Global superstar Jackson Wang has signed a management deal with Roc Nation, the entertainment company founded by JAY-Z. His new single “Thank You,” released today, is his first release as a Roc Nation artist. The official music video, directed by Ojun Kwon, was shot on the new iPhone 18 Pro and features real life Jackson Wang fans from all around the world.
“We’re excited to have Jackson Wang join our family here at Roc Nation,” says founder Jay-Z. “He’s an incredible artist with a very special drive, and we can’t wait to see what he does next.”
The partnership brings together one of the most recognisable names in global music with an artist who has spent the past decade building an audience across both East and West. Jackson became the first solo Chinese artist to reach the Billboard 200 with MIRRORS, and the first to headline Coachella’s main stage, returning three years running.
Shot in black and white, the “Thank You” music video sees Jackson stripped-back, moving through different stages of his life, thanking his fans and those who have always championed him for their unwavering support. For Jackson, sharing this song with his biggest supporters is the ultimate celebration of all the eras in his career leading up to this moment. “Thank You” closes a chapter, but paves the way for more new music and creativity.
Jackson invited fans from all around the world to be a part of the project, with applicants from more than 80 countries, selecting 30 individuals from China, the U.S., Australia, Mexico, the UK, and more to join him on set. Every character, outfit and circle in the music video represents an important person, memory or chapter that has shaped Jackson into the person he is today. From his early start in gymnastics and fencing to memories with childhood friends, through to his astounding music career and now signing with Roc Nation, Jackson is grateful for every part of it.
The new single follows an incredible year so far for Jackson. This spring, Jackson continued his MAGIC MAN 2 World Tour across North America and Latin America, including sold-out shows at Los Angeles’s Kia Forum and Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. The album, MAGIC MAN 2, debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard 200 chart and landed Jackson in the Top 15 of the Billboard Artist 100. This July, Jackson was also announced as the first ever global ambassador for the International Fencing Federation (FIE), shining a light on the sport he excelled at before starting his music career. Up next, Jackson will continue his MAGIC MAN 2 World Tour with a run of mainland China dates beginning this October.
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