A legendary soul classic is finding a new home in the world of dancehall and R&B. Grammy-winning icon Shaggy has officially announced his 14th studio album, Lottery, and the lead single is already creating a buzz for its soulful foundation.
The track, titled “Looking Lovely,” features the smooth vocals of Robin Thicke and is built around a vibrant sample of Bill Withers’ timeless masterpiece, “Lovely Day.” This collaboration perfectly bridges the gap between generations, blending Shaggy’s signature Caribbean swagger with the feel-good energy that Bill Withers infused into the original recording nearly 50 years ago.
For Mattie Music Group, seeing Bill’s work continue to inspire modern superstars like Shaggy and Robin Thicke is a testament to the enduring power of his songwriting. This news comes at a milestone moment for the original track, which recently surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, further proving that the world can’t get enough of that “Lovely Day” magic.
“The track delivers reggae and R&B influences alongside a sample of Bill Withers’ soul classic ‘Lovely Day’.”
— Source: Stereoboard
Shaggy’s new album ‘Lottery’ is set for release on May 15th via VP Records and Ranch Entertainment.