Grown-folks R&B is back on the menu. Leela James has released her latest single, ‘What U Need’, produced by Rex Rideout.

The song is about showing up for your person and keeping the fire going at the same time. In James’ own words: “It’s about being somebody’s peace, their partner, their safe place, but still keeping that spark alive.”

Rated R&B describes it as a grown-and-sexy record, and it made their list of essential new R&B releases for the week of 30 October.

In good company this week

James shares that list with some big names. Also out this week:

• Mariah Carey: ‘Glitter (Deluxe Edition)’, back on streaming for its 25th anniversary with remixes and special versions
• Goapele: ‘Way You Love Me’, her first solo release in three years
• Snoh Aalegra: ‘Just Friends’, a preview of her album ‘Legendary Love’, due 13 November
• Sleepy Brown featuring Big Boi: ‘Dooley Wap’
• Bobby V featuring Nivea: ‘Quiet Storm’

Stream ‘What U Need’ now and let us know if you want to hear it on RTMRADIO.NET.

Source: Rated R&B