WHAT IT IS: St. Petersburg, Florida-born R&B singer Breez Kennedy, who signed his first deal with Standard at 15, steps into a more mature, emotionally open chapter with “Fighting for You.” Pairing heartfelt songwriting with the enduring pull of classic R&B, the single explores the uncertainty of loving someone through emotional distance, turning personal vulnerability into something relatable. That growth carries through the visuals and rollout, which offer a clearer picture of Breez’s artistic identity. Following the EP We All Need Love, the release marks a meaningful step forward for an emerging voice carving out his own place in the genre.

RELEASE DATE: Nov. 6

SINGLE: “Fighting for You”

LIVE: Previously supported Josh Levi (2026) and Bryson Tiller (2025); touring behind 2027 album, dates TBA

INTERNET: 243k+ Instagram followers; 10m+ combined YouTube video views, 30k+ subs; 233k+ TikTok followers, 6m+ likes

PRESS: Wonderland, Toronto Guardian (“Breez has quickly become a standout voice for a generation that values vulnerability as much as a catchy hook”), The Hype Magazine, more

MANAGEMENT: Damon Gomes