Understanding the fire that ricochets through you is a power, it inspires fearlessness; it works as a backbone for liberation and ferocity. Latte Samuels’ new drop “Energy” is an anthem encapsulating exactly this. A song that demands respect, adoration and eager anticipation.
An anticipation for the wit, stamina and musical intensity of Samuels’s artistry, “Energy” houses her strong Caribbean influence. The singer’s Jamaican background radiates through the sound and lyricism of this latest release. With her song “Energy” finding a sonic balance between a smooth and serene melody and a rhythm of vitality and zest. Her velvet voice intertwines within the track, performing as the perfect dance track for pending summer vibes. Latte takes us on an entrancing journey, a road that seeks to bask in the rays of her vivacious aura. The single arrives alongside an iconic cover shoot, shot and creatively directed by Grace Scuitto where Samuels effortlessly sports Richard Quinn & Isa Boulder. Style is key to the singer-songwriter, who began her career as a model where she garnered recognition from the likes of Vogue, V magazine, Elle & more. Singing from a young age, Samuels is using the exposure she gained through modelling to pursue her dreams of making waves in the music industry.
The much anticipated release of “Energy” marks the emerging singer’s first musical release in almost two years; with the artists voice best described as the offspring of velvet and silk. Her lyrical content is boastful and confident, an illustration of her artistic ownership and potency. Samuels draws inspiration from the greats; including Lauryn Hill, Bob Marley, and Diana Ross, who, along with her Jamaican descent and Miami upbringing, have worked to shape her unique and sultry sound. TMRW magazine describes that “her authentic sound comes from a mix of jazz undertones juxtaposed with strong lyrics that speak to female empowerment and living one’s truth as authentically as possible”. The luminosity of “Energy” is unmissable, and will be an infuser of vitality, momentarily and for the heat of summer yet to come.
Listen to the new single…