Jelani Blackman returns today with his new track ‘Comfy’, featuring Moonchild Sanelly and Trillary Banks. The release, which premiered as The Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1’s Future Sounds show last night, is the London rapper and singer’s first single since his critically acclaimed debut mixtape Unlimited, in which time he has completed his first UK headline tour and played Glastonbury, alongside recording his most explosive material yet.
In classic Jelani style, ‘Comfy’ pulls from a whole host of influences, whilst still sounding completely unique. Powered by an afro-inspired beat with a dancehall intensity from producers Jay Weathers (Stormzy, Burna Boy) and AJ Productions (Darkoo, Tion Wayne), it’s a slick and sensual summer anthem, dropping just in time for Notting Hill Carnival. Speaking on the track, Jelani says: “I’ve been chillin with Moon for a minute and the vibe has been so good, this song came out of it. It’s about feeling comfortable and when you do, how much your energy just radiates out and people catch it.”
One of South Africa’s most exciting musical exports, Moonchild Sanelly, explains: “we were on tour in the US and there was this really confident guy and everyone kept saying how hot he is… so we were joking about that - like ‘you got us all wanting you’. That’s what this tune became - walking into a club and spotting someone who looks comfy in their own skin; that’s a hot look. The first word was when Jelani saw me exhausted on a beanbag in the studio with Trill - but luckily the tune evolved beyond the beanbag ;). ”
Completing the trio, Leicester rap sensation Trillary Banks adds: “This was such a spontaneous but special Session! The energy between us all was genuine and we came up with a hit! Sometimes the late night studio sessions are where all the magic happens. I loved being a part of this collab. Such a vibe!” she adds.
