James Arthur noted that he was immediately "keen to be involved" upon hearing the iconic sample, while Alok expressed long-standing admiration for Arthur's style. Release and Performance Alok & James Arthur – Work With My Love - Discogs

"Work With My Love" is a vibrant dance-pop single released on January 13, 2023, by Brazilian DJ and British singer-songwriter James Arthur . The track is a high-energy collaboration that bridges soulful vocals with classic house influences, notably sampling the 2004 house anthem "Lola's Theme" by The Shapeshifters. Musical Foundation and Sampling

The central hook—"Can you work with my love?"—serves as a plea for compromise and resilience, asking if the partner can handle the "wild ride" for the sake of the relationship. Collaboration and Production

The lyrics describe a love that is both aesthetic and destructive, comparing the heart to a "beautiful kind of wrecking ball".

The core of the song is built upon a familiar disco-house motif. "Work With My Love" samples the iconic brass and string melodies of which itself interpolated the 1982 soul track "What About My Love" by Johnnie Taylor. By utilizing this sample, Alok creates a sense of nostalgia while updating the sound with modern "slap house" and "funky house" production elements, such as crisp high hats and deep, groovy synth basslines. Lyrical Themes: Complexity in Romance