Rising artist Brandyn Leo returns with his most heartfelt and vulnerable release to date, “Beats 4 U,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Fusing the energy of dancehall with smooth RnB melodies and polished pop sensibilities, the Toronto-born, Jamaican-raised singer-songwriter is carving out his own lane—one that’s fierce, fearless, and full of soul.
Listen on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1IeLJPwKeT7zAO4PebqqmO?si=QwJbs2BZS4ORFJV6-JCeqA&nd=1&dlsi=a835c462bf424f97
After earning accolades in professional theatre and leading the hip-hop group Iambic, Brandyn Leo has found his voice as a solo artist with a message. He brings together pop, gospel, RnB, and reggae/dancehall influences, inspiring his listeners—particularly Queer and P.O.C. voices—to live with courage and heart. His motto, ‘Stay Fierce & Fearless,’ is more than a mantra—it’s the pulse of his sound.
“Beats 4 U” dives deep into the emotions of falling in love, told through the lens of someone rediscovering what it means to be vulnerable. “I never thought that it would work… I try to keep it together, but I wear my heart on my sleeve,” Brandyn sings, layering confessional lyricism over a bouncing beat. The chorus—“Are you feeling what I’m feeling? ’Cause my heart beats for you”—has already started resonating as a potential couple’s anthem.
The track was written in Gatineau, Quebec, during a moment of unexpected creative breakthrough. “It came out like a stubborn knot,” Leo says. “The melody was flowing, but the words weren’t.” Despite early hesitations, it quickly became a crowd favorite during live performances, pushing Brandyn to embrace its message of emotional openness.
Produced with glossy polish and a sense of emotional urgency, ‘Beats 4 U’ is reminiscent of early Sean Paul’s infectious rhythm, Khalid’s vulnerability, Burna Boy’s global bounce, and modern Drake’s melodic flow. The upcoming music video, set for a November release, follows a young woman navigating an unpredictable romance, mirroring the song’s tender tension.
With ‘Beats 4 U,’ Brandyn Leo proves he’s not just making music—he’s making moments. And with each new release, his message gets louder: Love bravely. Live boldly. Let your heart beat out loud.