AJII and Jordan Anthony Turn Up the Heat with “Cherry”

AJII’s “Cherry” is one of the most seductive singles you’ll hear this season. After winning over audiences on Season 22 of American Idol, AJII and Jordan Anthony reunite on a track that doesn’t ask for permission; it heads straight to the dance floor.

With a vibrant production by Gregg Wattenberg (Goo Goo Dolls, John Legend) and Pom-Pom (John Legend, Suki Waterhouse), it’s a cocktail of sensuality, playful irony, and high-voltage pop, served with bold millennial flair.

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Desire threads through the lyrics from the very first line. A woman takes the lead and turns an ordinary night into something legendary. The lines feel like a movie, “Drove me to her place up in the hills,” while finger snaps and shiny synths surround the vocals in a groove that’s impossible to resist. The chorus delivers layered harmonies that swing between tension and thrill. The lyrics dance between cheeky metaphors and raw, unfiltered lines that don’t hold back.

“When I first heard the song with Jordy on it,” he says, “I knew it was going to be a banger. With playful wordplay and a catchy vibe, ‘Cherry’ is a journey through love, lust, and everything in between.” The chemistry between the two artists feels effortless, taking the track to a place where fun and sensuality meet.

Jordan Anthony is just as excited about this new direction: “I’m so ready for everyone to hear ‘Cherry’. It’s so different from anything I’ve ever done, and it feels like the start of an insane new chapter for my music.”

He also highlights how meaningful the collaboration was: “Getting to make a song with Ajii has been one of the best experiences I’ve had, I’ll never forget hearing his verse for the first time and absolutely freaking out in the studio.”

For AJII, this marks his fifth post-Idol release and possibly his boldest one yet. For Jordan, it’s a reinvention, a step away from the emotional ballads of his past and into a fearless new sound. Both artists shine with authenticity, finding a delicate balance between pleasure and polish.

With “Cherry,” AJII and Jordan Anthony prove not only their vocal power and artistic chemistry, but also their readiness to step into the big leagues of pop. The track is a strong statement—well-produced, confident, and memorable. If this is just the beginning of their post-Idol journey, there’s no doubt both artists have a lot more heat to bring.Slide into AJII’s world: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

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