Award-winning singer, Houston resident Leela James ‘right back in it’ with new single; stirring video shot in H-town

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HOUSTON – The summer is about to heat up with R&B and soul singer-songwriter Leela James’ new single and video, “Right Back in It.”

The highly anticipated single is the follow up to her 2021 #1 smash, “Complicated,” written by James and Franci Richard, and produced by Rex Rideout.  

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The suspenseful music video explores deep love and romance between two fugitives that are on the run.  The creative music video, filmed in Houston, has a cameo from Houston-based rapper Lil Flip, and is produced by Dang Films.  

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James continues to wow audiences with her unique style, powerful voice and SOUL!  She has not slowed down this year, touring with Maxwell, Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton. 

“My music is my art and I’m always excited to share my craft with the world. ‘Right Back In It’ is special as it highlights the importance of getting back to yourself, getting back to love, and getting back to what makes you feel good,” James said.  

She has plans to implement a special initiative this fall for current female students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities that will help them get “Right Back In It” with their academic focus, preparing them mentally ready to tackle their life’s goals. 

“Right Back in It” is the first single from James’ upcoming project that will be released in the fall of 2023.  Tour dates are scheduled throughout the US and Europe.

Photo credit: Lemon-Limelight Media (KPRC)

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About Leela James

Leela James’ music is a constant reminder of what it is to be human – to love, to regret, and to dream. Leela’s successful career first began when she burst onto the scene in 2006 with her debut album, “A Change is Gonna Come.”

She has since collaborated with the best producers, toured successfully across the US and Europe with some of the biggest names in R&B and starred on TV One’s “R&B Divas: Los Angeles,” amongst different guest appearances on a host of shows.

James’ talents are undeniable, and her music continues to resonate with core fans. The songbird has earned countless spots on the Billboard charts, including No. 1 on Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Charts and No. 8 on Billboard Urban Adult Song of the Year for hit single “Complicated” from her latest album “See Me.” James’ classic albums have also earned nominations for “Outstanding New Artist” at the NAACP Image Awards (2008), “Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist” at the Soul Train Music Awards (2008), and scoring her first award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for her 2014 single “Fall for You,” now certified Gold, selling more than 500,000 equivalent units.


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