From Billboard · Gil Kaufman · · 1m 20s
AJ McLean goes solo with explicit new single
The Backstreet Boys member releases a lusty, hip-hop-inspired track ahead of his second solo album.
In brief
The Backstreet Boys member releases a lusty, hip-hop-inspired track ahead of his second solo album. AJ McLean is releasing his second solo album in November, featuring a more adult, hip-hop sound distinct from his Backstreet Boys work. Originally reported by Billboard.
AJ McLean's explicit new single
The Backstreet Boys member dropped "Into Your Heart" on Wednesday, a hip-hop-inspired track with seriously adult lyrics.
Lusty lyrics, no holding back
McLean sings over a slinky beat about shooting his shot. The chorus promises to "f, k my way into your heart."
“Heart racing like a spotlight/ Sparking like you know I/ If I get one chance tonight/ I'm f, king my way into your life.”
Second solo album coming November
McLean is releasing Sex, Love & Music on Nov. 27, following his debut solo LP My Name is Alexander James from January.
Video pays homage to The Warriors
The dance-heavy video features crews called The Baseball Lockers and The Hip-Hop Riffs facing off in a choreography battle at night.
“There's an energy to 'Into Your Heart' that I love. The visual is a total vibe, dance has always been such a huge part of who I am as a performer.”
First solo tour launches in October
The Better Man tour kicks off Oct. 19 at Brooklyn Bowl in New York and runs through Jan. 15 in Medford, Oregon.
“One of the best parts of this chapter is having the freedom to follow the music wherever it takes me. Right now, this is where I'm at.”
Three decades with Backstreet Boys
McLean broke out solo in November 2025 after more than 30 years with BSB, which includes Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Kevin Richardson and Brian Littrell.
The big picture
AJ McLean is releasing his second solo album in November, featuring a more adult, hip-hop sound distinct from his Backstreet Boys work.
