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September 12th, 2025 - Philippines — Fresh off his headline tour across Asia, breakout pop artist and multi-platinum producer elijah woods returns with an infectious new single, "Slicked Back Hair", a chantable, buzz-worthy anthem that offers another exciting glimpse into his highly anticipated debut album, 'Can We Talk?', out October 14th. Fans can stream the new single HERE, watch the official video HERE, and pre-save the album HERE.
Equal parts playful and heartfelt, "Slicked Back Hair" is a feel-good anthem about growth, vulnerability, and lasting connection. After gaining momentum online through early teasers, the track became an instant fan-favourite during his summer tour—with crowds already singing every word before its official release.
""Slicked Back Hair" is about meeting someone who changes everything, the kind of person who turns you from a caterpillar into a butterfly."
— elijah woods
elijah woods – "Slicked Back Hair" (Official Music Video)
The forthcoming record, 'Can We Talk?', marks a major milestone for elijah. After releasing five EPs and a string of viral singles over the past five years, he has carved out a remarkable path as a fully independent artist — amassing over 1 billion global streams, building a loyal fanbase of more than 5 million followers, and touring the world entirely on his own terms. This debut album encapsulates the intimacy, vulnerability, and emotional depth that define his songwriting, while leaning confidently into the clever, infectious pop sound that has fuelled his rise.
elijah woods just wrapped his second headline tour across Asia, igniting 12 cities on the 'Give Me The Sunlight!' tour—including sold-out shows in Taipei and Hong Kong, a marquee set at The Sounds Project in Jakarta, and standout performances at Japan's iconic Summer Sonic Festival in Osaka and Tokyo. With major stops in Manila, Singapore, Bangkok, and more, the tour firmly established elijah as one of the most electrifying and fast-rising pop voices in the region.
In 2024, his rising prominence in Asia reached new heights—selling out his first Asia tour in May, opening for Niall Horan in Jakarta, and taking the stage at the Seoul Jazz Festival alongside Lauv, Jeremy Zucker, and JP Saxe. Today, Asia dominates his global streaming audience, with top markets including: #2 Indonesia, #3 Philippines, #5 Taiwan, #6 India, #8 Malaysia, #9 Thailand, and #11 Singapore.
Beyond the stage, elijah's charisma and personal style are making waves in fashion. He recently graced the cover of Esquire Singapore and was featured in The Greatest Magazine, VMAN SEA, and NYLON Manila—with more coverage on the way.
With his highly anticipated debut album on the way, 2025 is shaping up to be elijah woods' biggest year yet as he steps into a breakout year on the global stage.
Stream "Slicked Back Hair" here
Watch the official music video here
Watch the lyric video here
Pre-save 'Can We Talk?' here
About elijah woods
elijah woods has carved out a unique space in the pop landscape as a multi-faceted artist, singer-songwriter, and producer. Renowned for his irresistibly catchy melodies, vivid storytelling, and signature production, he has established himself as one of pop music's most compelling solo acts, as well as a highly sought-after collaborator. elijah creates music that radiates raw emotion, pulling listeners into a captivating whirlwind of heartache, hope, and everything in between.
With over 1 billion streams to his name, multiple platinum and gold records and four JUNO Award nominations, elijah's ascent as an independent artist has been nothing short of remarkable. Over the past three years, elijah has released five EPs, including 'Elijah Would!', 'Hey There Elijah', and 'silver lining'—all in 2024—amassing over 1 billion streams across his discography. Recently named one of the top 500 artists in the world, elijah's work ethic and artistic vision continue to set him apart as one of pop's most exciting stars. Most recently, he was featured on the cover of Esquire Singapore, a testament to his rapidly growing global reach.
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