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John Legend Takes Inspiration From His ‘Ordinary People’ Video for Cinematic ‘Fireflies’ Visual
John Legend has released “Fireflies”, the second single from his forthcoming album Muse, produced entirely by Pharrell. Its cinematic video echoes the minimalist style of Legend’s “Ordinary People” visual, while the song explores turning life’s hardships into hope.
The track features Legend performing at a Yamaha piano alongside the Hollywood Cinematic Orchestra against a seamless white backdrop. Muse will contain 16 tracks, include an appearance by Clipse and arrive on 23 October through Republic Records; Legend’s planned Global Citizen Festival performance was cancelled because of severe weather.
In short
- John Legend and Pharrell release cinematic “Fireflies” video.
- Muse arrives on 23 October with 16 tracks.
- Global Citizen Festival performance cancelled due to weather.
Explained simply
John Legend is an American singer and pianist known for his soulful R&B and pop music. He has recently released "Fireflies", the second single from his forthcoming album titled Muse.
Muse is produced by musician Pharrell Williams and arrives on 23 October. The album contains 16 tracks and features a collaboration with hip-hop duo Clipse.
The "Fireflies" music video draws visual inspiration from Legend's earlier track "Ordinary People", featuring a minimalist cinematic style with the artist at a piano. The song explores themes of transforming life's hardships into hope.