Labrinth Explains Absence of His Music in ‘Euphoria’ Season 3
Labrinth has recently addressed the absence of his music from the highly anticipated third season of HBO’s acclaimed series, Euphoria. This statement comes just a day ahead of the season’s premiere, raising questions about his exit from the project.
Labrinth’s Statement on Euphoria
In an Instagram Story, Labrinth reacted to comments made by series creator Sam Levinson in a recent Rolling Stone interview. Levinson had praised Labrinth as an “incredible collaborator,” while expressing uncertainty about why he departed after the first two seasons.
Labrinth responded, stating, “People will comfortably lie in this industry and still call themselves honest people.” He conveyed that he chose to withdraw his music from the show for personal reasons, asserting, “I left because, last truth, when I work for someone, their vision is paramount to me, but I don’t let people treat me like shit.”
Frustration with the Industry
Earlier, Labrinth had shared his discontent with his record label, Columbia Records, in a now-deleted Instagram post. He expressed, “I’m done with this industry. Fuck Columbia [Records]. Double fuck Euphoria. I’m out. Thank you and good night x.” This outburst highlights a deeper dissatisfaction with the music industry as a whole.
His Contributions to Euphoria
Despite his absence from the third season, Labrinth’s influence on Euphoria remains significant. He was responsible for much of the show’s initial score and soundtrack, featuring tracks like:
- “All for Us” (featuring Zendaya)
- “Formula”
- “Mount Everest”
- “Never Felt So Alone” (featuring Billie Eilish and nominated for a Grammy)
His work on “All for Us” won him an Emmy Award in 2020, further solidifying his impact on the series’ musical landscape.
Future Productions and Appearances
This season will mark a new scoring era, as Hans Zimmer has taken over the musical direction for season three. The season debuts on Sunday, and viewers anticipate that it will also be showcased to attendees at Coachella, where Labrinth is slated to perform at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
Euphoria’s Cast
The much-anticipated new season features a talented ensemble, including:
- Sydney Sweeney
- Jacob Elordi
- Alexa Demie
- Hunter Schafer
- Maude Apatow
- Natasha Lyonne
- Rosalía
- Sharon Stone
- Danielle Deadwyler
- Eli Roth
- Marshawn Lynch
- Trisha Paytas
As Euphoria returns, fans are eager to see how the series evolves without Labrinth’s musical contributions, reflecting on his vital role in its earlier successes.
