British pop star Raye was reportedly spotted filming a secret new music video on Monday after shutting down a residential street in Walthamstow, East London.
The London singer was seen on set with what onlookers described as “a fake zebra” while dancing in a striking velvet dress, as cameras rolled and crew blocked off the road. Locals were reportedly caught off guard by the unexpected production, with some peering through windows and one postman seen “stopping in his tracks” as the shoot unfolded. According to one source, residents were told only that filming would take place — and had no idea the star involved was Raye.
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The chilly shoot comes hot on the heels of an extraordinarily successful year for the singer. Raye’s latest single “Where Is My Husband!” — released on 19 September 2025 — has become a defining hit, rising to No. 1 on the UK Official Singles Chart in early January 2026, making it the first chart-topping single of the year.
@fallontonight @Raye performs “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” #FallonTonight #TonightShow #RAYE ♬ original sound - Raye
The track’s ascent was slow and steady, taking 15 weeks to reach the top and securing Raye her second UK chart-topper after 2023’s Escapism. It was also her 20th Top 40 single in the UK, underlining both her longevity and versatility. On streaming platforms, “Where Is My Husband!” has racked up more than 155 million Spotify streams and hit the Top 10 in countries including Australia, Germany, Ireland, Sweden and the Netherlands — marking another major global milestone for the singer.
The success of the single has helped fuel excitement for Raye’s upcoming sophomore album, slated for release in 2026, and the announcement of her This Tour May Contain New Music headline tour — a sprawling 51-date run across the UK, Europe and North America with sold-out shows at venues like The O2 and stops at iconic halls including Radio City Music Hall.
Raye has built a reputation not just as a chart force but as an independent trailblazer. After parting ways with her former label in 2021, she retained creative control over her work while partnering with a distribution and services platform — a move that has helped her break records and amass a fiercely loyal global fanbase.
This filming in London appears to be the first major project of 2026 for Raye, following her viral hit and the momentum of her expanding career both on the charts and on tour. Fans will likely be watching closely for teasers from the set as anticipation builds for her new music.
