is a project that feels nostalgic yet adventurous, blending reckless abandon with maturity.

EVERYONE’S A STAR! Tracklist

1. Everyone’s A Star!
2. NOT OK
3. Telephone Busy
4. Boyband
5. No. 1 Obsession
6. I’m Scared I’ll Never Sleep Again
7. istillfeelthesame
8. Ghost
9. Sick of Myself
10. Evolve
11. The Rocks
12. Jawbreaker

What Fans Can Expect

"EVERYONE’S A STAR!" is expected to expand the sonic identity of 5SOS by merging electronic textures with the band’s pop-rock roots. “NOT OK” offers the first glimpse into this evolution, and fans are eager to hear how the full record balances experimentation with the classic 5SOS spirit.

With a bold new single, a compelling concept, and a tracklist that hints at vulnerability, self-reflection, and growth, 5 Seconds of Summer’s upcoming album is one of the most anticipated releases of 2025. As the November release date approaches, fans worldwide are counting down to experience this new era in full.