Malcolm Todd Unravels Masculinity With "I Saw Your Face"
Rising alternative pop star Malcolm Todd returns with his emotionally vulnerable new single and music video, "I Saw Your Face," playfully unraveling the complexities of heartbreak and modern masculinity.
Words Rebelyn Beyong
Photos courtesy of Sony Music Philippines
May 13, 2026
After a spectacular year defined by chart breakthroughs and global tours, alternative pop's rising force Malcolm Todd is keeping the momentum alive this 2026.
On April 24, the 22-year-old sensation officially dropped his latest single "I Saw Your Face," successfully ushering in what promises to be an exciting new musical era.
Following the massive success of his previous release "Breathe," which became his highest debut ever by reaching the top 50 on Spotify on its very first day, Todd continues to prove his staying power as a compelling young artist whose work heavily resonates with today's generation.
A poignant meditation on heartbreak
Since its release, "I Saw Your Face" has served as a deeply honest meditation on the complex grief of ending a relationship that you already know is not right. The track beautifully encapsulates a difficult, often unspoken truth for many navigating heartbreak: just because leaving was your choice doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt.
Accompanying the emotional track is a striking music video directed by Aidan Cullen and co-directed by Todd himself. The visual piece cleverly comments on the unraveling of traditional masculinity. It depicts a humorous yet sincere battle of "Man vs. cutting an onion, Malcolm vs. his sensitivity".
While the joke easily lands, the underlying emotional vulnerability feels very real to men everywhere, ultimately culminating in an unforgettable, surreal standoff in the video between the singer and a giant onion.
Phenomenal chart-topping trajectory
Todd's meteoric rise across the globe is undeniable. His self-titled debut album has eclipsed 600 million global streams, heavily propelled by the RIAA-certified Platinum single "Chest Pain (I Love)". This standout track earned Todd his first Billboard Hot 100 entry, amassed over 350 million worldwide streams, and was even prominently sampled by Don Toliver on the hit "E85," which topped the Hot Rap Songs chart and reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Furthermore, his 2024 mixtape Sweet Boy has experienced a massive organic fan rediscovery two years later. RIAA-certified gold tracks like "Earrings," "Sweet Boy," and "Roommates" have simultaneously surged back into Spotify's Top 100.
"Earrings" climbed to #40 on the Billboard Hot 100, hit #6 on the Spotify US Charts, and successfully broke into Southeast Asian markets, reaching the Top 200 in the Philippines and Malaysia, and the Top 20 in Singapore.
Commanding global stages in 2026
Todd's infectious studio momentum effortlessly translates to his live performances. After selling over 100,000 tickets on his sold-out 2025 Wholesome Rockstar Tour, he quickly established himself as an engaging frontman with an easy charm, delivering standout sets at Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Pitchfork Paris, and Camp Flog Gnaw.
He also brought his dynamic energy to late-night television, making his debut performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Keeping his live presence strong in 2026, he is already slated to perform at major tastemaking festivals like Outside Lands and Osheaga later this year.
With a giant onion to conquer and massive festival crowds to serenade, Malcolm Todd is actively proving that emotional vulnerability is the ultimate superpower. If you haven't caught it yet, listen to the recently released "I Saw Your Face" on all digital streaming platforms and stay tuned for more from this captivating pop star coming very soon.
