Commitment (Craig David album)

Commitment
Studio album by
Craig David
Released8 August 2025 (2025-08-08)
LabelCraig David / Believe UK
Producer
Craig David chronology
22
(2022) 		Commitment
(2025)
Singles from Commitment
  1. "In Your Hands"
    Released: 27 September 2024
  2. "SOS"
    Released: 17 January 2025
  3. "Commitment (with Tiwa Savage)"
    Released: 26 February 2025
  4. "Wake Up"
    Released: 16 April 2025
  5. "In It With You (with JoJo)"
    Released: 11 July 2025

Commitment is the upcoming ninth studio album by English singer and songwriter Craig David, due for release on 8 August 2025, independently released by David, under license to Believe Music UK. It is David's first studio album since 2022's 22.[1] It was preceded by four singles: "In Your Hands", "SOS", "Commitment" (in collaboration with Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage), and "Wake Up". Commitment also features collaborations with singers JoJo and Louisa Johnson.

Background and release

David announced the album's forthcoming release date, cover art, and tracklisting, on 16 April 2025.[2]

Singles

  • On 27 September 2024, David released "In Your Hands" as the album's first single; the chorus interpolates the African-American spiritual "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands".[3] The single garnered generally positive reviews, with Vibe writer Mya Abraham calling it a "deeply emotional record".[4] A music video, directed by Lx, premiered on the same day.[5]
  • "SOS" was released as the second official single on 17 January 2025. The music video, directed by MFB, was released on the same day.[6][7]
  • David followed these releases with the single "Commitment", featuring Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage on 26 February 2025. An official music video, directed by MFB, was released on 19 March 2025.[8]
  • On 16 April 2025, David released "Wake Up" as the album's fourth single.[9] An official visualiser, created by Josue Samuel, was released on YouTube on the same day.[10]
  • On 11 July 2025, Craig David released his collaboration with JoJo, "In It With You", as the album's fifth single.

Live performances

In January 2025, it was announced that David would perform as part of Kew The Music 2025 at Kew Gardens on 8 July 2025.[11] A month later, in February 2025, it was announced David would perform in concert at Kent Castle on 6 July 2025.[12] In February 2025, David embarked on a tour across the United Kingdom; on the tour he performed singles "In Your Hands", "SOS" and a solo version of "Commitment", alongside previous hits.[13][14][15]

Track listing

Commitment track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Wake Up"
  • Craig David
  • Craig Simpkins
  • Keith Mayberry
  • Lemar Mahone
  • Mike Brainchild
Mike Brainchild2:53
2."In It With You" (with JoJo)   
3."Commitment" (with Tiwa Savage)
Brainchild3:11
4."Leave the Light On" (with Louisa Johnson)   
5."Mr Right"   
6."SOS"
Jean-Marie3:30
7."Dominoes"   
8."Your Way"   
9."In Your Hands"  3:17
10."Last Chance With You"   
11."Rain"   
12."Perfect Love"   
13."So Special"   

Release history

Release history for Commitment
Region Date Format(s) Label Ref.
Various 8 August 2025
  • Craig David
  • Believe UK
 [16]

References

  1. ^ Murray, Robin (16 April 2025). "Craig David Announces New Album 'Commitment'". Clash. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  2. ^ Samuels, Keithan (16 April 2025). "Craig David Announces New Album 'Commitment,' Sets Release Date". Rated R&B. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  3. ^ Archibald-Powell, Naimah (27 September 2025). "Craig David flips a Primary School classic on new drop "In Your Hands"". GRM Daily. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  4. ^ Abraham, Mya (27 September 2025). "Premiere: Craig David Journeys Through Time With Younger Self For "In Your Hands" Video". Vibe. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  5. ^ "Craig David - In Your Hands (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 27 September 2024. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  6. ^ "Craig David - SOS (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 17 January 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  7. ^ Forrest, Jo (17 January 2025). "Craig David releases brand new single 'SOS' and video". TotalNtertainment. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  8. ^ "Craig David & Tiwa Savage - Commitment". YouTube. 19 March 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  9. ^ Stickler, Jon (16 April 2025). "Craig David Announces Ninth Studio Album 'Commitment' With New Single Wake Up". Stereoboard. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  10. ^ "Craig David - Wake Up (Official Visualiser)". YouTube. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  11. ^ Gotto, Connor (22 January 2025). "Craig David completes 2025 Kew The Music line-up". Retro Pop Magazine. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  12. ^ Honey, Sam (21 February 2025). "Rochester Castle Live: Craig David to perform at Kent castle this summer". Kent Live. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  13. ^ Farrell, Steve (16 February 2025). "Craig David showed his 'Commitment' in Manchester". TotalNtertainment. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  14. ^ "Craig David - O2 Arena London - 20 February 2025". Setlist FM. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  15. ^ Benhamouche, Leonie (17 February 2025). "Craig David at The O2 setlist, support act, stage times and tickets". MyLondon. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  16. ^ "Craig David - Commitment - Album". Apple Music. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
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