Rising R&B star Journey Montana (@journeymontana) is absolutely coming for it in 2025. With her highly-anticipated debut studio album, Lucky Girl Syndrome, she’s officially setting the tone for the year. Produced by the legendary Grammy Award-winning DJ Camper, this album has already made a huge splash in the music world, and it’s not hard to see why. Journey’s got a sound that’s fresh, confident, and downright addictive.
In her own words, Lucky Girl Syndrome is “a labor of self-love and self-empowerment.” But, let’s be real, it’s so much more than that. It’s clear from the first listen that Journey is serving us a raw, unapologetic look at her personal journey. The woman knows her worth, and she’s reminding us all of the power in believing in ourselves. She explains, “During the making of this project, I was inspired by the power of my words. Speaking love and light into myself is so important to me at this time in my life because if you don’t pour into yourself and believe in yourself, why would anyone else?”
And honestly, if that’s not an energy we all need more of, I don’t know what is. Lucky Girl Syndrome is filled with stories of self-empowerment that’ll have you singing along like you’re reclaiming your own narrative. It’s one of those albums where every track feels like a personal anthem, and you find yourself rooting for Journey as she owns every moment.
Moreover, she’s tapping into a sound that feels like a breath of fresh air in R&B. Modern but soulful, intimate but universal. It’s an album that speaks to anyone who’s ever had to trust in their own power.
Journey Montana shares “Always Knew” video
With her confidence and this level of growth, Lucky Girl Syndrome is sure to be the album that elevates Journey Montana to the next level. If this debut is any indication, she’s just getting started.
To complement the album’s release, Journey has dropped the music video for “Always Knew,” featuring the talented Maleigh Zan. Directed by Borleone, the visual is a chic, black-and-white journey showcasing both artists in their element, exuding a carefree and confident vibe.
Lucky Girl Syndrome also includes previously released singles, such as “Journey” and “YOU,” the latter of which has become Journey’s most-streamed song to date. The album features tracks that touch on themes of love, destiny, and self-worth, exploring these emotions with raw authenticity.
After a breakout year in 2024 — which included a Top 10 iTunes debut with her EP Stargirl, a successful tour with Capella Grey, and an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon — Journey Montana is primed to take 2025 by storm. With Lucky Girl Syndrome, she’s ready to take her career to even greater heights. You don’t want to sleep on this one.
Stream Lucky Girl Syndrome today and witness the rise of an R&B star on the cusp of something huge.
Lucky Girl Syndrome Tracklist:
- Wait
- Journey
- Lucky Girl Syndrome
- Hollywood
- Poster Girl
- Vertigo
- YOU
- Apply
- Best One
- Always Knew (feat. Maleigh Zan)
