Hunter Hayes Releases His Emotional New Single/Video "Friend"
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Multi-instrumentalist and platinum-selling artist Hunter Hayes is an embodiment of the type of musician that embraces change and strives to rewrite the rules. After debuting on the scene with a platinum-certified album, Hunter has charted his own path, moving from his country roots into the genre-bending world that he was destined for.
On his forthcoming new album, Red Sky, the singer-songwriter is executing at the highest level of his musical career: crafting memorable melodies and instantly catchy hooks albeit with a top-notch musician’s discerning ear. His music is both a reflection of his influences and a product of his prodigious multi-instrumental talents, reflected by the fact that he plays every instrument on his records.
The Louisiana native has garnered over 2 billion on-demand global streams since the release of his debut album, along with six gold and platinum-certified singles. In addition to his legendary headlining shows, Hunter has also toured with superstars like Taylor Swift, and has headlined sold-out shows across the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With over 50 award nominations and wins, including five GRAMMY© nominations, Hunter is just getting started.
Hunter has just released his powerful new ballad “Friend,” on all platforms accompanied by a music video.
The song feels timeless, from his emotive vocals to its double entendres, Hunter’s musical prowess explores what it means to inspire others through music. It’s written in collaboration with Rollo (Noah Cyrus, Ava Max, Charli XCX) and Dan Gleyzer (Meghan Trainor, Madison Beer).
In discussing the single, Hayes said, “At its core, 'Friend' is about how sometimes the hardest part of a relationship not working out is losing that person you connected with in the beginning, that companion you wish you could keep, that friend you can’t imagine your life without.”
Watch the music video for “Friend” now, stream it on your preferred music service and connect with Hunter on his website and social media.