Growing up in Birmingham, XANE (Zain Shah) was surrounded by the soulful grooves of old-school R&B. His parents would fill the house with music that seemed to seep into his bones, shaping how he saw the world. By 11, he was already working on his voice, and by 15, he was pouring his thoughts into songwriting. This was his way of figuring out life and who he wanted to be. XANE always knew he wanted to create songs that felt honest, that made people stop and feel something real.
Now, with his second single, “Jealous,” XANE is baring his soul. It’s a song about the complicated parts of love—the doubts, the longing, the moments of insecurity. Jim Beanz’s production brings a sleek finish, but it’s XANE’s words and delivery that stick with you. He captures those universal feelings in a way that feels personal and raw. “Jealous” is a piece of XANE’s story, shared with anyone willing to listen. And as his world continues to grow, it’s clear this is just the beginning.
One moment that stands out in XANE’s journey was his performance at Webster Hall in New York. That night marked a turning point, proof that his work was meant to reach the right audience Then came his collaboration with Jim Beanz, a producer whose track record includes some of the biggest names in the game. Working with someone like Beanz offers a fast-track to learn and grow. XANE is one to watch, with his music getting better year over year.
