Behind the beats: Young Stunna shares his take on the ‘US’ remix with Swayvee

Amapiano sensation Young Stunna jumped on Nigerian artist Swayvee’s soulful ballad “US”, which has gone viral on TikTok becoming one of the most used songs for content creation with over a million TikTok creations. 

The song made waves since its release in March and has been growing since. Now, with the official South African remix, which dropped in June and features Stunna’s verse, the song has reached new heights.

In a conversation with “Independent Media Lifestyle”, Stunna opened up about his latest collaboration with Swayvee on the “US” remix, sharing insights into his creative process, the inspiration behind his verse, and the song’s visuals.

“US” is a love song that resonated with many, and Stunna’s verse, which speaks on how he is always out making money and never gets to spend enough time with his lover, added a touch of raw lyricism. 

The 27-year-old hitmaker revealed that he was drawn to the song’s soulful feel and knew right away that he wanted to collaborate on the remix. 

He brought his own unique perspective to the table, exploring the balance between the hustle and the matters of the heart in his verse. According to Stunna, his verse is about the love that remains even when life gets busy.

“Swayvee brought something fresh and I knew I could add a different flavour while still respecting the essence of the track,” he said.

When asked about the inspiration behind his verse on the remix, Stunna revealed that he wanted to bring in something deeper, something that people could relate to.

“The song is about love, but I wanted to express the balance between the hustle and the heart. Even though I’m on the grind, the love is still there,” he explained.

When you listen to the remix, the chemistry between the two artists’ distinctive styles and sounds is undeniable.

Stunna attributes this to the mutual respect they have for each other’s artistry, which allows them to blend their styles naturally.

“I didn’t come in trying to change the vibe of the original. I just brought my roots, my Amapiano flow, and let it blend naturally with what Swayvee had already created,” he said.

The full visuals for the remix are set to be released soon and Stunna promises that they will tell the full story of love, distance, connection and culture.

“Expect something soulful, something real. It’s not just a music video, it’s an experience. We’re giving people something they can feel, not just watch,” he said.

As the song continues to break records, Stunna revealed that he is humbled by the response and is grateful that people are connecting with the music on a deep level, which he is thrilled to be a part of.