The narrative isn’t quite finished for R&B’s premier baritone. On Friday, May 15, 2026, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Giveon officially unveiled Beloved: Act II, the highly anticipated deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed sophomore studio album. Released via Epic Records and Not So Fast, the expanded project builds beautifully on the foundational storytelling that captured music lovers last year, offering listeners a deeper, more vulnerable look into the highs and lows of modern romance.
The Giveon Beloved Act II deluxe album 2026 rollout follows months of intense global momentum for the artist, coming fresh off the heels of his wildly successful Dear Beloved, The Tour, which saw him sell out iconic arenas globally including New York’s Madison Square Garden and London’s O2 Arena.
While the original 2025 standard edition of Beloved safely secured a Best R&B Album nomination at the 68th Grammy Awards, Act II acts as the definitive, orchestral evolution of the body of work. The deluxe expansion injects five brand-new, previously unheard tracks directly into the front of the album, extending the total tracklist to a rich 19-song experience.
To help bring these new chapters to life, Giveon brought along an elite class of contemporary vocal powerhouses.
The deluxe half kicks off with “Jezebel,” an instant, funk-laden summer standout that draws direct sonic inspiration from classic 70s soul sides like The Gap Band’s “Outstanding.” The groove sets a vibrant, two-step-ready tone before sliding effortlessly into a series of deeply emotional, star-studded linkups:
• “Save Some For Me” (feat. Kehlani): A smooth, pleading mid-tempo track where the two vocalists flawlessly harmonize about wanting a realistic chance at true devotion.
• “Fool Me Once” (feat. Leon Thomas): A sharp, rhythmic collaboration navigating the painful realization of recurring relationship patterns.
• “Replica” (feat. Sasha Keable): A stunning showcase of vocal contrast that highlights Giveon’s deep, sultry register against Keable’s airy delivery.
• “Keeper” (feat. Teddy Swims): A slow-burning, powerhouse R&B ballad pairing Giveon’s velvety belts with Swims’ gritty, soulful vocal textures.
Taking to Instagram to celebrate the drop, Giveon shared a cryptic video teaser with the simple message: “if you thought the story was over… listen again.”
The new tracks perfectly complement the existing hits that anchor the core of the album, such as the RIAA Gold-certified single “Twenties” and the fan-favorite track “Rather Be.” According to the artist, the entire Beloved era represents a massive period of artistic and personal maturity that took over 1,000 days of painstaking studio sessions to properly articulate.
“Beloved is a complete encapsulation of the very transformative growth I experienced over the past three years,” Giveon shared in a statement regarding the project’s evolution. “My trials and tribulations, the good and the bad, all helped form this album. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed creating it.”
With the official arrival of Act II, Giveon firmly solidifies his standing as a modern architect of premium soul, leaving fans with a timeless soundtrack to carry them through the summer.
