Chase Shakur joins Nyla Symone on We Need to Talk for an intimate conversation about his latest project, WONDERLOVE. The Atlanta-born artist delves into the album’s central theme—love and obsession—explaining how his personal experiences fuel his creativity.
Throughout the episode, Nyla playfully points out that, as a Libra, Chase naturally gravitates toward love, something he fully embraces in his music. He describes WONDERLOVE as an exploration of being obsessed with someone, a theme woven throughout the project’s storytelling. The discussion turns humorous as they touch on the idea of “doing it for the plot”—getting into relationships for the experience rather than genuine emotion. While Chase admits some of his relationships were real, they often unfolded like a scripted pattern.
Chase highlights some of his favorite songs on the album, including “Say You Will” and tracks 6 and 11. He also shouts out collaborators like Suave, who appears in a skit, and Top Fontaine. To craft the project’s sonic diversity, he worked with producers like Isaiah, Cleo, Daniel Barrett, and Roose, intentionally avoiding being confined to one sound.
One of the standout moments in the interview is the backstory behind “Fairy Tales in Midtown.” Inspired by a relationship in Atlanta, the song reflects on mixed signals—where Chase’s actions conveyed one message while his words suggested another. He also admits to getting into trouble in theWhether reflecting on love, heartbreak, or creative freedom, his music remains an authentic extension of his experiences.
past for sending songs to women they were about, particularly tracks like “Slide” and “Cascade.”
The conversation takes a fun turn with the segment “Questions That Need Answers,” where Chase reveals personal tidbits—he’s a homebody, enjoys drawing as a hobby, and spent his first big check on a car for his mom. As the discussion wraps up, Chase teases upcoming plans, including a tour, new music videos, and fresh material on the horizon.With WONDERLOVE, Chase Shakur solidifies his place as an artist who masterfully blends raw emotions with dynamic soundscapes.
