British rap sensation AJ Tracey is set to ignite the music scene once again with his highly anticipated new single, ‘Crush’, featuring the incomparable Jorja Smith. Dropping February 12th, this track marks a long-awaited reunion between the two UK heavyweights, following the massive success of his Jorja-sampling triple-platinum hit, ‘Ladbroke Grove’ in 2019.
‘Crush’ is a sonic love letter to youthful romance, nostalgia, and the distinctly British sounds that define AJ Tracey and Jorja Smith’s artistry. AJ shares the deep personal significance of the track: “This track ‘Crush’ is really important to me, it’s a re-uniting of me and my good friend who also happens to be my favourite singer, on a British sonic that perfectly represents both of us. This song sounds like the feeling I used to get in secondary school when I fancied a girl, rushing home to call them on my old Nokia, sharing MP3s we think each other would like, and talking all night on MSN. It’s a UK ting!”
Jorja continues: “This tune just takes me back, it feels young but also brand new. Makes me feel how I did when I first started dropping music, makes me think of getting on the bus to school, makes me think of summer in the 2000’s – all types of feelings!”
With AJ’s signature genre-blurring flows and Jorja’s sultry, evocative vocals, ‘Crush’ is a perfect blend of smooth melodies and captivating lyricism. The track’s intimate themes build on AJ’s reflections on love and tenderness: “I’m always around the mandem and it can be so toxic. When I’m with a love interest, I want it to be soft and passionate. I need a space in my life that’s warm.”
This release solidifies AJ Tracey’s reputation for pushing sonic boundaries while staying true to his roots. Fans can expect a track that not only celebrates love but also encapsulates the essence of UK culture in its purest form. With his third studio album eagerly anticipated, rumours are whirring that ‘Crush’ is kicking off another inimitable AJ Tracey campaign.