Unpredictable (Olly Murs and Louisa Johnson song) explained

"Unpredictable" is a song recorded by English singer Olly Murs for his fifth studio album, 24 Hrs (2016). It was written and produced by Cutfather, Daniel Davidsen and Peter Wallevik, with an additional writing from Kara DioGuardi and Iain James. Originally recorded as a solo version, it was edited by Matt Rad with additional vocals from English singer Louisa Johnson and was digitally released on 2 June 2017 in the United Kingdom. "Unpredictable" peaked at number 32 on the UK Singles Chart and was certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), denoting sales of over 200,000 units in that country. The accompanying music video for the single takes place in 1978 and features both artists playing tennis against each other.

Background

On 22 May 2017, Murs confirmed on his Twitter account that "Unpredictable" would be the fourth single from 24 Hrs.^{[1] [2]}

Music video

The video for "Unpredictable" was released on 22 June 2017. It was filmed in Palm Springs and is set in 1978 and sees Murs and Johnson playing tennis against each other. As of September 15, 2018, it has over 6 million views on YouTube.^[3]

Credits and personnel

• Olly Murs – vocals
• Louisa Johnson – vocals
• Daniel Davidsen – writing, production, bass guitar, programming
• Cutfather – writing, production, percussion
• Peter Wallevik – writing, production, keyboards, piano, programming
• Kara DioGuardi – writing
• Iain James – writing
• Matt Rad – production, bass guitar, guitar, mixing, piano, programming
• Chris Gehringer – mastering

Credits adapted from the liner notes of the official "Unpredictable" CD single release (Columbia Records).^[4]

Charts

Chart (2017)	Peak position
Ireland (IRMA)[5]	65
Russian Airplay (Tophit)[6]	212

Release history

Region	Date	Format	Version	Label
United Kingdom	2 June 2017	Digital download	Original	RCA	[7]
United States	30 June 2017		Acoustic		[8]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Twitter. mobile.twitter.com. 4 June 2017.
2. Web site: Olly Murs Has Teamed Up With X Factor Pal, Louisa Johnson, For His Upcoming Single 'Unpredictable'. Capital. 22 May 2017. 5 June 2017.
3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06GsQH47VyQ Olly Murs, Louisa Johnson - Unpredictable (Official Video)
4. "Unpredictable" (CD single) . . 2017 . Sony Music.
5. Web site: IRMA – Irish Charts. Irish Recorded Music Association. 22 July 2017.
6. Web site: Chart Search. Tophit for Olly Murs. 15 November 2018.
7. Web site: Unpredictable – Single by Olly Murs & Louisa Johnson. 2 June 2017. Apple Music. 5 June 2017.
8. Web site: Unpredictable (Acoustic) - Single by Olly Murs & Louisa. iTunes. 30 June 2017.