Claudi-Mariee Stakes Her Claim With Striking New Single ‘Ransom’

Rising UK R&B/pop talent Claudi-Mariee continues her ascent with the release of her powerful new single Ransom, a track that positions the 20-year-old as one of the most compelling new voices emerging from the UK scene.

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Blending smooth R&B textures with undeniable pop sensibility, Ransom places Claudi-Mariee’s vocal front and centre. Her voice—defined by both control and emotional weight—drives a track that balances vulnerability with quiet strength, tapping into the complexities of modern relationships.

Written alongside producer Ebenezer Fabiyi—whose credits include work with BTS, Ashnikko and Stefflon Don—the single explores the emotional toll of one-sided love. It’s a theme that resonates deeply, with Claudi-Mariee framing the song as a shared experience for women who have given everything only to be taken for granted.

“Ransom is about all the good women who gave their all to someone who took their love for ransom,” she explains. “It’s personal, but it’s also universal.”

The accompanying visual amplifies that message. Directed by Johnny Cooke, the video follows Claudi-Mariee through the streets of East London, capturing a nocturnal landscape that mirrors the song’s emotional tension—gritty yet vibrant, intimate yet expansive.

Often compared to Rihanna for her vocal presence and crossover appeal, Claudi-Mariee’s rise has been anything but conventional. After being forced to leave home at just 16, she channelled a turbulent period into songwriting, discovering both her voice and her purpose in the process. That raw honesty continues to define her music today.

Now backed by management including Bello—known for his role in the rise of Central Cee—Claudi-Mariee is building serious momentum. Early releases such as Never Love Again, Impulses and BESTIE laid the groundwork, but Ransom feels like a defining step forward.

With its blend of emotional clarity and mainstream polish, the track marks a moment where potential turns into intent. Claudi-Mariee isn’t just emerging—she’s arriving.

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