05 April,2024 08:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Jay Sean
Jay Sean is back! The man who ruled our world in the 2000s with tracks like 'Down' and 'Ride It' has returned with a song called 'Heartless' - a heartfelt R&B track featuring peppy English and Punjabi verses. What makes the song even more exciting is that it marks the debut single from Jay Sean's highly anticipated forthcoming album, featuring the talented Toronto-based Punjabi hitmaker, Ikky.
Jay Sean's 'Heartless' marks his triumphant return
As pioneers in their respective genres, Jay Sean and Ikky have joined forces to deliver a genre-bending track that seamlessly blends English and Punjabi elements, captivating listeners across cultural boundaries. "Heartless" explores the theme of emotional detachment in today's society, resonating with audiences worldwide. With its melodious composition, relatable lyrics, and lively music, "Heartless" is sure to hook listeners globally.
"Sometimes the magic is just there from the beginning," shares Jay Sean. "Ikky and I built Heartless from scratch, live in the room, I was freestyling melodies with Sam Martin while Ikky was building the track. The vibe was instant. I love the seamless combination of Punjabi and R&B, which is a nod to a nostalgic sound that I'm known for. Ikky's been on fire and his sound is fresh and "now". It's the perfect song to kick off my upcoming album! (sic.)"
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Ikky, the prodigious talent behind the production and collaboration on "Heartless," also expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Heartless was created in both Toronto and LA and features some of my favourite songwriters in the Punjabi industry today! Getting to work with Jay was amazing, we hit it off instantly and was crazy how quickly we were able to build the track. I'm so happy to be a part of this project, I can't wait for it to be out in the world! (sic.)"
About the song
Co-produced by Sean Cook, known for his work on the global hit âLil Boo Thang,' "Heartless" sets the stage for Jay Sean's forthcoming album, which promises collaborations with other popular artists such as Ali Sethi and Jonita Gandhi. As the world awaits the release of Jay Sean's upcoming album, "Heartless" stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and artistic expression.