Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Desi Trill's 'Higher Love' Ignites SMURFS Soundtrack

2/21/2025

27 2

Summary

Story summary

Desi Trill's electrifying new single "Higher Love," featuring the powerhouse talents of DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi, is set to light up the SMURFS Movie Soundtrack, releasing on July 18, 2025. This vibrant track fuses hip-hop and Bollywood, celebrating self-expression and cultural pride, while sampling the iconic "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" by Belinda Carlisle.

History

Historical Context

Desi Trill's "Higher Love," featuring DJ Khaled and Cardi B, reflects a growing trend of genre fusion in music. This trend gained momentum in the late 1990s, with artists blending hip-hop and pop. DJ Khaled, known for his collaborations, has been pivotal in this movement, similar to how producers like Pharrell Williams shaped the soundscape by merging diverse musical styles.

1 of 2

Story summary

Desi Trill's electrifying new single "Higher Love," featuring the powerhouse talents of DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi, is set to light up the SMURFS Movie Soundtrack, releasing on July 18, 2025. This vibrant track fuses hip-hop and Bollywood, celebrating self-expression and cultural pride, while sampling the iconic "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" by Belinda Carlisle.

1 / 2