Leon Thomas Drops New Single 'Rather Be Alone' Featuring Halle Bailey

GRAMMY Award-winning artist Leon Thomas has unveiled his latest single, Rather Be Alone, featuring Grammy-nominated singer and actress Halle Bailey. Realeased today the soulful track marks another milestone in Thomas’ rising career, following the success of his first Top 40 hit, the Chris Brown-assisted remix of Mutt.

This single serves as a precursor to the deluxe edition of Thomas’ latest album, MUTT, which is set to feature an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Brown, Bailey, Kehlani, and Big Sean, among others.

It’s hard to pinpoint the exact genre of Rather Be Alone, as it blends elements of R&B with some of the finest guitar accompaniment by Leon Thomas. It’s ethereal, forward-thinking, and definitely something we’ve never heard from the artist before.

As fans noted on social media, it features insanely beautiful harmonies and an unorthodox beat that even gives off some Western movie vibes.

Thomas has emphasized his intent to diversify the deluxe edition, particularly by including more female voices, telling BBC Radio 1Xtra, “I’m making a real effort to get the ladies involved.”