Overview
- Lizzo released her fifth studio album, Bitch, on June 5, 2026, naming the record to reclaim the word as an act of confidence and self‑love.
- The 12‑track set blends pop, hip‑hop and regional nods and includes a high‑profile go‑go collaboration with Washington, D.C.’s UCB on the song “Sexy Ladies.”
- Shortly after the release Lizzo reposted a February Nicki Minaj tweet and overlaid an alternate/remixed version of the title track that includes lyrics addressing industry conflict and the ongoing lawsuit.
- The civil suit by three former backup dancers, filed in 2023, remains active with some claims dismissed while others proceed and Lizzo continues to deny the allegations and says she will fight the case.
- Early critical reaction is mixed, fans on social platforms are polarized, and Lizzo has amplified the rollout by criticizing recommendation algorithms and repurposing public criticism as promotion.