Connell Cruise Takes On New York City In His Charming “Into The Wild” Video: Idolator Premiere
South African pop star Connell Cruise makes his US debut with feel-good single “Into The Wild.” It’s the first taste of the 28-year-old’s similarly-titled EP, which July 31 via Island Records. Co-written by Ido Zmishlany (the man behind Shawn Mendes’ “Life Of The Party”), the hook-filled anthem sounds like something from The Lion King soundtrack with its joyous chants and euphoric drums — but it’s not necessarily about the singer/songwriter’s homeland.
“I’m a South African, and my song ‘Into The Wild’ has all the African feel but it’s really always been about New York,” Connell tells Idolator. “To me, New York is the wildest place on earth and what I love most about this video is how it captures all the excitement and wanderlust that the City inspires.” As you might have guessed from that, the visual finds the newcomer wandering around the Big Apple. We’re excited to premiere it below.
Connell Cruise’s “Into The Wild” video:
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