Labrinth Says ‘F— “Euphoria”‘ and ‘I’m Done With This Industry’
Labrinth, the composer of the hit HBO series “Euphoria,” has made a shocking announcement on Instagram, revealing his decision to distance himself from the show and the music industry as a whole. The Emmy- and Grammy-nominated musician expressed his frustrations in a cryptic post, stating, “I’m done with this industry. Fuck Columbia. Double fuck ‘Euphoria.’ I’m out. Thank you and good night x.”
Labrinth, who is currently signed to Columbia Records, has been responsible for creating the score for “Euphoria” since its debut in 2019. However, with the upcoming third season, it was revealed that renowned composer Hans Zimmer would also be joining the team. In response to the news, Labrinth had previously expressed excitement, calling it “another chapter in the ‘Euphoria’ universe” and expressing his admiration for Zimmer.
Despite the lack of clarification on Labrinth’s statement from his representatives, HBO, or Columbia Records, fans have shown their unwavering support for the composer. Comments on his post have poured in, with one fan declaring, “You totally made ‘Euphoria.’ Whatever it is just know I’m on your side,” while musician Skylar Grey added, “Please don’t stop making music the world needs you.”
Labrinth’s contributions to the “Euphoria” score and soundtrack have garnered widespread acclaim, with songs like “All for Us,” “Formula,” “Mount Everest,” and “Never Felt So Alone” (featuring vocals from Billie Eilish) accumulating millions of streams. The latter track even received a Grammy nomination, solidifying Labrinth’s reputation as a talented and innovative musician.
As Labrinth steps away from “Euphoria” and the music industry, fans are left wondering about the future of the show’s sound and the impact of his departure. With Season 3 set to premiere on April 12, the absence of Labrinth’s unique musical style will undoubtedly be felt. Whether he will return to the industry in the future remains uncertain, but his legacy as a groundbreaking composer for one of television’s most talked-about series will endure.
