Pop R&B singer-songwriter Celine Wanyi marks her triumphant return with the release of her latest single, ‘shadow of you’. Known for her four-octave vocal range, sensual tone, and genre-blurring artistry, Celine delivers a deeply introspective track that showcases her evolution as a vocalist, songwriter and producer. Following her rebrand from ‘WANYI,’ this new project signals a fresh sonic direction, infused with vulnerability, empowerment, and her distinctive sound. Already gaining acclaim from platforms such as Notion, Wonderland and 88Rising Radio, Celine Wanyi is poised to take her artistry even further with this new release. ‘shadow of you’ is an empowering statement of reinvention and artistic vision that solidifies her status as an artist to watch in the pop and R&B world.
From the very first note, ‘shadow of you’ captivates listeners with its dreamy production and emotionally charged lyricism. Working with renowned international producer Jacob Ray (Joji, NIKI, Keshi) across this record, Celine’s one-of-a-kind tonality glides effortlessly through the track, her lush harmonies and moody melodies wrapping around themes of loss, self-discovery, and moving on from past relationships. The song’s atmospheric synths and sensual vocals all feed into Celine’s brand of alternative R&B, encapsulating her ability to craft a new sonic direction that feels entirely her own.
With sophisticated and heartfelt storytelling, ‘shadow of you’ not only demonstrates Celine’s mastery as a self-taught vocal arranger and producer, but also positions her as one of the most exciting rising talents on the global stage. Her multicultural background, being a Singaporean born and raised in Hong Kong, and her experiences as a graduate of Berklee College of Music further enrich her unique artistry. Her transformation into Celine Wanyi signals a bold new chapter in her career.
Celine shared: “I wrote this song aiming to capture the feeling of spiraling and being lost, as well as the repetitive yet non-linear process of moving on from a past relationship. ‘shadow of you’ is about knowing a relationship is over but being unable to get the person’s essence and voice out of your head. Self-discovery has also been a significant recurring theme in my life these past few years – learning who I am on my own, understanding what I think and feel without the “shadow” of other people’s opinions and judgments, and recognising which beliefs belong to me and which belong to others.”
Watch the haunting music video for ‘Shadow Of You’ below.
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