Wild Love (James Bay song)

"Wild Love" is a song by English singer-songwriter James Bay. It was released on February 8, 2018, as the lead single from his second studio album, Electric Light (2018).

The song is a pop ballad characterized by its electronic instrumentation and falsetto vocals. Lyrically, "Wild Love" explores the intoxicating and often unpredictable nature of passionate love. It depicts the feeling of surrendering oneself to a powerful and somewhat risky romantic connection, where logic is overridden by intense emotion and desire. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and willingness to embrace the unknown in the pursuit of love, even if it leads to potential heartbreak.

Bay wrote "Wild Love" with Jon Green and produced it with Paul Epworth. The song was generally well-received by critics, who praised its production and Bay's vocal performance. It achieved commercial success, charting in several countries and becoming a popular radio airplay hit. The music video, directed by Frank Lebon, features actress Natalia Dyer.