Childish Gambino & Brittany Howard

Biography

Childish Gambino (the musical moniker of Donald Glover) and Brittany Howard are two acclaimed American musicians who joined forces for a notable collaboration on the track "Stay High" for Howard's 2021 remix album, 'Jaime Reimagined.' While they do not form a permanent duo, their partnership on this project brought together Gambino's genre-blending artistry and Howard's soulful, rock-rooted vocals. Howard, originally from Athens, Alabama, rose to fame as the frontwoman of Alabama Shakes before embarking on a solo career marked by her deeply personal and experimental 2019 album 'Jaime.' Glover, born in California and raised in Georgia, is a multifaceted entertainer known for his work in music, television, and film, with a musical style that fuses hip-hop, R&B, funk, and soul.

Their collaboration on "Stay High" sees Gambino reimagining Howard's Grammy-winning single with a synth-driven, soulful arrangement, while Howard provides background vocals, creating a fresh interpretation that bridges their distinct musical worlds. The track was produced by James Francies and stands out for its uplifting message and innovative sound. Both artists are recognized for pushing genre boundaries and infusing their work with personal and social themes, earning critical acclaim and a diverse fanbase. Their joint effort on 'Jaime Reimagined' exemplifies their willingness to explore new creative territories and collaborate with other leading figures in contemporary music.

Fun Facts

• Brittany Howard named her solo album 'Jaime' after her late sister, who was a major influence on her life and music.
• Childish Gambino is also an Emmy-winning actor, writer, and creator of the TV series 'Atlanta.'
• Howard's original 'Stay High' spent three weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Songs chart and won a Grammy for Best Rock Song.
• The 'Stay High' remix features Gambino singing in falsetto and was praised for its uplifting message during challenging times.

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• Jaime Howard - Brittany Howard's late sister, who taught her piano and poetry, inspiring her musical journey and the album 'Jaime' (Jaime (2019)) [Childhood–teen years]

Key Collaborators

• James Francies - Producer of the 'Stay High' (Childish Gambino Version) collaboration (Stay High (Childish Gambino Version)) [2021]
• Alabama Shakes - Brittany Howard's band, foundational to her career (Boys & Girls, Sound & Color) [2009–present]
• Chance the Rapper - Frequent collaborator with Childish Gambino (The Worst Guys, various performances) [2013–present]
• Thundercat - Collaborated with Childish Gambino on music projects (Awaken, My Love!) [2016]

Artists Influenced

• Emerging soul, R&B, and indie artists - Both Howard and Gambino have inspired a new generation of genre-blending musicians (Various artists cite their influence in interviews and covers) [2010s–present]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. Walk of Fame (feat. Brittany Howard) - Edit
2. Stay High (Jaime)
3. Stay High (Jaime)
4. Stay High (Jaime (Reimagined))
5. I Don't (What Now)
6. What Now (What Now)
7. Stay High again.. (Fred again.. & Joy Anonymous Version) (Jaime (Reimagined))
8. Stay High (Childish Gambino Version) (Jaime (Reimagined))
9. Fire Inside - From the Netflix Film "Thelma the Unicorn"
10. Stay High again.. - Fred again.. & Joy Anonymous Version (Jaime (Reimagined))

External Links

• Spotify
• Wikipedia