Release Date: Out Now!
Prepare to be swept away as acclaimed Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Toby Gad joins forces with the sensational 18-year-old singer/songwriter Angelina Jordan, courtesy of Universal Republic, to reimagine Beyoncé’s timeless anthem, ‘If I Were A Boy’. This emotive rendition marks the latest release of Gad’s eagerly awaited album, ‘Piano Diaries Vol 1’. Renowned for crafting enduring hits for the likes of the aforementioned Beyoncé, Madonna, John Legend, and more, Gad now unveils his own compositions transformed into intimate piano-vocal arrangements.
Bare and unadorned, this release features soulful piano and string arrangements that bring a fresh perspective on this cherished classic, perfectly complementing Angelina’s evocative, contralto vocals. Her powerful voice, often likened to the late Amy Winehouse’s, commands attention and infuses the track with unparalleled emotion.
This extraordinary collaboration has already delighted fans live in London, including a standout performance at Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Palladium on May 20th. Reflecting on the project, Toby shares, “Working with Angelina has been nothing short of inspiring. Her ability to channel profound emotion through her voice adds a whole new depth to the song.” With over 15 billion career streams and a combined fan base exceeding 4 million followers, Toby and Angelina are poised to leave an indelible mark with this heartfelt reinterpretation.
This highly anticipated single will be available for streaming on all major platforms starting May 31st.
About Toby Gad:
Grammy and Diamond Award-winning songwriter/producer Toby Gad has continued to push the boundaries of modern pop music throughout his multi-decade, praised career. The man behind singles including Beyonce’s ‘If I Were A Boy’, John Legend’s ‘All Of Me’ and Fergie’s ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’ is entering into a whole new era. Hot off the back of a selection of releases taken from his forthcoming artist album ‘Piano Diaries Vol.1’, that has seen collaborations with the likes of Aloe Blacc, Keke Palmer and Victoria Justice, his foray into dance music has also been unexpectedly fruitful. Co-writing and producing recent singles for names such as Armin Van Buuren, Gryffin, and Illenium, 2024 is set to be a landmark year within his noteworthy discography, with the best still to come.
