Find out about Joel Corry and MNEK's very successful 'Head & Heart'
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Last updated 28th Sep 2021
Following its release, Joel Corry and MNEK's collab 'Head & Heart' celebrated more than 10 weeks at Number 1 in the UK. This huge hit saw Joel and GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter MNEK, team up for the first time.
After being at Number 1 for so long the song, it's no surprise that the track is now certified 3 x Platinum, shifting close to two million copies - so will the song's success ever end? We hope not! We love 'Head & Heart' on Forth 1, so make sure you listen.
When was 'Head & Heart' released?
'Head & Heart' was released on 3rd July 2020 as a digital download.
Did 'Head & Heart' go to Number 1?
Yes, 'Head & Heart' did go to Number 1. It became Joel Corry and MNEK's first UK Number 1.
After first reaching the top spot, Joel took to his socials to celebrate, even receiving a sweet message from his ex-girlfriend, Geordie Shore star Sophie Kasaei.
Sophie replied to Joel's celebratory tweet saying, 'Woohooo yes Joel!!! We all so proud of you! Hard work always pays off,' with the DJ replying, 'Aw Soph that means a lot, thank you so much x'.
How long was 'Head & Heart' at Number 1 in the UK?
'Head & Heart' was Number 1 for 10 weeks in the UK, going on to spend a massive 61 weeks in total on the UK Singles Chart.
How popular is 'Head & Heart'?
'Head & Heart' is very popular, not only was it the UK Number 1 for 10 weeks, it has also been certified 3 x Platinum. Joel took to Instagram to share the exciting news, confirming he's now had three Platinum-selling singles!
Where's the music video for 'Head & Heart?'
Following the song's release, the lyric video was released, along with the music video, shortly after on YouTube. The video has a split screen and follows two contrasting, alternative lives of a young man. One life sees him struggling to get up in the morning and struggling all day, while in his alternative life he's really successful and popular at work.
Joel's previous hit 'Sorry' beat Shazam’s all-time daily record in the UK, after receiving over 41,000 tags in one 24-hour period, and spend a mammoth 11 weeks in the UK's Top 10.
In 2019, Joel Corry performed at Hits Live for us:
Now take a look through Joel Corry's career highlights:
2013: Joel Corry starred in Geordie Shore
Joel starred in Geordie Shore until 2013 with his then-girlfriend Sophie Kasaei.
Joel Corry releases his fitness app
Joel set up his own personal training business with an app called Joel Corry PT.
2019: Joel Corry releases 'Sorry'
'Sorry' was one of the biggest hits around when it was released it 2019. The summer anthem was featured on Love Island and became the 'most Shazamed track in one day, with 41,000 Shazams'.
2019: Joel Corry appears at Hits Live
In an interview with us at Hits Live, Joel told us about his incredible Summer touring the world in places like Ibiza, Malia, Magaluf and Zante.
He said, "It's honestly been the most incredible Summer, I've been DJing in resorts like Zante, Malia, Managua, Ibiza, and it's been such a buzz because the tune has been massive out there. There's been loads of highlights over the Summer really, Ibiza is amazing, it's my favourite place in the world, so to watch it go off over the has just been incredible."
2020: Joel Corry releases 'Lonely'
'Lonely' was released on 24th January 2020 and it has been very successful for Joel.
'Lonely' reached Number 4 in the UK charts, the single has also been certified Gold in the UK moving 400,000 units!
It has also had more than 10 million views on YouTube since it was released in January 2020.
2020: Joel Corry's song featured at a car rave in Germany
During the lockdown we've all had to practice social-distancing, however in Germany they held a car rave for those who were missing a night out. Here Joel's song 'Lonely' got the crowd going.
Check out the video on Twitter
2020: Joel Corry and MNEK release 'Head & Heart'
Joel Corry and MNEK release 'Head & Heart' on 3rd July 2020 and shortly afterwards it goes to Number 1 in the UK.
2020: Joel Corry and MNEK's 'Head & Heart' certified Platinum
'Head & Heart' is certified Platinum in the UK making it Joel's third Platinum-selling single.
2021: Joel Corry releases 'BED' alongside RAYE and David Guetta
In February 2021, Joel Corry released the single 'BED' with RAYE and David Guetta!
2022: David Guetta, Joel Corry and Bryson Tiller released 'What Would You Do?"
On 18th March 2022, Joel Corry released his new song, a collab with David Guetta and singer Bryson Tiller called 'What Would You Do?'.
2022: Joel Corry appeared on Love Island
Becky wasn't the only famous face to appear in the 2022 series. DJ Joel Corry surprised Islanders with a set during the VIBE party.
2022: Joel Corry and Becky Hill released 'History'
Joel Corry and Becky Hill released 'History' in August 2022. Their collab had been teased for months, so fans were very happy to finally hear the finished song on 5th August.
2022: Joel Corry and Tom Grennan release 'Lionheart (Fearless)'
Joel Corry and Tom Grennan released 'Lionheart (Fearless)' in October 2022. The song's music video sees the pair being put through their paces at a military assault course.
2023: Joel Corry releases 'Dance Around It' with Caity Baser
In May 2023, Joel and Caity released their banger 'Dance Around It'. Speaking about the release of his song, Joel said: "'Dance Around It' has been killing it in my club sets. Working with Caity on this record has been so much fun, she's really talented and I love her energy. The track feels super fresh and it really shows off Caity's personality. I'm buzzing to 'Dance Around It' all summer!"
2023: '0800 Heaven' with Nathan Dawe and Ella Henderson
Joel Corry, Nathan Dawe and Ella Henderson released their banger '0800 Heaven' back in June 2023, followed by an acoustic version a month later. The trio's song was written by Nathan and Ella, with Ella telling us: "This has happened very, very fast. The next thing you know he's (Nathan) sent it to Joel, Joel rings me and he's like, 'I want to come on it, we've got to do it together', and then, here we are, it's happening! So, we're absolutely buzzing.
"It is a really fun record," she continued.
Joel Corry / Rita Ora - 'Drinkin''
Joel Corry and Rita Ora released 'Drinkin'' in September 2023. The banger was premiered while it was at a gig in Ibiza.
2023: Joel Corry releases his debut album 'Another Friday Night'
Joel Corry has released his debut album called 'Another Friday Night'. It was released on 6th October 2023. The album features his bangers from the last few years as well as new material.
2023: Joel Corry received a BRIT Billion Award
Joel Corry received a BRIT Billion Award for a billion UK streams. The DJ told his fans in a video: "I wanted to say a massive thank you to the BRITs for this BRIT Billion Award, one billion streams in the UK... that is absolutely incredible.
"Thank you to everyone that's streaming my music, I'm just so glad that you guys are loving the tunes, and honestly this is just more motivation for me to work harder and keep those bangers coming for you in 2024. Let's go!"
November 2024: Joel Corry performs at Hits Radio Live Birmingham
In November 2024, Joel performed all his biggest hits at Hits Radio Live at Birmingham's bp pulse LIVE arena. He joined a line-up great musical talent including Tom Grennan, Olly Alexander, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Sigala, Tom Walker, Pixie Lott and Sugababes for the first night of the two-night event.
You can hear Joel Corry's songs on Forth 1.