Like a Tattoo

John B teams up with The Young Punx once again under their Wyld Dogz banner, delivering a stunning reimagining of Sade’s 1992 gem in Like a Tattoo. Out on Dogzone, this one feels both nostalgic and futuristic at the same time. It is cinematic, smooth and drenched in that unmistakable John B sense of drama. Alison David’s vocal floats across the mix with real grace, while the production keeps things rolling just enough to stay club ready.

The first thing that stands out is the atmosphere. The chords have that smoky, late-night quality that Sade always carried, but here they sit on top of crisp jungle breaks and subtle bass movement. You can hear the respect for the original, but also the willingness to completely reshape it. The Wyld Dogz sound is confident, full of texture and space. The drums are alive, the pads breathe, and the energy rises and falls like a story unfolding.

It would have been easy to make a loud, novelty remix, but this one has heart. The emotion of the original lyric stays front and centre, even as the rhythm pushes forward. The interplay between Alison David’s voice and those dark, jazzy chords gives the track a proper mood. It feels elegant rather than heavy, but it still moves with purpose. The detail in the mix is classic John B precision paired with The Young Punx’ fearless creativity.

Like a Tattoo might surprise people who only know John B for his more explosive club work. This is refined, thoughtful, and quietly powerful. It shows what happens when producers trust their instincts and let the music breathe. A proper grown-up jungle moment that proves why these collaborations still matter.