U.K.-born, Sri Lankan R&B/pop recording artist Shehxna is rapidly establishing herself as a powerhouse voice bridging international sounds. Building on a wave of global momentum, the London-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist is set to release her highly anticipated new single, “Body in Motion,” on June 3, 2026. Trained at the prestigious Italia Conti Performing Arts School in the U.K. before expanding her musical journey into the U.S., Shehxna effortlessly weaves smooth R&B melodies with high-energy pop vibes to create a sleek, commercially compelling sound that marks a defining new chapter in her trajectory. Driven by polished, driving production from top New York hitmakers Luca Beats, Teeupzayy, and John C Majic, the record delivers a commanding hook—“You got my Body in Motion, it’s on me / there’s no limit baby take it full speed”—that stands as a fierce anthem of control, desire, and unapologetic confidence.
The upcoming release reflects both profound sonic growth and a clear statement of intent from an artist firmly stepping into her power. Affectionately dubbed “The Sri Lankan Songbird” by BBC Radio and highlighted as the future of R&B, Shehxna’s artistic evolution follows a string of notable successes. Her previous standout releases, including “Jaded Love” and “Lover Girl” from her 4 Missed Calls EP, earned widespread national airplay across the U.K. on BBC Radio, Kiss FM, and Capital FM, even landing her a spot on the GrammyU Winter Playlist and consideration for a Grammy nomination. Whether delivering soaring, emotionally charged ballads or genre-crossing tracks, her distinct ability to fuse soul, rap, gospel, and authentic lyricism has captured the attention of major industry institutions. This has earned her elite invitations to prestigious songwriting spaces, including YouTube’s exclusive camp in Canary Wharf and The Ivors Academy.
Shehxna’s rising cultural influence is also visibly crossing over into the worlds of fashion and live performance. She recently teamed up with Nike for a prominent Air Max campaign that placed her visage across New York City billboards, with discussions currently underway for future global campaign synchronizations. A magnetic performer who plays both piano and drums, she has already taken over massive stages worldwide, commanding crowds at the MVP Arena in New York, SXSW 2026 in Texas, and BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend. Recognized as a Rising Star by both the BBC Asian Network and HI Magazine, Shehxna is backing up the industry buzz with impressive social metrics, racking up over 300,000 YouTube views and a rapidly growing, engaged digital fanbase. “Body in Motion” will be available on all major streaming platforms on June 3, 2026, marking a pivotal moment for an artist destined to connect with listeners worldwide.
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