London-born producer, singer-songwriter, and multidisciplinary creative Jay Prince caught our ears wth his brand of multi-genre music explorations. His latest single “US” is an anthemic and heartfelt tune brimming with rousing Afrobeat drum grooves, contemporary soul textures and enthralling vocal performances. “US” talks about opening up in a world where nothing is given and the power that comes with giving in to love.
The track is taken from his latest full-length project Shine, a body of work that fuses Rap, Jazz, Soul, Hip-Hop, Funk, and more. It features a stellar lineup of collaborators, including Estelle, Oddisee, Sam Wise, Tiny Spys, Pher, anaiis, Elujay, and Yussef Dayes.
Born in East London to both Angolan & Congolese parents, Jay’s musical journey ignited in the heart of the church, where he mastered the piano, bass, and guitar. By 14 or 15, his passion for poetry and upbringing in Newham—where everyone at school was rapping—sparked his deep dive into music. Immersed in the sounds of his surroundings, Jay naturally gravitated toward rap and beat-making and began crafting beats on programs like Fruity Loops, blending his lyrical prowess with production skills. This fusion gave birth to the signature soulful sound that still defines his music today. Jay broke out in 2015 with the mixtape ‘Before Our Time’ and gained further attention with ‘Smile Good,’ featuring the fan-favourite ‘Father Father.
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