Pharrell Williams announced early Wednesday morning that his new solo album, titled G I R L, will release March 3 on Columbia.

The surprise release will follow his performance at the BRIT Awards on Wednesday night and on March 2 at the Oscars, both of which will see him performing his smash single "Happy."

"When Columbia Records presented me with the opportunity to make an album, three things came to mind,” said Pharrell. “One was the sense of overwhelming honor that I felt when I realized that they were interested in partnering with me on the album that I had always dreamt of making. Two, it would have to feel festive and urgent. And three, I instantly knew it would be called G I R L. I hope you like it."

A tracklist is still forthcoming, but you can pre-order the album now.

Watch the album trailer below.

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