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Beat Again

JLS · 2009

7 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B · soul · dance-pop

Energetic dance-pop beats blend with smooth R&B vocals, creating an infectious sound perfect for the summer.

Beat Again is a single by JLS, released in 2009. Energetic dance-pop beats blend with smooth R&B vocals, creating an infectious sound perfect for the summer. 'Beat Again' debuted at number one on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing JLS's immediate commercial appeal and setting the stage for their subsequent success. The song's popularity helped cement their place in the pop landscape of the late 2000s, influencing future boy bands and pop acts to blend R&B with dance-pop elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Beat Again sound like?

Energetic dance-pop beats blend with smooth R&B vocals, creating an infectious sound perfect for the summer. Rooted in contemporary R&B and soul.

What makes Beat Again by JLS notable?

'Beat Again' debuted at number one on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing JLS's immediate commercial appeal and setting the stage for their subsequent success. The song's popularity helped cement their place in the pop landscape of the late 2000s, influencing future boy bands and pop acts to blend R&B with dance-pop elements. Released on July 12, 2009, 'Beat Again' was JLS's debut single after finishing as runners-up on 'The X Factor' in 2008. This marked the beginning of their successful career, leading to a series of chart-topping hits and establishing them as a prominent boy band in the UK music scene.

How many songs are on Beat Again?

Beat Again has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·7:37

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beat Again (radio edit) Standout 3:16
  • 2 Umbrella Standout 4:21

Release Date

July 12, 2009

Genre

contemporary R&B, dance-pop, soul

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

7 min 37 sec