Montreal R&B artist Myles Lloyd, known for his gently rasping vocals and indelible ear for melody, has released his propulsive new slow jam, “Closer,” which is available everywhere out now. Coming through in the wake of the major success of his viral single “Drive Me Crazy,” Myles draws his listeners in with this seductive new track. Sinking into an expansive instrumental complete with electric keyboard filigrees, sumptuous 808s, and knocking hip hop percussion, Myles makes a seductive plea to the object of his affections. He uses a heart melting falsetto to express his true feelings, intoning, “I just need you closer,” perfectly showcasing his ability to blend modern R&B with powerful emotional delivery.
“Drive Me Crazy” has generated more than 17 million streams and 174,000 worldwide Shazams, notably reaching the Top 200 in South Korea following an endorsement from K Pop superstars ENHYPEN and NCT. The success of that track, which was named one of the best Montreal songs of 2024 by Cult MTL, led to a dance remix with star DJ BUNT. and earned praise from artists like Ty Dolla $ign. Growing up a fan of diverse artists from Elvis Presley to Drake, Myles Lloyd is building steadily on his 2019 debut ‘Goodbye’, and with “Closer” now in the world, the 25 year old singer songwriter continues his impressive rise, earning acclaim from publications like Complex, PAPER Mag, and Teen Vogue.