Nelly Furtado Drops First Single in 5 Years With Dom Dolla Collab “Eat Your Man”

Two worlds collide with the new Nelly Furtado collaboration with Dom Dolla for “Eat Your Man”

Grammy Award-winning artist Nelly Furtado is making a triumphant return to the music scene with her highly anticipated collaboration with rising dance music star Dom Dolla. Their new track, “Eat Your Man,” marks Furtado’s first single in five years and solidifies Dom Dolla’s position as one of the hottest names in global dance music. This unexpected collaboration emerged after a surprise performance together at Australia’s Beyond The Valley Festival in 2022, capturing the attention of industry heavyweights and fans alike. With Furtado’s iconic lyricism and Dom Dolla’s distinctive production, “Eat Your Man” promises to be a standout release.

So how exactly did these two polar opposite talents meet? Well, the perfect moment arose at Beyond The Valley Festival in 2022 when Nelly Furtado and Dom Dolla wowed 35,000 festival-goers with their unforgettable performance. This also marked Furtado’s long-awaited return after a five-year hiatus. The event received widespread coverage from renowned publications such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and NME, reigniting Furtado’s status as a cultural icon and celebrating Dom Dolla’s meteoric rise in his hometown.

The collaboration between Nelly Furtado and Dom Dolla actually emerged organically. They made a connection after both performing at Beyond The Valley Festival. Furtado, who recently discovered the legend that is Dom Dolla, admired his sound. So, shortly after she reached out to discuss a future collaboration. The artist both agree their creative synergy grew immediately. Ultimately, leading to fruitful songwriting sessions that eventually birthed the absolute banger we have today, “Eat Your Man.” The two artists developed a strong friendship throughout the process, with Dom Dolla even completing the mixdown for the track while house-sitting for Furtado in LA. Their shared passion for music and mutual respect shines through in the final product.

When asked about Dom, the pop star Nelly Furtado states “Meeting Dom has been an absolute blessing. We have a real creative synergy and trust when we work together – we hear music in a similar way and I am super inspired by his live shows. He’s reminded me how much fun music can be and for that I am grateful.” Certainly, “Eat Your Man” is the result of countless hours spent side-by-side in the studio, showcasing Dom Dolla’s signature production style intertwined with Furtado’s timeless lyricism. The track beautifully combines Furtado’s nostalgic references to her globally recognized hits with Dom Dolla’s meticulously crafted beats. Lines like “Fly like a bird, I’m taking it home” and “I’ll eat your man, devour him whole” pay homage to Furtado’s past while pushing the boundaries of their collaboration. Certainly, their hard work shows because we cannot get enough of this track!

Dom Dolla’s star has been on a meteoric rise. He continues establishing his position as one of the fastest-growing talents in the global dance music scene. This huge track follows in the footsteps of the success of his 2023 hit “Rhyme Dust” with MK. The track achieved critical acclaim and topped various charts. These charts include BBC Radio 1 and Billboard Dance, where Dom Dolla has proven his ability to captivate audiences worldwide. His impressive catalog boasts achievements like a global #1 club record with “Miracle Maker” ft. Clementine Douglas and a notable remix of Gorillaz’s “New Gold” ft. Tame Impala. With “Eat Your Man” adding to his achievements, Dom Dolla shows no signs of slowing down.

Nelly Furtado truly made a triumphant return to the music scene with “Eat Your Man”. Also, picking a collaboration with rising dance music star Dom Dolla, the track sure is generating significant buzz and excitement. So, we can expect Nelly to reclaim her place as one of the defining artists of her generation. While Dom Dolla continues his ascent, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the global dance music landscape. Their creative partnership is a testament to the magic that can happen when two distinct talents come together. They definitely created something truly remarkable. Be sure to give this cheeky track a listen to, linked below! 

Emilee Gabbard

My name is Emilee Gabbard. I currently live in sunny Orange County, CA. By day I am a project manager working in the aerospace industry, but by night a music blogger for yours truly, Exron Music! I have been writing for Exron Music for around eight months now and cannot wait to see what is to come throughout the years. At festivals and clubs, you will find me at any house and techno stage supporting my favorites Eli Brown or Dom Dolla, or belting every word to Porter Robinson tracks wherever he performs.

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