‘Unlistenable’ R&B song that Usher said was the ‘worst we ever had to record’……See Details

Unlistenable’ R&B Song That Usher Said Was the ‘Worst We Ever Had to Record’ — See Details

In a stunning revelation that has taken the R&B world by surprise, Usher — one of the genre’s most celebrated icons — recently opened up about a little-known chapter of his career: recording what he called the “worst song we ever had to record.”

During an exclusive interview on a new episode of the Behind the Beats podcast, Usher reflected on the highs and lows of his decades-long career. While he is known for hits like “U Got It Bad,” “Nice & Slow,” and “Confessions,” the superstar didn’t shy away from admitting that not every studio session has been a success.

“There was this one track… man, it was just unlistenable,” Usher said, shaking his head with a laugh. “We were in the studio trying to make it work, but nothing about it felt right — not the beat, not the hook, not even the lyrics. We all knew it. It was the worst we ever had to record.”

Usher didn’t reveal the name of the song directly, but fans and insiders are speculating that he was referring to a shelved track from sessions for his 2012 album Looking 4 Myself. At the time, it was reported that several experimental songs never made the final cut because they didn’t fit Usher’s signature smooth R&B style.

“Sometimes you’re trying to chase a trend, or the label is pushing you in a direction that just doesn’t feel authentic,” Usher explained. “And when the vibe isn’t right, it shows up in the music. We scrapped that one real quick — and trust me, it’s better that way.”

While the song in question remains unreleased, Usher’s confession has sparked a flurry of interest among fans, with many pleading on social media for the artist to leak the track as a fun behind-the-scenes bonus. Some are even circulating bootleg snippets from old studio leaks, trying to guess which “disaster” he was talking about.

Industry insiders aren’t surprised by Usher’s honesty. “Even the best artists have their off days,” said music producer and longtime collaborator Jermaine Dupri. “What makes Usher great is that he’s not afraid to admit when something doesn’t meet his standards.”

The reveal comes as Usher rides high following his blockbuster Super Bowl halftime performance and his critically acclaimed 2024 album Coming Home, a project praised for returning to his R&B roots while pushing creative boundaries.

In the podcast interview, Usher left fans with a final thought: “The key is, you learn from the bad sessions just as much as the good ones. Every artist has that one song they wish never happened — I’m just brave enough to talk about mine.”

Whether the “unlistenable” song will ever see the light of day remains to be seen. But for now, it serves as a reminder that even legends sometimes hit a wrong note — and that’s part of what makes their eventual successes shine even brighter.