On her new album, the GRAMMY winner flexes another side of her artistry with ’80s-inspired production. Look back on nine songs that have put Doja Cat’s genre-blending sound on full display, including “Say So,” “Jealous Type” and more.

Out now, Doja Cat’s fifth studio album — whose title translates to “Life” in French — is a retro-futurist reflection on love, identity and the experience of living and reliving. And as lead single “Jealous Type” indicated, the LP leans into Doja Cat’s pop sensibilities with ’80s-inspired sounds.

On Vie, Doja keeps things light and fun with tracks like the funk-pop “Gorgeous,” the groovy “Couples Therapy,” and the lively “Take Me Dancing” featuring her “Kiss Me More” collaborator, SZA. She channels nostalgia on this album, not just of the ’80s, but of her past musical styles that made her loved by many. In the disco-anthem “AAAH Men,” we’re reminded of her magnetically punchy bars, while “Acts of Service” and “Make It Up” take us back to her R&B ways.

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Doja excels at keeping things fresh, all while staying true to herself and her artistry. And as she recently told V Magazine, Vie helped her realize just how wide-ranging her creativity is.

“Sometimes I’m surprised by what I can do now,” she admitted. “I have a lot more knowledge of how to use my voice as an instrument, more than I ever have in my life.”

In honor of the release of Vie, revisit nine of Doja Cat’s singles that display her many musical sides.

“Candy” (Amala, 2018)

After releasing her EP Purrr! in 2014, Doja Cat took a creative break and returned to the music scene teasing her debut album with two provocative releases, “Go To Town” and “Candy.”

While “Mooo!” and its meme-friendly video made Doja Cat a viral star, the second single from her debut album, “Candy,” established her affinity for clever lyricism and a genre-blurring sound. “Candy” was also her first song to chart, hinting that she was on her way to big things.

“Tia Tamera” (Amala (Deluxe), 2019)

Almost exactly a year after releasing Amala, Doja issued a deluxe edition with three new tracks, including “Mooo!” But it was “Tia Tamera” that really showed the pop-rap stylings and witty songwriting that would make her a star.

She teamed up with fellow rapper Rico Nasty for the boastful track, trading bars that likened their breasts to twin actresses Tia and Tamera Mowry — one of many creative (and sexually charged) metaphors in the track. Along with leaning into Doja’s humorous, irreverent writing style, “Tia Tamera” also helped prove her prowess as a collaborator.

“Say So” (Hot Pink, 2019)

By the time Doja began the rollout for her second studio album, Hot Pink, with a Tyga remix of her fan-favorite track “Juicy,” she was certainly one to watch. And with the release of “Say So,” she would soon turn her rising star status into superstardom.

Records were broken, trendy TikTok dances were recreated (which Doja later spotlighted in the disco-inspired visuals) and the rest was history, literally. While the retro-pop track initially debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, a surprise remix featuring Nicki Minaj pushed it to No.1 — a first for both artists.

The punchy, swirling pop track put Doja’s artistry on full display. From the airy vocals and steady flow to the legendary co-sign from a rapper she’s long admired, “Say So” marked a career-defining moment for Doja that set the stage for what was to come.

“Streets” (Hot Pink, 2019)

After scoring a massive pop hit with “Say So” and further flexing her rap skills on follow-up single “Like That,” Doja closed out the Hot Pink era by showing a completely different side of her artistry with final single “Streets.”

The steamy three-minute ballad features slow trap beats and a mix of breathy vocals and sultry bars. Perhaps most notably, “Streets” saw Doja express her feelings for an on-and-off lover more seriously than she typically had (“You the type I wanna marry and keep you merry/ I’ll put the ring on when you ready,” she raps). “Streets” remains one of the most versatile and raw tracks in her catalog, vocally and lyrically.

“Kiss Me More” (Planet Her, 2021)

As “Streets” was still making waves, Doja kicked off the Planet Her era by returning to her pop stylings alongside SZA with “Kiss Me More.” The disco-infused track brilliantly interpolates Olivia Newton-John’s “Physical,” yet another display of Doja’s ever-evolving sound.

Combining fun lyrics, fiery bars and a catchy melody, “Kiss Me More” is a combination of everything Doja has become known and loved for. Perhaps that’s why she was visibly emotional when she accepted her first GRAMMY for the track, which was named Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 2022 GRAMMYs — along with recognizing that it was a hit song, the win acknowledged years of hard work and pushing creative boundaries.

“Woman” (Planet Her, 2021)

While the first few singles from Planet Her tapped into her pop sensibilities and rap skills, the fourth single “Woman” proved that she can do Afrobeats just as well. The high-energy track features a pulsing, punchy beat that provides a striking soundtrack to its empowering lyrics.

Bouncing between deep, sultry vocals and fast-paced bars, Doja suggested that there’s truly no sound she can’t master with “Woman.” It’s no wonder that the female empowerment anthem earned three nominations at the 2023 GRAMMYs, including her third Record Of The Year nod in a row.

“Paint The Town Red” (Scarlet, 2023)

To usher in her Scarlet era, Doja Cat told off naysayers in haunting fashion with “Paint The Town Red.” Over a funk-infused trap beat, she loosely addresses comments she’s made in response to those who don’t approve of her pop-leaning rap music — firing back with impactful bars like, “You can’t talk no s— without penalties/ B—, I’m in yo’ s— if you send for me/ I’m going to glow up one more time.”

The song further displays that Doja isn’t afraid to address certain topics with her music, and she’s going to continue to stay true to herself even if it causes backlash. This is a recurring theme throughout Scarlet, reflected in other tracks like “Attention” and “Shutcho.”

“Agora Hills” (Scarlet, 2023)

Once again showcasing her versatility, Doja followed Scarlet‘s fiery, rap-heavy lead single with a slow jam. On the seductive and frisky “Agora Hills,” she delivers racy lyrics and playful ad-libs over a blend of R&B melodies and trap beats.

Along with continuing to stretch her musical range, Doja unabashedly leans into her campy side with “Agora Hills.” Whether she’s rapping in a Valley-girl accent or flirting with bawdy humor, she declares that she’s assured in who she is — as a lover and an artist.

“Jealous Type” (Vie, 2025)

After tapping into everything from rap and R&B to experimental jazz and rock with her previous albums, Doja hinted at a new musical chapter with the lead single for Vie. “Jealous Type” sees the GRAMMY winner singing and rapping over upbeat ’80s production, setting the tone for the set’s throwback vibes.

With breathy falsettos and dynamic snares, “Jealous Type” is reminiscent of the infectious pop hits that made Doja a star. But as she’s always done, she stretches her creative limits yet again, reminding the world that she will never stop evolving.