Bruno Mars has returned with the lead single and accompanying video for ‘I Just Might‘, the opening glimpse of his forthcoming album The Romantic, due February 27. The release ends a long wait for new solo material, marking his first full-length studio project since the platinum-selling 24K Magic in 2016, an album that cemented his reputation for sharp pop-funk production and airtight live-band energy. Riding momentum from recent collaborations, Mars picked up a 2025 Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance with Lady Gaga on “Die With A Smile”, and he’s currently nominated in the same category including Song of the Year and Record of the Year — for the Rosé team-up “Apt.” at this year’s ceremony.
Co-directed by Mars and Daniel Ramos, the video places Mars front and center with a crew of cloned versions of himself, all locked into the track on a faithfully recreated ’70s soundstage. The setup leans hard into vintage television performance aesthetics; think tight choreography, period-perfect lighting, and a full band feeding off each other in real time. It’s a clear extension of Mars’ long-standing love for retro soul and funk staging, delivered with the precision he’s known for.
The rollout continues next month with the full arrival of The Romantic, followed by the launch of The Romantic Tour in April. The stadium run will hit major markets across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom, extending through October. With fresh Grammy hardware already in hand and more nominations pending, Mars looks positioned to reclaim center stage in mainstream pop and R&B throughout 2026.
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