LILA IKÉ & H.E.R. TEAM UP FOR LOVE TRIANGLE ANTHEM “HE LOVES US BOTH”
Lila Iké has dropped a scorching single and music video, “He Loves Us Both,” featuring H.E.R. This sizzling track, produced by Protoje and released via In.Digg.Nation Collective/RCA Records dives into a captivating story of a love triangle.
In the song, Lila Iké and H.E.R., two powerhouse artists, share their experiences of dating the same man. The vintage reggae sound of steady guitar licks is layered with cracking snare drums echoing Jamaican dub.
The music video includes a cameo by Joey Bada$$$ and pays homage to Brandy and Monica’s iconic “The Boy Is Mine” from 1998.
Despite the on-screen drama, Lila and H.E.R. share a real-life friendship and a passion for storytelling through music. The collaboration was a natural fit, as Lila recalls meeting H.E.R. in 2021 and instantly connecting over their shared musical vision.
Lila Iké describes working with H.E.R. as life-changing. She recalls, “I remember working on this song on my guitar and thinking it needs a feature with a really dope female artist”. She praises H.E.R.’s effortless contribution to making “He Loves Us Both” a masterpiece.
H.E.R. echoes this sentiment, “Lila is an incredible artist, and we had fun in the studio! ‘He Loves Us Both’ has so many musical elements.”
This single is the first from Lila Iké’s upcoming debut album, set to be released later this year. Following her EP “The ExPerience,” Lila continues to explore themes of love, perseverance, and relationships. With its vintage reggae sound and heartfelt lyrics, “He Loves Us Both” is sure to resonate with listeners and set the stage for her highly anticipated album.
LILA IKÉ SUMMER 2024 TOUR DATES
30 Jun | L’atomium (Couleur Cafe Festival), Brussels, Belgium
6 Jul | SummerJam Festival, Cologne, Germany
3 Aug | County Line Ranch (Reggae on the River Festival), California, USA
17 Aug | Brower Park (BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!) in Brooklyn, New York, USA
ABOUT LILA IKÉ
Lila Iké, a rising reggae star from Jamaica, blends classic reggae with soul, hip-hop, and dancehall. Her powerful voice and captivating performances have earned her acclaim from BBC, Rolling Stone, and NPR.
Raised in Christiana, she honed her skills at open mic nights before catching the eye of Protoje, who signed her to his label. Her debut EP, “The ExPerience,” was a hit, and she collaborated with stars like Jorja Smith and Protoje.
Known for tackling issues like mental health and celebrating positivity, Lila is set to release her first full album, further captivating audiences worldwide.
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https://x.com/LilaIkeJa
https://www.lilaikemusic.com
ABOUT H.E.R.
Since her debut in 2016, H.E.R. has become one of R&B’s most acclaimed artists. Known for her vulnerable yet assured love ballads and sharp protest songs, she maximizes the power of her honeyed vocals and poetic lyrics.
Her three albums—H.E.R., I Used to Know Her, and Back of My Mind—have all featured platinum singles. H.E.R. has won four Grammys, including Song of the Year for “I Can’t Breathe” and an Academy Award for “Fight for You.”
As a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer, H.E.R. collaborates widely, bringing healing and depth to her music.
MORE FROM H.E.R.
LINK WITH H.E.R.
https://www.facebook.com/officialHERmusic
https://www.instagram.com/hermusicofficial
https://twitter.com/HERMusicx
https://www.her-official.com