Gentleman Lyrics & Tracklist – Towa Bird

Album Information

Album: Gentleman
Artist: Towa Bird
Release Date: May 15, 2026
Label: Interscope Records
Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Synth Rock
Format: Digital, Vinyl LP

About the Album

Gentleman is the second studio album by Hong Kong-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Towa Bird. Arriving after her 2024 debut American Hero, the record presents a more polished and stylically expansive direction while continuing Bird’s exploration of identity, queer romance, vulnerability, and confidence.

The album concept revolves around Bird’s interpretation of the “gentleman” archetype, reframing it through a modern and gender-fluid lens. Across the project, she blends swagger, humor, emotional openness, and sharp lyrical observations into a collection of guitar-driven alternative songs with synth-heavy textures and post-punk influences.

Recorded between Los Angeles and Brooklyn, the album captures a cinematic atmosphere inspired by nightlife, fashion aesthetics, and classic rock iconography. Towa Bird has described the project as a lifestyle-oriented artistic statement rather than a fictional persona, referencing cultural touchstones such as Ziggy Stardust, IGOR, and Silk Sonic.

Musical Style

The sound of Gentleman expands beyond the punk-infused indie rock of Bird’s earlier work. The album incorporates synthesizers, layered guitar riffs, energetic percussion, and polished alternative pop production while maintaining her recognizable raw vocal delivery and guitar-centered songwriting.

Tracks such as “Dirty Habit” introduce dance-oriented rhythms and satirical storytelling, while songs like “Your Girl” and “Afterglow” lean into emotional introspection and melodic alternative rock structures. The album balances stylish confidence with emotional tenderness, combining modern indie production with influences from glam rock, post-punk, and contemporary alternative pop.

Release and Background

The album was announced in early 2026 alongside the release of the title track “Gentleman,” followed by the single “Dirty Habit.” The latter gained attention for its synth-forward production and visually cinematic music video inspired by Martin Scorsese’s 1985 film After Hours.

The project follows an active touring period for Towa Bird, including performances supporting artists such as Billie Eilish and Reneé Rapp. The album reflects Bird’s growing profile within contemporary alternative music and further establishes her as a guitarist and songwriter blending classic rock energy with modern queer storytelling.

Full Tracklist

1. Gentleman
2. Dirty Habit
3. Dog
4. Your Girl
5. Don’t Wanna Hear About It
6. Afterglow
7. Gap In Your Teeth
8. 69 BPM
9. All Gone (feat. Kathleen Hanna)
10. Daisy
11. Victoria

Credits

Main Artist: Towa Bird

Featured Artists:
Kathleen Hanna

Production:
Patrick Wimberly

Songwriting Contributors:
Towa Bird
Reneé Rapp
Patrick Wimberly
Julio Tavarez

Music Video Directors Associated with the Album Era:
Caio Vieira
Charlie Denis

Recording Locations:
Los Angeles
Brooklyn

Label: Interscope Records


Afterglow Lyrics - Towa Bird

Afterglow Lyrics – Towa Bird

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69 BPM Lyrics - Towa Bird

69 BPM Lyrics – Towa Bird

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Daisy Lyrics - Towa Bird

Daisy Lyrics – Towa Bird

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Victoria Lyrics - Towa Bird

Victoria Lyrics – Towa Bird

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Dog Lyrics - Towa Bird

Dog Lyrics – Towa Bird

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