Brixton singer-songwriter Santino Le Saint strips it back on his new single ‘i would if i could’ released via Cloud X/EMPIRE.

Over the years, Santino has become known for fusing R&B, Rock, Pop and Trap, but he has always wanted to release a body of work that takes music back to its bare bones, just him and his guitar, “No gimmicks, no games”. Santino unearths unrequited love and delivers an acoustic ballad that captures the essence of longing for something no longer there. Hanging onto his every word, ‘i would if i could’ highlights his incredible tone and vocal range, with the song's honesty conveyed by the softness and pain in his voice.

Growing up immersed in South London's rich musical history, all Santino has known is music and has been surrounded by it from as early as he can remember, citing his dad - who was part of the pioneering rap group, The 57th Dynasty - as a significant influence. The 24-year-old’s star has continued to shine since he dropped his celebrated debut album, ‘Beautiful Disaster’, and he is establishing himself as one of the scene's most exciting and unpredictable artists. With the UK finally starting to show R&B the love and respect it deserves, Santino and his label Cloud X are perfectly poised to take their seat at the table.