Jaz Karis is back and ready to take us on a journey with her latest single, "CHILL ON ME," featuring the smooth island sounds of June Freedom.
This sultry track is the fifth release from her highly anticipated debut album, 'SAFE FLIGHT,' set to drop on September 20th via MNRK Music Group. With a sound that blends soulful vibes with a touch of Cabo Verdean flavour, "CHILL ON ME" is a wistful, stripped-down anthem that showcases Jaz's silky vocals and emotional storytelling.
In "CHILL ON ME," Jaz sings about the frustration of not being ready to settle down, while also not wanting to lose the connection with her lover. The lyrics, "Told you this was a setup / not in a place to settle down / but I still wanna be on your mind / even though I keep wasting your time," capture the complexity of her feelings, highlighting the tug-of-war between heart and mind. June Freedom’s contribution adds a rich, island-inspired texture to the song, making it a perfect late-summer anthem.
The forthcoming album 'SAFE FLIGHT' is a personal and reflective body of work that draws from Jaz's life and travels over the past year. The title, inspired by the messages she receives from family as she jets off for international work, encapsulates the journey she’s been on, both literally and figuratively. Recording in Los Angeles, shooting music videos in Barbados, partying in Ghana, and returning home to London, Jaz has been everywhere—and it shows in the diversity and depth of her music. Jaz describes 'SAFE FLIGHT ' as an album that’s about
"embracing possibility, admitting mistakes, and trusting the process." It’s a soulful, vibey, and poignant collection of tracks that reflect her growth as an artist. "This past year or so I have traveled back and forth between London & Los Angeles so much that I hadn’t realized how much my life was changing before my eyes," Jaz shares. "The majority of this album was created in Los Angeles, bar a few songs made in other places such as New York City, Atlanta & Texas. With only one song being created at home in London, it felt like I really had begun a new chapter in life with this body of work."
The album also features collaborations with a range of global artists, reflecting the international scope of Jaz's life and music.
"I wanted the features to also reflect my travels & I’m so fortunate to have had so many stellar artists from across the globe collaborate with me on this. The music also goes into different worlds, but I would like to think that soul runs throughout every song, making them all feel like a flowing body of work."
Jaz Karis is inviting us all to join her on this new journey. As she embarks on this exciting chapter, she leaves us with a simple message: "From me to anybody listening, I hope you have a safe flight."
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