Lauren Jauregui Breaks Free: Embarks on Solo Journey After Fifth Harmony Reunion

On August 31, 2025, Lauren Jauregui reunited with her Fifth Harmony bandmates for the first time in seven years. The following day, she landed a last-minute spot on Dancing with the Stars, where she twirled through three episodes before her elimination. Now, Jauregui is finally ready to drop the debut solo album her fans have been waiting for.

Jauregui's new single "Ego," set to release on October 20, 2025, serves as the first track off her upcoming album. The song features Jauregui harmonizing over guitar as she sings about the struggle to connect with a love interest who is too closed off. The lyrics then shift to Jauregui reflecting on her own ego and the need to check it in order to find true love.

Sonically, Jauregui describes "Ego" as an introduction to the album's world, which taps into a pop-punk energy inspired by artists like Avril Lavigne, Fall Out Boy, and Paramore. She sees the album as an evolution from her previous EPs, reflecting her journey in life and music over the past four years.

As an independent artist, Jauregui has had to navigate the challenges of releasing music on her own, including the industry's obsession with virality and the censorship of her activism on social media. To bypass these obstacles, she has launched her own app and partnered with direct-to-fan platforms, allowing her to connect with fans and distribute her art more directly.