DESIIRE (@desiirenow) is a Congolese-born, Toronto-based Queer singer-songwriter who delivers a blend of R&B, jazz, afro, and electronic beats to create music characterized by hypnotic instrumentals and moody complexities. Known for his gospel-inspired vocals, rap cadences, and engaging songwriting, DESIIRE’s music has amassed more than 14 million streams and has been featured on top Spotify and Apple playlists. Over the past few years, he has been featured in publications like Billboard, The Fader, Noisey/Vice, Afropunk, and CBC as well as graced the stage at festivals such as Manifesto, Pop Montreal, Luminato, Canadian Music Week, Toronto International Film Festival, and Pride Toronto amongst others. DESIIRE performs “Runaway” for Moments.
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An It’s OK* production
Executive Producer/Musical Curator – Said Yassin
Producer – adé abegunde
Director – Roya DelSol
Director of Photography – Lucas Joseph
1st AC – Paul Persic
Gaffer/Grip – Mladjen Radulovic
Swing/PA – Curtis Augustine
HMU – Dijah Matobo
Styling Assist – Cassandra Esso
Editor – Cassandra Esso
Colorist – Rita Ushakova @ Smile + Wave
Graphic Design – Sebastein Miller
Sound Technician – Vince Ailey
Photographer – Jibril Yassin
P/A – Kevin Graham
P/A – Casey Banton