Joe Leone drops his soulful new single and video, “God’s Favorite”.
R&B talent Joe Leone returns with a heartfelt new single “God’s Favorite”, out now via JBR Creative Group.
Produced by DJ Camper, the track blends Joe Leone’s timeless vocals with a soulful live piano, warm basslines, and gospel-rooted harmonies.
It evokes the spirit of classic R&B while delivering something uniquely intimate and fresh.
“God’s Favorite” is a prayer disguised as a love song.
Filled with honest emotion and a touch of spirituality, Joe paints a picture of a woman so special, her presence feels heaven-sent.
“Girl you look like God’s favorite,” he sings in the chorus, his voice gliding across the instrumentation. “Ahh woo, when I say your name it’s like I’m praying / He’s takin’ good care of you”.
The record is raw and romantic.
An honest tribute to a love that feels both real and divine.
A soulful, modern track that carries emotional weight, keeping its effortless flow.
Alongside the release, Joe dropped an intimate visual for “God’s Favorite”.
The music video captures him in a vulnerable moment, lying down and singing his heartfelt lyrics directly to that special someone.
The simple setting matches the song’s emotional and personal feel.
“God’s Favorite” marks Joe’s latest release under Eric Benét’s label JBR Creative Group, following the success of “Discipline” and recent tour dates on the “Calling All Lovers Tour” alongside October London, Tamar Braxton, and Ro James.
He also co-wrote the chart-topping “True Love” by J.Brown, which reached No.1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart.
With a voice that effortlessly bridges classic and contemporary R&B, Joe Leone continues to captivate audiences through his lyricism and rich, soulful sound.
This new single reflects his ability to craft songs that not only move the heart but also connect on a deeper level, showcasing his unique place in today’s music.
As Joe Leone’s career progresses, “God’s Favorite” serves as proof of his growth as an artist and his commitment to creating soulful, meaningful music that resonates deeply with listeners.
About Joe Leone
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Joe Leone grew up surrounded by music.
With a church-trained voice, and his father a pastor, the values of spirituality and faith were instilled in him at an early age; which continue to shape his identity and artistic expression.
The self-taught multi-instrumentalist learned how to hone his craft in college, performing original compositions on the local Hollywood scene.
Cultivating a sound that stands out in R&B/Soul, Joe’s work ethic has seen him quickly win over audiences and build relationships in all the right places.
He’s been in the studio with R&B and Hip-hop greats such as DJ Camper, Ali Shaheed Mohammed (from A Tribe Called Quest), Sauce, Felly The Voice, Carvin Haggins, Mike City, and Gorden Campbell, among others.
In October 2024, Joe released his double single, “Over Under / Save Face”, which graced editorial playlists across Apple Music (Brown Sugar, Grown N Sexy & Love Letters), Pandora (Rhythm & Brew Station, Blueprint: Adult R&B Station & Future Soul Station), and Spotify (Fresh Finds R&B).\
After making a name for himself, Joe took his career to the next level and signed with JBR Creative Group – the brainchild of 4X Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Eric Benét and veteran entertainment executive Alison Ball.
Not even a year after signing, Joe embarked on the “October Nights: Calling All Lovers” tour with R&B stars October London, Tamar Braxton, and Ro James.
Joe Leone’s “God’s Favorite” track is also available now to stream and cop on all major digital streaming platforms