Single Review: Cian Ducrot – Shalalala
LITTLE DREAMING
Cian Ducrot Finds Light in the Darkness with uplifting new anthem ‘Shalalala’
Following the chart-topping success of his debut album ‘Victory‘, Cian Ducrot returns with ‘Shalalala‘, a bold and euphoric single that previews his highly anticipated sophomore record, ‘Little Dreaming’, due July 11th.
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While the title may sound carefree, the track carries a deeper message rooted in hope, unity and resilience in the face of global uncertainty.
Built on thunderous percussion and soaring gospel harmonies, ‘Shalalala‘ blends pop theatrics with a spiritual energy that’s impossible to ignore. Ducrot’s vocals are powerful and emotive, delivering a performance that feels as urgent as it is uplifting. Co-written with a formidable lineup including Anton Göransson, Isabella Sjöstrand (RAYE), Bill Maybury (James Bay), and Theo Hutchcraft (Calvin Harris, Måneskin), the song thrives on its collaborative spirit while staying anchored in Ducrot’s personal vision.
“This song is about hope and solidarity,” Ducrot says, and that sentiment pulses through every beat. At a time when the world feels increasingly fractured, ‘Shalalala‘ dares to imagine a world stitched together by community, compassion, and shared purpose. It’s a call to arms that asks us not just to sing, but to believe in something better.
The track follows recent singles ‘Who’s Making You Feel It‘ and ‘Little Dreaming‘, both of which tease the retro-infused sound Ducrot is embracing on the upcoming album, a blend of 70s and 80s nostalgia with emotional, modern songwriting. Think Elton John-sized melodies, Queen-esque grandeur and Michael Jackson-level rhythm, all filtered through Ducrot’s confessional, heart-on-sleeve approach.
If ‘Shalalala‘ is anything to go by, ‘Little Dreaming’ won’t just be a step forward for Ducrot, it’ll be a leap. With over 1.4 billion streams and a recent Grammy win for co-writing SZA’s ‘Saturn‘, Ducrot is proving he’s not just a chart-topping singer-songwriter, he’s a generational storyteller with something to say and ‘Shalalala‘ says it loud and clear.
