Charli XCX, John Cale Debut New Song for Fennell’s Wuthering Heights Video
Emerging pop star Charli XCX has premiered a new song titled “House,” a collaboration with legendary musician John Cale. This track is the first in a series of original songs inspired by Emerald Fennell’s upcoming adaptation of the classic novel, Wuthering Heights.
Collaboration Details
The song “House” features contributions from John Cale, co-founder of the influential band The Velvet Underground. The music video for “House” was directed by Mitch Ryan, known for his previous work on Charli XCX’s “Party 4 U”.
Creative Inspiration
Charli XCX expressed her admiration for Cale’s artistic vision. In her social media post, she reflected upon his description of a song needing to be “elegant and brutal.” This phrase inspired her to collaborate with Cale, leading to a creative exchange where they developed the song together.
Upcoming Film Information
Wuthering Heights is set to be released in theaters on February 14, 2026. The film features Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff. Anthony Willis scores the movie, bringing his expertise from previous projects like Promising Young Woman and Saltburn.
- Song Title: House
- Collaborators: Charli XCX, John Cale
- Video Director: Mitch Ryan
- Film Release Date: February 14, 2026
- Starring: Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi
- Score Composer: Anthony Willis
Recent Projects
Following her album Brat, Charli XCX has taken on various film-related endeavors and recently appeared as both host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live. Meanwhile, John Cale released his studio album, Poptical Illusion, in 2024, showcasing his continued influence in the music scene.
