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Lemonade (Louis Tomlinson song)

"Lemonade" is a song by English singer–songwriter Louis Tomlinson from his album How Did I Get Here? It was released on 30 September 2025 as the album's lead single.

Background and production

The song was written by Theo Hutchcraft, David Sneddon, Nico Rebscher, and Tomlinson. In discussing the single, Tomlinson said he wanted the track to open the new era with an energetic and ambitious sound. He described it as a lively blend of funk-inspired guitar, bright keyboard lines and natural percussion, which he felt made it an ideal introduction to the project. It is his first musical project since Live (2024).

Release

Tomlinson announced the release of the song on 23 September with a 15-second teaser. The lead single of Tomlinson's third studio album How Did I Get Here?, it debuted on BBC Radio 1 on 30 September 2025.

Music video

The music video for the song was released on 13 October. It follows Tomlinson being bothered in a photoshoot while outside of a car, and then falling asleep. He falls into a fever dream and is surrounded by people wearing yellow bodysuits. The people and Tomlinson watch a sock puppet open a lemonade stand, and dance around a lemon farm. Tomlinson then dives inside a swimming pool while fully clothed, ending the trance.

Reception

Robin Murray for Clash rated the single 8/10, describing "Lemonade" as a bold and energetic pop single built on "big riffs" and choruses suited for arenas.

Charts

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