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Fresh off the release of his newest album ‘King of Hearts,’ R&B phenomenon Lloyd made it a point to briefly chat with Singersroom. The crooner spoke with us about what people keep him grounded, reservations about using the p-word in ‘Dedication to my Ex (Miss That)’, casting the sexy Kamille Leai in his ‘Naked’ video and even reveals his favorite collaboration on the album.
With ‘King of Hearts’ quickly becoming a fan favorite amongst listeners, Lloyd admits that there is something different about the reactions he’s received surrounding this album while being careful not to take all the credit. He says, “What’s different is the effort that was put into the album on all ends from the production to the vocals to everybody involved. Everyone who was involved gave it all they had. This is pretty much a group album. I can’t really take all the credit for it.” Further discussion about the album revealed Lloyd’s favorite collaboration on ‘King of Hearts’ â “Oh man that’s hard! I think my favorite collaboration would be a toss-up between Andre 3000 and Lil Wayne and Keri Hilson, R. Kelly and K’naan. I just really love the songs that we made together!”
Speaking of his ‘Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)’ track, which sets the record for the most use of the p-word in one song, we asked Lloyd if he had any reservations about releasing such a provocative single. The heartthrob assured us that he has no regrets. “I had no reservations. I think the idea is to let people have an open mind toward music and what can be done. I think the song is really great and once you listen to it you’ll love it! But if it’s too extreme for you then there’s a censored version as well,” he says. Keeping with the theme of provocative music, Singersroom spoke with Lloyd about the sensuality he incorporated in his ‘Naked’ video which featured Kamille Leai aka Hot Wings. “Sometimes less is more. Who knows, we may shoot another version with myself in the video but I really like the way it came out,” he tells us. Lloyd goes on to say that Kamille “is amazing when she’s naked but at the same time, the video was done tastefully.”
Even with having a Top Ten debuting album, a string of hits and the hearts of women worldwide, at times Lloyd still needs to break away from his celebrity and be a normal person. When this happens, he told us he turns to his friends to bring him back to reality, “I turn to my friends who I grew up with. Those are the people who know me best. They give me a sense of realness when I need it.”
As ‘King of Hearts’ continues to win audiences, Lloyd is clearly riding a well-deserved wave of success right now. Kudos!
Lloyd is one of the most beloved, chart-topping R&B singers. He’s made waves with his unique style and sound for over 15 years now. In this exclusive interview, Lloyd talks about his favorite collaboration to date, how he has no reservations when it comes to music and his latest video ‘Naked’. Get ready; you’re in for a treat!
We all know that collaborations are sometimes hit or miss – but not for Lloyd. His recent work with rapper Lil Wayne on the single “Pusha” went straight to number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. With such an incredible success, we can only imagine what Lloyd must think about collaborating with other artists. Read ahead as he shares his thoughts on teaming up with others musically.
Finally, we get a glimpse into Lloyd’s creative process as he discusses filming the steamy music video ‘Naked’. From concept to execution, read on to learn more about how this sultry visual came together and why fans have been buzzing since its release last month.
Lloyd’s Creative Process
Lloyd is an artist who stands out from the crowd when it comes to creativity. He has no reservations when creating music and videos, which clearly shows in his work. His favorite collaboration was with Andre 3000 for the single “Dedication To My Ex (Miss That)” as he felt a strong connection to the song.
The creative process behind Lloyd’s artistry is something that can’t be contained by one word or phrase. The singer-songwriter explains how there’s more than just recording involved in making great songs and visuals. He puts emphasis on self-reflection and exploration of life experiences, so that he can accurately portray what he wants people to feel while listening to his music. This includes connecting with the listener through both lyrics and sound production quality.
For him, putting together a video takes time, effort, and intense thought because each scene should have purpose and meaning beyond being visually appealing. An example of this would be the controversial video for his single “Naked” where he incorporated elements of sexuality alongside subtle messages about relationships between men and women today. It goes without saying that he put a lot of energy into making sure everything made sense aesthetically and storywise before releasing it online for fans to enjoy worldwide.
Insight Into ‘Naked’ Video
As one of his most successful singles, Lloyd’s video for “Naked” is something that stands out and resonates with many people. The song focuses on the idea of being vulnerable in relationships by exposing parts of oneself that were previously hidden away. In this sense, it was important to portray a story that would resonate with viewers and evoke emotions from them.
The visuals prominently feature Lloyd standing alone in various locations, including on top of a bridge and near the ocean at night. This created an atmosphere of solitude and contemplation which helped capture the essence of what he wanted to say through this piece. Additionally, there are several scenes where characters interact with each other as if showing different sides to the same relationship or emotion. By incorporating these elements along with more abstract shots such as slow-motion dancing figures, he creates a powerful visual narrative without having to use dialogue or direct storytelling techniques.
Lloyd’s “Naked” video provides insight into how much thought goes into creating meaningful art beyond just making music. It captures feelings while also sending strong messages about relationships between men and women today — all done within four minutes!
Conclusion
I. Summary of Lloyd’s Creative Process
My conversation with Lloyd gave me insight into his creative process and the inspiration behind his latest single, “Naked”. He spoke about collaborating with other artists, having no reservations when it comes to making music and creating a meaningful video for the song. It was clear that he puts a lot of thought and energy into each project he takes on.
II. Insight Into ‘Naked’ Video
Lloyd revealed how much work went into the visuals for “Naked”, from coming up with the concept to filming in multiple locations around Los Angeles. He explained how important it was for him to create something unique that could be enjoyed by fans all over the world. I left our chat feeling very inspired by his passion and dedication towards creating art.
III. Conclusion
It was an honor to speak with Lloyd about his creative journey thus far, and hear what inspires him as an artist. I’m looking forward to seeing more of his heartfelt creations come alive! Listening to him talk so passionately has really motivated me as someone who is also interested in pursuing a career in music production and videography.
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