On February 20, Montreal-based R&B artist Myles Lloyd returns with “DMC,” a reimagined version of his breakout single “Drive Me Crazy,” this time featuring GEMINI, Karencici, and JUNNY. Rather than feeling like a simple remix or international cash-in, “DMC” reads as a thoughtful response to the life the original song found overseas—particularly in South Korea, where it quietly took on a life of its own.

The original “Drive Me Crazy” racked up over 25 million streams, landed on South Korea’s Top 200 charts, and even earned a public co-sign from K-pop powerhouses ENHYPEN. That kind of organic momentum is rare, and “DMC” treats it with care. Lloyd doesn’t overhaul the song’s emotional core; instead, he reframes it through a K-pop lens that emphasizes movement, color, and collaboration without losing the vulnerability that made the track resonate in the first place.

From the opening moments, “DMC” moves with more energy and confidence. The production is brighter and more driven, but it never feels hollow or overworked. Lloyd’s falsetto still anchors the track emotionally—restless, tender, and a little exposed—while the featured artists add their own tones without pulling focus. JUNNY fits into the song almost effortlessly, his voice blending in a way that feels instinctive rather than planned. GEMINI and Karencici bring contrast and texture, giving the track more dimension without weighing it down. Nothing feels excessive; every voice earns its place.

What really makes “DMC” work is how it sits between past and present. You can hear the influence of early 2000s pop and R&B in the melodies and structure, but it’s sharpened by the clean precision of modern K-pop. It feels familiar in the best way—recognizable, but not stuck in time. The song holds onto its intimacy even as it opens up, and it’s easy to picture it translating well on stage, where the layered vocals and momentum can fully come alive.

The release timing adds to the song’s impact. “DMC” arrives as Lloyd tours across Canada alongside JUNNY, turning the collaboration into something tangible rather than promotional. It feels organic, like a continuation of a shared creative space instead of a one-off moment.

In the broader scope of Lloyd’s career, “DMC” feels like a natural progression. From Goodbye (2019) and Forever, Yours (2022) to the more inward-looking WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? (2024) and last year’s I’m Still Thinking, his work has always been rooted in emotional honesty. That core hasn’t changed here—only the scale. “DMC” shows Lloyd expanding his sound without losing the vulnerability that’s always made his music feel real.

“DMC” doesn’t try to reinvent Myles Lloyd—it reframes him. It shows an artist paying attention to where his music travels, who it reaches, and how those connections can shape the next chapter. Confident, energized, and still emotionally grounded, the track reinforces why Lloyd continues to stand out as one of the most quietly compelling voices in modern R&B.