Jessie Ware has enlisted actor James Norton as her male love interest in a steamy new music video for her single 'Ride', described as a cross between Wuthering Heights and Fifty Shades of Grey.
The 41-year-old singer is preparing to release her sixth studio album, Superbloom, on April 26. The video, shot at a secret location, features Ware singing lyrics such as 'I need a stallion who can go all night, someone to come and blow my mind.'
A source told The Sun that at one point, Ware is seen 'riding James like a horse' as she performs. The insider added that Norton, known for his role in Happy Valley and the upcoming House of Guinness, has long been a fan of Ware's work and was happy to appear in the video.
Norton previously auditioned for the role of Christian Grey in the Fifty Shades franchise but was turned down, with the part going to Jamie Dornan. He recalled the director asking him to be 'more charismatic', a challenge he found difficult at the time.
Ware's debut single from the album, 'I Could Get Used To This', was released in January. The new music video is expected to generate significant attention for its sensual content.
