Beloved Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Royal Wood – a two-time JUNO and five-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee – shares brand-new single and video,“Give It Up”, available now via Cordova Bay Records. Mixed by 5-time Grammy-winner Ryan Freeland, the addictive new track marks Wood’s first offering this year, and is rumoured to be a part of a larger project coming later this fall.
“Give It Up” encourages tuning out societal noise and embracing authenticity. “This song is a message to myself to live to my fullest potential at a time when the world is all too scary and social media tells us to be like them,” explains Wood. “It’s a call to action, a reminder to listen to the quiet voice within, make genuine art, and truly live the life I choose. After all, why else are we here?”
Following a celebrated national headline tour and a successful run supporting the legendary Bonnie Raitt, the new track sees Wood join forces with several Grammy five-time Grammy-winning mixerRyan Freeland (Bonnie Raitt, Ray LaMontagne). Described as “a letter to himself,” the new track captures both Wood’s signature sincerity and boundary-breaking artistry, and features Grammy-winning musicians Ash Soan (drums) and Hutch Hutchinson (bass).
Wood’s music continues to resonate worldwide, amassing over 30 million streams, numerous high-profile placements on shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Private Practice, and frequent playlist features across Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. Most recently, his single “A Good Enough Day” was prominently featured in a TV campaign, propelling the track towards 4 million streams.
His previous album, What Tomorrow Brings, received critical acclaim and was considered for “Best Folk Album” at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Crafted alongside world-renowned writer/producers Linda Perry (Adele, Alicia Keys) and Jamie Scott (Ed Sheeran, Michael Kiwanuka), What Tomorrow Bringssaw Wood reach new emotional depths and deliver his most powerful collection of music to date.
Known for translating his recorded work into captivating live performances, Royal Wood has headlined prestigious venues like Massey Hall in Toronto and Paradiso in Amsterdam, and toured extensively with acclaimed artists including Bonnie Raitt and David Gray.
