
After ten years away from solo albums, The Romantic is one of the most anticipated releases of 2026. Bruno Mars' first solo project since 24K Magic (2016) marks a moment of reinvention, rooted in nostalgic love, lush '70s instrumentation, and the richest Latin-influenced songs of his career. Mars' evolution has always been subtle, going from pop chart domination to funk and soul explorations, but on The Romantic he foregrounds Latin sounds with charm and confidence and a soulful statement of Latino pride.