Joy Crookes returns with 'Feet Don’t Fail Me Now (Part 2)', a newly imagined version of her acclaimed track, this time featuring the unmistakable voice of Ravyn Lenae.
Bringing together two singular artists from either side of the Atlantic, ‘Feet Don’t Fail Me Now (Part 2)’ expands the world of the original while introducing an entirely new dynamic. Crookes’ rich, commanding vocal presence meets Lenae’s distinctive, ethereal delivery, transforming the song into a compelling dialogue between two of contemporary R&B and soul’s most individual voices.
Originally released as part of Joy Crookes’ breakthrough era, ‘Feet Don’t Fail Me Now’ captured the tension between speaking out and standing still — confronting performative activism, personal accountability and the temptation to retreat when action becomes uncomfortable. With ‘Part 2’, those themes are revisited through a new perspective, giving the song fresh resonance while preserving the honesty at its core.
Listen to ‘Feet Don’t Fail Me Now (Part 2)’ on North London Forever.
Ravyn Lenae’s contribution brings another dimension to the record. Her fluid vocal style sits naturally alongside Crookes’ soulful storytelling, creating a collaboration that feels both unexpected and instinctive — London and Chicago meeting through a shared approach to adventurous, emotionally precise songwriting.
‘Feet Don’t Fail Me Now (Part 2)’ continues an exciting new chapter for Joy Crookes, whose songwriting has consistently combined deeply personal observation with a sharp eye on the world around her. Known for moving effortlessly between soul, R&B, jazz and pop influences, Crookes has established herself as one of the UK’s most distinctive contemporary voices.
Ravyn Lenae, meanwhile, has built an international reputation for her forward-thinking take on R&B, pairing an instantly recognisable voice with adventurous production and songwriting. Her appearance on ‘Part 2’ brings the artists’ respective musical worlds together without compromising what makes either one unique.
