Jhon Allan’s “ARI” is here! A smooth yet urgent blend of alt-R&B, hip-hop, reggae, and rock, the track captures the electricity of locking eyes with someone across the dance floor and feeling the world tilt just slightly. It’s playful, rhythmic, and effortlessly cool—much like the Swedish-Peruvian artist himself, whose genre-defying sound is quickly turning heads.
Built on warm beats, electric guitars, and a laid-back but infectious groove, “ARI” feels like a soundtrack to a fleeting yet unforgettable moment. It’s got that ‘90s nostalgia baked in, with echoes of classic hip-hop and ska, but with a modern, intimate touch that makes it feel undeniably fresh. Jhon Allan himself describes it as the least lyrically deep track he’s ever released, but maybe that’s the point—some emotions don’t need overcomplication. The feeling of instant chemistry, of a night charged with possibility, speaks for itself. And even though the song is rooted in fantasy, it was born out of heartbreak, making it feel all the more real.
This Valentine’s Day release marks the first glimpse of Jhon Allan’s third EP, coming in June, and if “ARI” is anything to go by, we’re in for something special. After making waves with his first two self-produced EPs and earning a spot on Spotify’s “One to Watch in 2025” list, he’s proving that his eclectic mix of influences—ranging from Pink Floyd to D’Angelo—isn’t just a curiosity, but the foundation of a sound entirely his own. “ARI” is Jhon Allan at his most fun, most free, and most effortlessly addictive.
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