# Jhené Aiko Westside Whimsy album release

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jhen-aiko-westside-whimsy-album-release
> Updated: 2026-09-11T11:48:15.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

R&B singer Jhené Aiko announced the upcoming release of her fourth studio album, ‘Westside Whimsy’, on September 8, 2026. The project, her first in over six years, was noted for its inspiration from West Coast culture.

On September 11, 2026, the 20-track album was officially released. Aiko described the work as a ‘lifestyle’ and a ‘love letter’ to Los Angeles. The album includes collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, Larry June, Ab-Soul, and Tyga. Following the release, Aiko used social media to clarify that certain tracks addressing relationship themes, specifically ‘He Belongs’, were not about her former partner, Big Sean.

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### 2026-09-11: Jhené Aiko releases new album ‘Westside Whimsy’

Jhené Aiko has released ‘Westside Whimsy’, her first album in six years, featuring Kendrick Lamar and themed as a tribute to Los Angeles.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhen-aiko-releases-new-album-westside-whimsy

### 2026-09-08: Jhené Aiko announces new album ‘Westside Whimsy’

R&B artist Jhené Aiko has announced her new studio album, ‘Westside Whimsy’, set for release on September 11.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhen-aiko-announces-new-album-westside-whimsy

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