Dua Lipa celebrated the launch of her third studio album, Radical Optimism, by staging a concert in New York City’s iconic Times Square on Sunday. Backed by a team of musicians, the 28-year-old songstress treated her enthusiastic fans to live renditions of tracks from her newly released record. During her performance, Dua Lipa, who recently showcased her talents as both host and musical guest on a new episode of Saturday Night Live, donned a captivating ensemble featuring a revealing, partially sheer dress, complemented by a patterned coat to ward off the spring chill.

Her vibrant crimson hair added an extra element of flair to her stage presence. Radical Optimism, which officially debuted last Friday, marks the Grammy Award-winning artist’s third album release. Following the success of her previous record, Future Nostalgia, in 2020, Dua Lipa began dropping hints about her new music last October, signaling a fresh musical direction. The album launch was preceded by the release of two singles, “Houdini” and “Training Season,” in November and February, respectively.

Receiving a range of reviews from critics, Radical Optimism prompted Dua Lipa to reflect on the album’s title during a recent interview with Billboard. Explaining the inspiration behind the nамe, she shared, “A couple of years ago, a friend introduced me to the term radical optimism. It struck me – the idea of navigating through chaos with grace and feeling equipped to withstand any adversity.”