Which American Singer recorded a song in 2016 that was co-produced by the Brit Award for Best British Male Solo Artist recipient of 2008?
Perfect Illusion "Perfect Illusion" is a song recorded by American singer Lady Gaga. It was made available for digital consumption on September 9, 2016 through Interscope Records as the lead single from her fifth studio album, "Joanne" (2016). The track was written and produced by Gaga, Kevin Parker, Mark Ronson and BloodPop. A disco-rock song, "Perfect Illusion" lyrically delves on the singer's "highest of highs and lowest of lows" in a relationship, and is ultimately a commentary on social media. Gaga wrote the lyrics using her Underwood typewriter; after numerous permutations the composers derived the final track. Speculation that the song referred to Gaga's ex-boyfriend Taylor Kinney was refuted by the singer.
Smoove Jones Smoove Jones is the seventh studio album by American recording artist Mýa Harrison. It was released exclusively through Apple Music and iTunes on February 14, 2016 by Planet 9, Harrison's label, while physical copies were made available for purchase through the singer's official website. The project commemorates the release of the singer's debut single "It's All About Me" and 18th anniversary in the entertainment industry. Musically, "Smoove Jones" incorporated R&B/soul/hip-hop with old school elements from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Dubbed a concept album, the project exhibited Harrison portraying seductive radio hostess "Smoove Jones", an after hours radio show she created specifically for her "grown and sexy" fans. Critically, "Smoove Jones" received favorable reception from music critics. It debuted at number thirty on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart, marking her highest entry since 2003's "Moodring". Subsequently, "Smoove Jones" received a nomination for Best R&B Album at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards, which were held on February 12, 2017.