DESI TRILL has released “Higher Love,” the first single from the Smurfs movie soundtrack. Featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi, the new single interpolates Belinda Carlisle‘s hit song “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.” The lyrics at hand push listeners to share kindness with others and embrace self-love. By the same token, “Higher Love” celebrates confidence at the highest degree, motivating people to reach for the stars.
DJ Khaled expressed excitement about being part of this collaboration, thinking back to when he watched the Smurfs as a child. The record producer also shared how psyched he was to be sharing this moment with his children and create a hit with Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi.
“I’m excited to be a part of this iconic collaboration. Growing up I remember always watching the Smurfs. It feels like a full circle moment now having children of my own who watch the Smurfs as well, and I get to be a part of the soundtrack,” DJ Khaled said. “I’m excited to work alongside Cardi B, Natania & Subhi on ‘Higher Love’ for this monumental movie soundtrack. It’s inspiring and looking forward to sharing our music with the world”
The new Smurfs movie is directed by Chris Miller and co-directed by Matt Landon. The Smurfs’ cast list also includes iconic actors like Nick Offerman, Nick Kroll, James Corden, Octavia Spencer, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Hannah Waddingham, Sandra Oh, Natasha Lyonne, JP Karliak, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, and Xolo Maridueña, along with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
“When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him,” the logline reads. “With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.”
Smurfs hits the big screen a decade after the release of the first film, The Smurfs debuted in theaters in 2011 with Katy Perry voicing Smurfette. This was followed by The Smurfs 2 in 2013 and Smurfs: The Lost Village in 2017. The Smurfs franchise comes from the comic series of the same name, created by Belgian artist Peyo.
Fans can listen to the song and watch the lyric video now. The full soundtrack is available for pre-save.