Star2 leans into vulnerability on his latest single, “Thinking Bout Us,” teaming up with Young Henny and Chinatown Runner for a wistful pop-R&B cut that balances melodic warmth with emotional restraint. Built around delicate acoustic guitar loops, polished trap percussion, and airy vocal textures, the record captures the quiet ache of looking back on a relationship that’s become more vivid in memory than it ever was in the past.
“Thinking Bout Us” is subtle but carries a loud message. The acoustic instrumentation creates an intimate foundation while crisp 808s and contemporary drum programming keep the track firmly rooted in modern pop-R&B. Star2 delivers his verses with understated sincerity, allowing the song’s themes of distance, nostalgia, and unresolved feelings to unfold naturally. “Met you in the summer, now it’s getting colder / Late night in December, reminiscing ’bout us / Remember all them times we was walking on the beach, making memories…” Young Henny adds a complementary melodic performance that deepens the emotional weight of the record, while Chinatown Runner rounds out the collaboration with a smooth vocal presence that ties the trio’s chemistry together.
The accompanying visual, directed by Kaw Ku, extends those themes through cinematic scenery and understated storytelling. Rather than overwhelming the song with elaborate concepts, the video embraces quiet moments and reflective performances, reinforcing the sense of yearning that drives the record from beginning to end.
For Star2, “Thinking Bout Us” continues an artistic trajectory that’s become increasingly defined by melodic songwriting and cross-genre versatility. Born in a Thai refugee camp after his family fled violence in Myanmar and later raised in San Diego within the Karen community, his personal story has informed much of his creative identity. Over the years, he’s collaborated with a diverse roster including Soulja Boy, Mozzy, Luh Kel, HoodTrophy Bino, and $tupid Young.
Watch the video for “Thinking Bout Us” and keep past loves where they belong – in memories.