Eric Benét Talks Tour, R&B Comeback & Wild Video Story
Eric Benét Talks Tour, R&B Comeback & Wild Video Story
Grammy-nominated R&B artist Eric Benét is back on the road, and he made a stop in Cleveland for an exclusive interview at WZAK. He opened up about his current tour, the new talent he’s championing, and why R&B is finally getting the flowers it deserves.
Benét has always been known for his soulful delivery and emotional storytelling—something he says is finally making its way back into the spotlight. With streaming opening more doors for authentic artists, Benét is helping guide the next wave of talent into the space he helped shape.
But one of the funniest moments came when the conversation turned to his music video for Georgy Porgy—the one where he famously gets hit by a car. His reaction? “I have no clue,” Benét said with a laugh, when asked about the deeper meaning behind the scene. “I’m still trying to figure that out.”
With a career spanning more than two decades, Benét’s catalog includes hits like Spend My Life with You, Sometimes I Cry, and Chocolate Legs. He’s worked with legends like Tamia and Faith Evans, and continues to tour and create music that speaks to the heart.
Whether you’re a day-one fan or just discovering his sound, this interview is a reminder that Eric Benét’s legacy is still very much in motion.
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