Get Ready for Whatever’s Clever! (And Yes, It’s a Bop)

My music-obsessed crew, stop scrolling! We have major news from one of the most talented guys in the game.

Charlie Puth is officially ushering in his next chapter! He just announced his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Whatever’s Clever!, and you’ll want to mark your calendars: it drops on March 6, 2026, via Atlantic Records.

But you know Charlie doesn’t just drop a title and peace out. He gave us the first taste of the album, and trust me, it’s a full-course meal. The new single, “Changes,” is that timeless, feel-good anthem we all desperately needed. It’s got those infectious hooks, a chorus you’ll be belting out in your car by the third listen, and his signature piano solos that can lift the heaviest of moods and get your feet moving.

The New Charlie: Bold, Brave, and Diamond-Certified

If Rolling Stone Magazine is already calling “Changes” a “potential hit single” that lands somewhere between “Eighties Steve Winwood and Jackson’s ‘Human Nature’,” you know it’s legit. This single isn’t just a teaser; it’s a declaration that a career-defining chapter is here.

Teaming up with co-producer BloodPop, Charlie is shining in an entirely new light. He’s promising a body of work that is his bravest, boldest, and most honest yet. As a multi-award-winning, Diamond-certified artist, he’s already set a high bar, but Whatever’s Clever! feels like him finally stepping fully into his own skin.

The Music Video & That Cute Cameo!

Of course, a single this good needs an equally fun video! The official music video for “Changes,” directed by Charlotte Rutherford, is a playful trip down memory lane, throwing in nostalgic nods to a pre-digital era.

What I love most is how Charlie reflects on the “Changes” he’s experienced, both personally and professionally. And yes, you eagle-eyed fans will spot a sweet cameo from his real-life wife, Brooke Sansone! Talk about making things personal!

What are you hoping to hear on Whatever’s Clever!? And which song title do you think is the cleverest? Let me know in the comments! 👇