Rising Pop Star Sombr Wants a Wife in 2026

The 20-year-old singer opens up about his personal life and new music in a NYLON Guys cover story.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Sombr, the 20-year-old singer behind the hit song 'back to friends,' has revealed that his top priority for 2026 is to find a wife. In a new cover story for NYLON Guys, Sombr also discussed his plans to collaborate with artists he admires, work on a new album influenced by classic pop sounds, and come to terms with his rising fame and lack of privacy.

Why it matters

Sombr's openness about his personal life and marriage aspirations at such a young age provides a rare glimpse into the mindset of a rapidly ascending pop star. His comments also touch on the challenges of fame and the need to balance artistic ambition with personal fulfillment.

The details

In the NYLON Guys interview, Sombr listed his top three goals for 2026: 1) finding a wife, 2) collaborating with peers he admires, and 3) appearing on the cover of NYLON. The singer, who is still 'very single,' also discussed an ongoing issue with his ex-girlfriend's boyfriend, the subject of his song 'Homewrecker.' Sombr revealed that the man 'isn't too happy' about the track and joked, 'Hopefully, he doesn't come f****** kill me.' Looking ahead, Sombr said he's working on new music inspired by The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and 'nostalgic 2010s pop,' though he acknowledged that 'if the album flops, f***. As long as I am happy with what I made.'

  • Sombr's NYLON Guys cover story was published on April 2, 2026.

The players

Sombr

A 20-year-old singer who recently received a Grammy nomination and is set to perform at Coachella. He is known for his hit song 'back to friends' and is working on a new album influenced by classic pop sounds.

Taylor Swift

A celebrity fan of Sombr's music.

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What they’re saying

“Number one, a wife.”

— Sombr, Singer

“Number two, being able to collaborate with peers that I look up to. And number three, be on the cover of NYLON.”

— Sombr, Singer

“I'm still very single. And I still deal with some issues that have to do with love.”

— Sombr, Singer

“Hopefully, he doesn't come f****** kill me.”

— Sombr, Singer

“I'm staying true to my style, but I'm definitely exploring. And if the album flops, f***. As long as I am happy with what I made.”

— Sombr, Singer

What’s next

Sombr is expected to release his new album influenced by classic pop sounds later this year, which will be closely watched by fans and industry observers to see if it can build on his previous success.

The takeaway

Sombr's candid comments about his personal life and artistic ambitions provide a unique window into the mindset of a young, rising pop star navigating the challenges of fame and balancing professional goals with the desire for personal fulfillment.