St. Louis artist Jordan Ward returns with his sophomore album BACKWARD, a fifteen-track release that highlights just how far his sound has evolved. Throughout the project, Ward effortlessly moves between smooth melodies and sharp lyricism, showing off both his vocal flexibility and growing confidence as a storyteller.

BACKWARD marks his first full-length project since 2023’s FORWARD and feels like a deliberate step deeper into his creative world. Executive produced by Lido, the album carries a cohesive, polished feel while still leaving room for experimentation. Features from SAILORR, Smino, and TiaCorine add extra texture to the record, each collaboration fitting naturally into Ward’s sonic vision without overshadowing it.

To accompany the album’s release, Jordan also shared a striking visual for the track “Themselves.” The video mirrors the mood of the project, pulling listeners further into the atmosphere he’s creating and reinforcing the emotional weight behind the music.

With BACKWARD, Jordan Ward continues to position himself at the forefront of a new wave of R&B artists. The album doesn’t just build on his previous work, it pushes his sound forward by embracing growth, reflection, and creative freedom. It’s a confident statement from an artist clearly coming into his own, and a strong signal that this next chapter is only just beginning.