If there's any lingering memory of living in the UK, it'll have to be the dutty nights out at clubs where Craig David was basically a permanent resident on the playlist. When I asked my uni friends about him, the unanimous response was obviously about his iconic track: "Insomnia". It's the kind of song everyone magically knows all the lyrics to, especially when it's blasting at your local pub or club (IYKYK).
For anyone feeling nostalgic bout "Insomnia" or his critically acclaimed debut album, Born to Do It, you're in luck—Craig David will hit the road in February. He'll be performing his signature R&B soul hits and fan-favourite tracks alongside special guest Lemar—the voice behind the iconic 2000s R&B hit, "If There's Any Justice" during his 11-date Commitment UK arena tour. To top it off, his stop in London will be held at the O2 Arena, where legends like Beyoncé, Tyler The Creator, and Charli XCX have graced the stage. Honestly, even the dreary British weather might feel bearable with Craig on tour.
Fresh out of the studio, Craig has just dropped his latest track, "SOS", and it hits deep. "There’s a time in life when you come to a point of realisation that all of the playing it safe, being cautious & guarded around opening our hearts up to love, doesn’t work," said Craig. "Even if we have been hurt before. 'SOS' is all about that moment of feeling vulnerable, yet ready and open to taking a risk, a leap of faith to let someone know you are finally ready to let love in, however scary it may feel." Romantic and relatable? It's enough to tempt one to catch a flight to the UK to watch him live.
This year's been anything but quiet for Craig. Between teaming up with Wes Nelson for a London gig, performing at the Paralympic Homecoming Ceremony, BBC's Radio 2 in The Park and even making a surprise appearance at King's Cross Station... this might be the year of Craig David.
