Poll Results Highlight New Music Releases

This week, Cynthia Erivo’s powerful ballad “Worst of Me” emerged as the clear favorite in a new music poll conducted by Billboard. Music fans cast their votes, ultimately awarding Erivo’s track a remarkable 73% of the total votes, placing her ahead of other recent releases.

Competition from Established Artists

Erivo triumphed over several high-profile artists, including:

• Lana Del Rey with “Henry, Come On”
• Jessie Murph’s “Blue Strips”
• Bon Iver’s album SABLE fABLE
• Rauw Alejandro with “Carita Linda”

Del Rey’s track secured the second position, receiving 12% of the votes, and marks the first single from her anticipated country album, The Right Person Will Stay.

About ‘Worst of Me’ and Upcoming Projects

“Worst of Me” serves as the second single from Erivo’s upcoming album, I Forgive You, which is set to be released on June 6 through Verve Records and Republic Records. This project is notable as it showcases Erivo’s growth as a songwriter, with her contributing to every track on the album.

In this new release, Erivo showcases her vocal prowess as she reflects on the conclusion of a toxic relationship. With lush orchestral arrangements and layered harmonies, she delivers the poignant message: “I came here for love, oh, no I don’t want it anymore. I gave you my home, but you took the worst of me.”

A Banner Year for Cynthia Erivo

The year continues to be significant for Erivo. Following the success of her role in Wicked, she earned a nomination for Best Actress at the 2025 Oscars, where she also delivered an unforgettable performance of “Defying Gravity” alongside Ariana Grande. Her busy schedule includes hosting the 2025 Tony Awards and performing in the Hollywood Bowl’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar.

Erivo is also set to headline the post-parade stage at WorldPride in Washington, D.C. This line-up of events culminates with the release of Wicked: For Good, the franchise’s final installment, scheduled to premiere on November 21.

Explore More Music

For those interested in discovering more about the latest music releases and the full results of this week’s poll, visit Billboard’s Friday Music Guide.