Blazing a trail through the UK music scene with undeniable charisma and soulful innovation, Ronzoni Hines is a 19-year-old singer, songwriter, and producer who has quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in contemporary R&B, Soul, Pop, and Funk. His highly anticipated new single, ‘That’s Her’, drops on May 30, 2025, during his birthday week—a self-produced anthem celebrating the power and mystique of independent women, driven by the infectious hook “Bad Girls Rule The World” (#BGRW). Drawing inspiration from legends like Michael Jackson, Lenny Kravitz, and Ne-Yo, Ronzoni blends old-school elegance with modern flair, crafting a sound that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking. He recently brought ‘That’s Her’ to life at Mystery Live: Phoenix Edition, captivating audiences with his dynamic vocal delivery and magnetic stage presence, honed from early days performing with a Jackson 5 tribute group. With early singles ‘Last Night’ and ‘Trance’ already turning industry heads and a growing fanbase hyped for his genre-bending artistry, Ronzoni is poised for greatness.
In this interview, we dive into his creative process, inspirations, and the story behind his latest release.
How do your influences like Michael Jackson, Usher, and Lenny Kravitz manifest in “That’s Her”? Can you share specific elements from each that you incorporated?
I would say that the overall funk and groove is inspired by Michael Jackson the most, the vocal performance is Usher-esque, and the swagger from Lenny Kravitz. I am an amalgamation of those three and more, I try to take elements from those I feel most related to and whom I believe are the greatest and turn it into original artistry.
At just 19, you’ve achieved a lot in the music industry. What’s been the most surprising part of your journey so far, and how has it influenced your approach to creating music?
The differing success of my music, the songs that have done the best have been the ones I thought wouldn’t! You never truly know, there is no “Number 1 sound”, it is never totally in your control, some things stick, some don’t, there isn’t always an explanation.
The hook “Bad Girls Rule The World” is striking. What inspired you to explore this theme in “That’s Her,” and what message do you hope listeners take away from it?
I felt like it’s the perfect phrase for an anthem that everybody can sing along to. The girls will happily sing along, and the guys will sing along for the girls. The message is largely left to interpretation, which is something I enjoy doing with my writing because a bit of mystery is important to reel people in.
In “That’s Her,” you celebrate a particular type of woman. What qualities define this ‘bad girl,’ and how did you capture those qualities in the song’s music and lyrics?
Someone confident, so confident that she’s arrogant to a degree, you can’t just be a plain Jane and expect to be called a bad girl. The song epitomises the energy of an individual like so, not even just the lyrical content but also the rhythmic layers of the track.
Every track has a moment when you know it’s complete. For “That’s Her,” what was the final touch or decision that made you feel it was ready for release?
From the first demo I knew it was something memorable, it was just stuck in my head and I couldn’t get it out. The song wouldn’t leave me alone, so I came back to it and I knew it would be my next release. It was ready from the first demo, then all that was needed was polishing, but really it was done from the start.
As a young artist, how do you navigate staying true to your artistic vision while also creating music that appeals to a broad audience?
I create what I would want to listen to, what sounds interesting, compelling and captivating. There are enough people who enjoy true artistic musicality, so I don’t want it to be about appealing to a broad audience because there is a broad audience for great music.
Has there been any feedback on your previous work that surprised you, and did it influence your approach to “That’s Her” in any way?
I would say no, feedback is always overwhelmingly positive, what changed my approach is seeing what the greats do, how much work they put in and how they create timeless pieces as that is most important to me.
What was the catalyst for you to join the BGRW Movement?
A natural inclination, nothing forced ever with me. It’s just what I think about the world and what most people can agree with.
If “That’s Her” were the theme song for a character in a movie, who would that character be, and what would their story entail?
If “That’s Her” were the theme, it belongs to Elara “The Enigma” Vance, the ruthless leader of a high-tech criminal empire. Her story details her strategic rise, dismantling corrupt power structures with cunning and a fierce all-female crew. The song kicks in as she executes her final, audacious takeover, cementing her reign. It’s the anthem for her unapologetic ascent to global power.
What have you got in the works these next 3 months?
More music on the way, more performances, I will be everywhere so look out for me! Next single within 3 months.
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