Cee Blu, the South Auckland, New Zealand-based independent artist, just dropped her own tropical R&B spin on Corinne Bailey Rae’s Put Your Records On. Released via Cee Blu Productions, this one is alluring, smooth, and sun-soaked. If one reduced a review of this song to a bumper sticker slogan, it would borrow from another well-known sun-kissed song: “Summertime… and the living is sexy.”
From the very first note, this breathes new life into the song. So put the record on, unwind, let go, and vibe out. The tropical beats sway under her silky vocals, perfect for golden hour drives, slow mornings, or just vibing. Her voice lingers like a soft summer breeze, conveying sincerity with the timeless message of self-love and freedom.
But Put Your Records On isn’t just a song; it’s a mood. A reminder to be yourself and let go of the world, it’s a song that doesn’t just hit your ears; it sinks into your soul. As Cee Blu herself says, “For the longest time, this song has been one of my all-time faves. It’s been with me through so many highs & lows in my life.” Along with producer Edyonthebeat and videographer Allan Carpenter, she’s honored the original while giving it a fresh, modern tan.
With Kehlani, Aaliyah, Dua Lipa, and Kiana Ledé as influences, Cee Blu is making her own way in contemporary R&B and now, apparently, island vibes. With Summer Sounds Festival, Peachy Keen Festival, and a sold-out headline show, she’s got the kind of presence that can’t be ignored.
Whether you’re chillin’ at home, chasing sunsets, or just looking for a feel-good escape, Cee Blu’s Put Your Records On is the vibe setter. It’s a celebration of freedom, self-expression, and music. So girl, put your records on.
