Eric Benét featuring the always flawless Keri Hilson just turned the temperature all the way up with the new release “Can’t Wait”—a smooth, feel-good banger that’s already claiming its spot as the club-dance hit of the summer.
Benét sharing about the single and collaboration with Hilson says, “It has always been a dream of mine to release music with Keri. She’s an undeniably powerful songwriter, a phenomenal singer, and just a beautiful person inside and out. Being able to bring the vision of ‘Can’t Wait’ to life has been an incredible experience, and I am beyond excited to finally share this song with our fans!”
Benét and Hilson trade silky vocals over a smooth, infectious beat that practically dares you not to move. Dressed to the nines, fresh from the barber, favorite cologne on—they’re stepping out to shut it down.It’s the kind of track that makes you want to get dressed up, step out, and show out with your person.
“Can’t Wait” is the first single from Benet’s upcoming collab-heavy album due out in June, ‘The Co-Star,’ and it delivers big on chemistry, groove, and grown R&B energy and is set to feature powerful lineup of duest partners, including India Arie and more. If “Can’t Wait” is any indication, this album is about to be a masterclass in R&B collaboration.
From the very first second, the track sets the tone—the intro sounds like a lit party already in motion with vibes high. like two people clearly feeling themselves and each other, just stepped into the flyest function of the season.
Benét sings “…But let me tell you All these things ain’t better than walking with a Queen /Together girl we make the perfect team No way we can lose…”
Hilson sings,“…let me tell you All these things they add up when you walking with a King /Together boy we make the perfect team /No way we can lose /Can’t wait to slide up this b*tch with you…”
This duet is all about mutual appreciation and next-level chemistry. It’s that grown energy—secure, stylish, and completely in sync. “Can’t wait till I show up in there with you…” they sing, and you believe every word. They’re looking fabulous, feeling themselves, and making it known: when they walk in, they win—hands down.
“…Can’t wait till I show up in there with you /Can’t wait till I show up in there with you /You know what we came in this b*tch to do /Can’t wait till I show up in there with you /I know I ain’t got nothing else to prove /Can’t wait till I show up in there with you /I know I got the baddest in the room …”
The production is slick, the groove is undeniable, and their vocals blend like magic. “Can’t Wait” isn’t just a love song—it’s a statement. This is Black love, Black elegance, and R&B excellence in motion.
“Can’t Wait” is a must add-to-the top of your favorite playlist, and Run it back. Then run it back again.
