Col3trane - Where Have You Been All My Life (Official Video)
One of the most significant voices in the R&B landscape, Col3trane returns to the ether with his high-octane single “Where Have You Been All My Life".
A clear marker of his reputation in the scene right now, already holding notable collaborations this year with the likes of H.LLS, Tay Iwar, Nippa and Santino Le Saint, Col3trane’s first official release of 2024 continues to underline his influence as one of the genre’s standout global talents.
Over a unique blend of sleek, sultry R&B and new wave production, the 25-year-old artist confronts the complexities of love and lust, with midnight influences and the chaos of intimacy creating a melting pot for internal exploration. A captivating performance through the intoxicating pull of temptation, he purrs “I went a little crazy on the weekend // I need someone to be here for me and just me” while manoeuvring across the dark, hazy backdrop of Los Angeles. The psychedelic music video laying groundwork for his ethereal affirmations to veer dizzyingly towards a moment that’s beautiful and inspired.
Speaking on the track, Col3trane mentions: “’Where Have You Been All My Life’ primarily captures a night spent driving around LA in the back of an Uber. The song reflects the chaotic nature of that journey, which unfolded in many chapters. I wanted this track to serve as my reintroduction because it embodies the mood I've been in over the past year, and the music truly reflects that. I'm excited for everyone to hear more."
Born to American and Egyptian parents in North London, Col3trane’s artistry is a product of his ever-evolving creative environment. A kaleidoscope of cross-cultural influences through music, fashion and community have allowed him to explore and establish his own creative blueprint. Producing, recording and writing records in his bedroom, make-shift studio sessions developed into national arena performances and soon shaped a true music success story in the making.
With nearly 275M streams to his name, alongside an impressive catalogue of tracks with Kehlani, Lucky Daye, RAYE, Chad Hugo (The Neptunes), Flatbush Zombies, FJK, GoldLink and Mahalia amongst others, Col3trane has cultivated a serious following since his official inception in 2017 across SG Lewis’ “Smart Aleck Kill”. Delivering his highly acclaimed mixtape Tsarina at just 18-years-old, the young talent instantly showcased his striking visual identity with incendiary music videos for “Language” and “Penelope” directed by Felix Brown (Unknown T, Loyle Carner, Yeat) and Nicole Nodland (personal photographer of Prince) respectively.
Following a key support slot across Dua Lipa’s ‘IDGAF’ Tour, breakout status was secured as his vivid storytelling and musicality began to absorb into global fashion spaces. Covering the 50th issue of ARENA HOMME +, appearances across V MAGAZINE’s infamous campaign with Moncler x Palm Angels has solidified Col3trane’s presence as a multifaceted creative force deep-rooted into UK fashion and street culture.
Holding further tastemaker love across the likes of i-D, COMPLEX, CRACK, NME, THE INDEPENDENT and HIGHSNOBIETY, Col3trane’s sleek and potent musical palette offers a diversity and introspection beyond his years. With “Where Have You Been All My Life" marking a powerful re-introduction to the landscape, get ready to hear more from one of the finest homegrown creative talents in the UK and beyond.