French star Imany and Ukrainian MONATIK released a joint composition in two languages. Release 1 March 2026, clip in Paris and Kyiv.
MONATIK and French pop star Imany (known for the songs 'You Will Never Know', 'Don't Be So Shy') released a joint single 'Paris-Kyiv Express' on 1 March 2026. The composition is performed in two languages: verses — in Ukrainian and French (alternating), chorus — in English. The song's text is about friendship and cultural connections between Paris and Kyiv in times of war. The single is released by Universal Music France label simultaneously in formats: digital streaming (all platforms), 7-inch vinyl single sleeve (3 thousand copies, limited edition). The music score was written by MONATIK in January 2026 during a two-week studio residency in Paris (Plus XXX studio in the 11th arrondissement). Lyrics — joint MONATIK + Imany, with help from Kyiv poet Taras Beremovskyi (for the Ukrainian part). A clip of 3:48 was filmed in two locations: Paris (Gare du Nord, Eiffel Tower, Sacré-Cœur) and Kyiv (central railway station, St. Volodymyr's Cathedral, St. Michael's Monastery). Clip director — Andriy Zasilyuk, laureate of Ukrainian MUZVAR Awards 2024. Clip premiere on YouTube — 1 March 2026, first 24 hours — 8 million views, of which 65% from Europe (especially France, Belgium, Switzerland).
