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Right after midnight on May 9, Blake Shelton took to social media to celebrate the release of his highly-anticipated new 13th studio album, For Recreational Use Only.

Shelton shared a photo of the album cover and tracklist on Instagram, excitedly writing, “IT’S HERE PEOPLE!!!! My brand new album ‘For Recreational Use Only’ is out now!!!! It’s been years in the making and I’m so excited it’s finally yours.. Hope y’all love it!!!! Link in bio to listen!!!”

Fans were just as hyped up about the release, with many noting in the comments that they were already listening to Shelton’s new songs and sharing their thoughts.

“Album of the year!!! It’s absolutely amazing 🔥🔥,” one fan boldly declared, as more wrote, “It’s freaking amazing! Congrats 🔥,” and “your whole new album is so amazing @blakeshelton !! Thank you for giving us this fantastic album Blake!! 🔥👏🧡.”

“Heaven Sweet Home & Years??? Sobbing. SO SO GOOD 😭,” said another fan. One person even called it a “masterpiece.”

Others were simply excited about the news, with comments like, “WHAT A GREAT TIME TO BE ALIVEEEEE🥹🥹🥹,” and “SCREAMING CRYING THROWING UP.”

For Recreational Use Only has 12 tracks total, with songs featuring Gwen Stefani, Craig Morgan and John Anderson. Shelton released the singles “Texas,” “Let Him In Anyway,” and “Stay Country Or Die Tryin'” ahead of the album’s release. The singer’s last studio album was 2021’s Body Language.