Willow Smith gave a performance on NPR’s Tiny Desk where she debuted her newest track, “Run!” The track is set to appear on her upcoming sixth studio album, Empathogen, and it kicks off with soft vocals that build into an energetic funk tune. The song is led by groovy bass lines and supporting percussion, guitars, and keys, and it ends with a slower, almost meditative sound. The performance also included two other songs from the forthcoming album, “Symptom Of Life” and “Big Feelings,” along with “Split” and “Wait a Minute.”
Empathogen is set to release on May 3, with pre-orders and pre-saves currently available. The album previews two lead singles, “Symptom Of Life” and “Big Feelings,” and it will feature collaborations with Jon Batiste on “Home” and St. Vincent on “Pain For Fun.” The LP follows her 2022 album, COPINGMECHANISM, and NME gave it a favorable review, calling it an important record for Willow’s musical progression.
During the NPR performance, Willow and her backing band gave an impressive rendition of “Run!” as she flawlessly transitioned from whispery vocals to the dynamic energy of the chorus. With impressive support from her band, the song was a highlight of the performance, and her vocals were powerful as she clearly poured emotion into every note. Willow’s new album is highly anticipated, and the artist continues to showcase her incredible talents through these inventive performances and her boundary-pushing sound
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