On June 28, Halsey announced her new album via billboards in Los Angeles and New York City, following a post on her social media.
On July 7, 2021, she announced the release date, cover art and would say the name of the album is If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power in a Twitter post.
The album will be produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, members of the band Nine Inch Nails perhaps best known for scoring The Social Network, Gone Girl, and Watchmen. The Target exclusive version of If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power includes a bonus track, who’s title is currently unknown.