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Iain James Farquharson (born 20 February 1980), more commonly known as Iain James or Sparx, is a British singer, songwriter and vocal producer from Bristol, but based in London. He started as part of the British boyband Triple 8 in 2003 as their lead singer and known as Sparx. He left after the group had two Top 10 hits and was replaced by Stewart Macintosh in 2005.

He has written a number of songs recorded by a great number of singing artists, plus writing many songs for reality television contestants from UK, Europe and Asia, and on three occasions for Eurovision Song Contest songs, including co-writing the winning song for Azerbaijan "Running Scared" by Ell & Nikki in 2011.

Triple 8

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James was the lead singer of UK boy band Triple 8 (888), who were originally signed to Polydor Records.[1] He was known by his nickname, "Sparx". The group had two successful singles, "Knockout" and "Give Me A Reason", which charted at numbers 8 and 9, respectively, in the UK Singles Chart. The group parted company with their record label in 2004, leaving their album, Heavy W8, unreleased. James left in 2004, to be replaced as lead singer in 2005 by a new member, Stewart Macintosh, before the group broke up by the end of 2005.

Writing and production

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After Triple 8, James concentrated on music writing and production. He has written for artists as diverse as Westlife, Professor Green,[1] Emeli Sandé, Craig David,[1] Taio Cruz, The Vamps, Anne-Marie, and Korean boyband TVXQ (aka Tohoshinki). He has also written for successful acts from reality television competitions, including Little Mix,[2] One Direction,[1] Olly Murs and Leona Lewis.

He co-wrote British number one "Read All About It" by Professor Green featuring Emeli Sandé, as well as Sandé's own version of the song which appears on her two million selling album Our Version of Events, which broke a record set by the Beatles for longest unimpeded spell in the UK top 10.

James wrote several songs on the album of Little Mix, the first ever British girlgroup whose album went straight into the top 5 in the US, including the UK Number 1 "Wings" and the critically lauded third place song "DNA".He wrote songs on their second album Salute, which did not match DNA commercially, but was a critical success, and followed its predecessor in charting in the UK top 5 and US top 10 (it would have repeated DNA's fourth placing if compilations were not included in the US albums chart). He wrote the album's song Little Me with Little Mix and TMS. For the group's third album Get Weird; Iain co-wrote the singles "Love Me Like You" and "Hair" feat. Sean Paul. The group's most successful album Glory Days features the single "Shout Out To My Ex", also co-written by James.

He is also a vocal producer and has recorded many artists including Little Mix, Ella Henderson, One Direction and Pixie Lott.

Eurovision

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James co-wrote the Eurovision Song Contest 2011 winning song "Running Scared" by Ell & Nikki,[1][3] who were the first male-female duo to win the song contest since 1963. They were also the first Azeris to win the contest, winning in Düsseldorf in May 2011.

James also co-wrote the Belgian entry at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013, "Love Kills" by Roberto Bellarosa, which placed 12th, and the British entry at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, "My Last Breath" by James Newman.

Discography

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Year Title Artist Album Credits
2007 Officially Yours Craig David Trust Me Co-Writer
2008 You're My Idol Donnie Klang Just A Rolling Stone Co-Writer
Wrong Number TVXQ MIROTIC - The 4th Album Co-Writer
2010 Did I? Diagram Of The Heart N/A Co-Writer
2011 Build You A House Timothy James Make It Happen Co-Writer
The Sound Of Swing ft. Aloe Blacc The Kenneth Bager Experience The Sound Of... Co-Writer
Fell In Love With A Song Blush Make You Blush Co-Writer
Second Last Chance The Overtones Good Ol' Fashioned Love (Platinum Edition) Co-Writer
Running Scared Ell & Nikki N/A Co-Writer
Na Na Na One Direction Up All Night Co-Writer
Read All About It feat. Emeli Sandé Professor Green At Your Inconvenience Co-Writer
World In Our Hands Taio Cruz Ty.O Co-Writer
Hush Little Baby feat. Ed Sheeran Wretch 32 Black & White Co-Writer
Walking On Water Matt Cardle Letters Co-Writer
2012 Wings Little Mix DNA Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
DNA
Going Nowhere
Make You Believe
Madhouse
Stereo Soldier
Always Be Together Vocal Producer
Read All About It (Part III) Emeli Sandé Our Version Of Events Co-Writer
Hand On Heart Olly Murs Right Place Right Time Co-Writer
Overtime feat. Ghetts Clement Marfo & The Frontline N/A Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Champion
I Need You feat. Jagga TMS N/A Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
2013 Heartless A*M*E N/A Co-Writer
Beethoven Union J Union J Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Stereotype Samsaya Bombay Calling Co-Writer
Summer Rain Chris Medina What Are Words Co-Writer
Little Me Little Mix Salute Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Competition
A Different Beat
See Me Now
They Just Don't Know You
Mr Loverboy Vocal Producer
Love Kills Roberto Bellarosa Ma Voie Co-Writer
Just The Way You Love Me Shane Filan You & Me Co-Writer
One More Sleep Leona Lewis Christmas, With Love Co-Writer
Going Under Michael Paynter Weary Love Co-Writer
2014 Nothing Without You Olly Murs Never Been Better Co-Writer
The First Time Ella Henderson Chapter One Vocal Producer
Give Your Heart Away
2015 Left Out LEGEND N/A Co-Writer
She Ain't Me Sinead Harnett N/A Co-Writer
Cry For Help HomeTown HomeTown Co-Writer
Me 4 U OMI Me 4 U Co-Writer
Trouble Major Myjah Trouble Co-Writer
Start Again Ben Haenow Ben Haenow Co-Writer
Breakfast Fleur East Love, Sax and Flashbacks Co-Writer
Love Me Like You Little Mix Get Weird Co-Writer
The Fall Markus Feehily Fire Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
2016 Gets No Better (2.0) feat. Serayah Empire Cast Empire: Original Soundtrack Season 2 Co-Writer
Hair feat. Sean Paul Little Mix Get Weird Co-Writer
Shout Out To My Ex Glory Days Co-Writer
Beep Beep Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Good Things Come To Those Who Wait Nathan Sykes Unfinished Business Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Hurt Anymore Samantha Jade & Cyrus TBA Co-Writer
2017 Unpredictable Olly Murs & Louisa Johnson 24 HRS Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Giants Lights Skin & Earth Co-Writer
Heavy Anne-Marie Speak Your Mind Co-Writer
The Thing About Love Matt Terry Trouble Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
2018 Start Over Again New Hope Club Non Album Single Co-Writer
Monday Blues Exo-CBX Blooming Days Co-Writer
Just My Type The Vamps Night & Day (Day Edition) Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Friends Why Don't We 8 Letters Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Take Your Love Olly Murs You Know I Know Co-Writer
여기 있을게 (Smile On My Face) Exo Don't Mess Up My Tempo Co-Writer
2019 Girl Rak-Su - Co-Writer
Pablo Big Heath - Co-Writer
2020 Small Talk Louise Heavy Love Co-Writer
Give You Up Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Father's Son Declan J Donovan Homesick Co-Writer
Habit Louis Tomlinson Walls Co-Writer
Vibe Mullally Non Album Single Co-Writer
My Last Breath James Newman The Things We Do Co-Writer / Backing Vocals
Look What We've Done New Rules Non Album Single Co-Writer
MY FACE VERIVERY FACE US Co-Writer
After The Night Before Molly Hocking TBA Co-Writer
Christmas Prayer Paloma Faith & Gregory Porter Infinite Things Co-Writer
2021 Feels Like Love Syn Cole ft. MIYA MIYA Non Album Single Co-Writer
Vibe Matt Hunter Non Album Single Co-Writer
Superstar SHINee Non Album Single Co-Writer
Can't Stop Writing Songs About You Kylie Minogue and Gloria Gaynor Disco: Guest List Edition Co-Writer
Kiss Me It's Christmas Leona Lewis & Ne-Yo Christmas, With Love Always Co-Writer
Day One JLS 2.0 Co-Writer / Vocal Producer / Backing Vocals
Tango
Postcard Vocal Producer
Priceless
Changed
Audition
Love Immortal
Glow
Nothing Without U
Secrets Monsta X The Dreaming Co-Writer
Woman Leigh-Anne Pinnock Boxing Day (Soundtrack) Co-Writer
2022 Happy Josef Salvat Islands Co-Writer
1, 2, 7 (Time Stops) NCT 127 2 Baddies - The 4th Album Co-Writer
Pasta New Rules Go The Distance Co-Writer
Seat At The Table The Vamps Non Album Single Co-Writer
Love Me Hard Sugababes The Lost Tapes Co-Writer
No Regrets
I'm Alright
2023 Single Lou Elliotte TBA Co-Writer
Put Your Hands Up Marvin Humes Non Album Single Co-Writer
The Birds Bank & Ranx feat. Zach Zoya Non Album Single Co-Writer
I Am Now United The Musical: Welcome To The Night Of Your Life Co-Writer
When The Rain Comes Sugababes TBA Co-Writer
Can't Say Goodbye KEY Good & Great - The 2nd Mini Album Co-Writer
2024 Downtime Tyler Lewis wait 'til she gets her heart broken Co-Writer
2025 Happy Tears Isaak Non Album Single Co-Writer
Heartbreak Fifty Fifty Day & Night Co-Writer
Take My Half Tomorrow x Together The Star Chapter: Together Co-Writer
Options TWICE THIS IS FOR Co-Writer
Feel It Again MEDUN Non Album Single Co-Writer
Heartbeat Perrie Perrie Co-Writer
Adolescence idntt <unevermet> Co-Writer
Knees Up Olly Murs Knees Up Co-Writer
Honest
Still Getting Used (To The Ring)
2026 A OK Myle TBA Co-Writer

With Triple 8

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Year Single Chart positions
UK
2003 "Knockout"
8
"Give Me a Reason"
9

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Iain James Farquharson (born 20 February 1980), known professionally as Iain James or Sparx, is an English , and vocal producer from , based in . James began his music career in 2003 as the lead singer of the British hip-hop influenced boyband , contributing vocals to their top 10 singles "Knock U Down" and "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" before departing the group in 2004. Transitioning to behind-the-scenes work, he established himself as a prominent topliner and vocal , signing his first publishing deal with Phrased Differently in 2006 and co-writing multiple number-one hits, including "Read All About It" (Professor Green featuring Emeli Sandé, 2011, over 4 million copies sold worldwide) and "Shout Out to My Ex" (Little Mix, 2016). His songwriting credits also encompass "Wings" (Little Mix, UK #1, 2012), tracks on Emeli Sandé's debut album Our Version of Events (over 2 million sales, 2012), and songs for artists such as ("Heavy," 2018), , , and K-pop acts including , , and . As a vocal producer, James has worked with , , , and One Direction, contributing to multi-platinum projects like Little Mix's (3x platinum in the UK, 2015). In February 2024, he re-signed a global publishing administration deal with Phrased Differently, reflecting his ongoing influence in pop, R&B, , and hip hop genres.

Early career

Triple 8 formation and debut

Iain James Farquharson, born on 20 February 1980 in , , launched his music career in 2003 as the lead singer of the British boy band , adopting the stage name Sparx. was formed in the early 2000s as a five-piece hip-hop-influenced pop group signed to , with the original lineup comprising Sparx (Iain James Farquharson), , David Wilcox, Josh Barnett, and Justin Scott. The band, based in , was positioned as a edgier alternative in the fading boy band landscape, drawing comparisons to international acts like through their blend of pop melodies and urban rhythms. The group's debut single, "," was released on 21 April 2003 and debuted at number 8 on the UK Singles Chart, marking a strong entry amid a competitive market. Featuring an upbeat R&B/pop sound with hip-hop elements, the track was characterized by its high-energy verses and anthemic chorus, produced with mixing by Niklas Flyckt. The accompanying highlighted the band's synchronized, tough , including sharp, snappy movements that complemented the song's aggressive theme of romantic conquest. Following this success, released their follow-up single "Give Me a Reason" on 21 2003, which peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart and spent seven weeks in the top 100. The song maintained the group's pop-R&B style but incorporated smoother, more melodic hooks, written by , Carl Stenmarck (credited as C. Reeves), Fredrik Odesjö, and the band members themselves. Production involved mixing by Ash Howes and additional programming by Reece Gilmore, contributing to its polished sound during a time when boy band releases were facing declining commercial dominance. These initial singles established 's presence, setting the stage for James's later shift toward songwriting after the group encountered label challenges.

Chart success and disbandment

Following the release of their second single "Give Me a Reason," which peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart, Triple 8 experienced their peak commercial moment with back-to-back top 10 hits that established them as a rising act in the British pop scene. However, these successes were short-lived, as the group recorded their debut album Heavy W8 in 2004, intending a full release to capitalize on their momentum. The album was ultimately shelved when dropped the band amid a broader label restructuring, preventing any commercial rollout. In the wake of these label issues, Iain James departed in 2004 alongside the uncertainty caused by the record company's decision. He was replaced by Stewart Macintosh, who joined the remaining members in 2005 to reform the group under a new deal. With Macintosh, attempted a comeback, releasing their final single "Good 2 Go" that year, which received some airplay on but failed to chart significantly and garnered limited promotion. These waning efforts underscored the group's struggles in a shifting pop market, leading to their disbandment by late 2005. The experience marked the end of James's phase as a performer, redirecting his focus to songwriting and production roles behind the scenes, where he could exert greater creative control away from the pressures of group dynamics and label instability.

Songwriting and production

Breakthrough collaborations

James began his songwriting career in earnest after signing with Phrased Differently in 2006 as one of their first clients. His early collaborations from 2007 to 2010 included co-writing tracks for established artists, such as "Officially Yours" for , featured on the 2007 album Trust Me, which addressed themes of unspoken commitment in relationships. These works helped build his reputation in the UK pop landscape, focusing on heartfelt lyrics and melodic structures suitable for major label releases. A pivotal breakthrough came in 2011 with the co-writing of "Read All About It" for Professor Green featuring Emeli Sandé. James collaborated with the production team TMS (Tom Barnes, Pete Kelleher, Ben Kohn) and the artists during sessions where the track evolved from Green's raw verses on personal hardships to Sandé's soaring chorus, crafted to convey defiance against media intrusion and public judgment. The song's themes center on resilience in the face of invasive scrutiny, drawing from Green's experiences with fame and loss, while Sandé's input added layers of emotional vulnerability. Released as the lead single from Green's album At Your Peril, it debuted at number one on the UK Singles Chart, spending two weeks at the top and totaling 27 weeks on the chart, marking James's first number-one single as a songwriter. Certified double Platinum in the UK for over 1.2 million units sold, it became one of the year's biggest hits. Sandé later adapted the track into a solo piano-led version, "Read All About It, Pt. III," for her debut album (2012), stripping back the rap elements to emphasize introspective balladry on similar themes of inner strength. This iteration peaked at number three on the chart and contributed to the album's massive success, selling over two million copies in the alone. These successes opened doors to partnerships with Syco Records artists, including initial writing sessions in 2010 for One Direction's debut album Up All Night (2011), where James co-wrote "Na Na Na," an upbeat track about youthful romance that helped launch the group's global phenomenon. The song's infectious energy underscored James's growing influence in crafting pop anthems for emerging talents.

Vocal production work

Iain James has established himself as a prominent vocal producer in the pop music industry, particularly through his collaborations with major UK acts following the 2011 X Factor season. His work emphasizes recording and arranging vocals to enhance group dynamics and individual performances, often involving multiple layers to create rich, harmonious textures. James's contributions to Little Mix's debut album DNA (2012) included vocal arrangements and backing vocals, helping shape the group's signature sound on tracks like "Wings," which became their first UK number-one single. He continued this role on their second album Salute (2013), serving as vocal producer on several recordings, further refining the quartet's blend of pop and R&B elements. By their third album Get Weird (2015), James's vocal production extended to key tracks such as "Hair," where he contributed to the engineering and arrangement processes that supported the group's evolving style. James's involvement with Little Mix reached a peak on their fourth album Glory Days (2016), where he handled vocal production and engineering for the lead single "Shout Out to My Ex," another UK number-one hit that showcased layered ad-libs and group harmonies central to the track's empowering vibe. Beyond Little Mix, he provided vocal production for across their early albums, including Up All Night (2011), recording and coaching the band's vocals to achieve polished, stadium-ready performances. His techniques often focus on pitch-perfect layering and ensemble cohesion, as seen in his work on tracks like "DNA" for , where he co-credited songwriting alongside vocal arrangements. Similarly, for Ella Henderson's debut album Chapter One (2014), James delivered additional vocal production on multiple songs, including "The First Time," enhancing Henderson's soulful delivery through meticulous recording sessions. He also recorded vocals for and , applying similar methods of vocal stacking and correction to amplify their pop sensibilities, though specific track credits highlight his broader production footprint. In the , James expanded his production scope to , contributing to tracks for groups like and , with studio sessions often based in to bridge Western and Eastern pop aesthetics. For instance, he co-wrote and supported production on EXO's "Smile On My Face" from (2018), incorporating vocal elements that aligned with the group's high-energy style, though his primary role leaned toward songwriting collaboration. These projects marked his growing international influence, blending vocal production expertise with global hit-making.

Eurovision involvement

2011 Azerbaijani entry

Iain James co-wrote the song "Running Scared" alongside Stefan Örn and Sandra Bjurman for the Azerbaijani duo Ell & Nikki (Eldar Gasimov and Nigar Jamal), marking his breakthrough in international music competitions. This English-language pop , characterized by its romantic narrative of love and vulnerability, was composed by the Swedish-British team to fit the Eurovision format, drawing on universal themes rather than specific cultural elements. Building on James's prior experience as a songwriter in the UK pop scene, the track was one of several international submissions received by Azerbaijani broadcaster İTV. The song emerged through Azerbaijan's national selection process, Milli Seleksiya Turu 2011, which featured seven heats combining public and jury votes to qualify performers, culminating in a jury-decided final. Ell & Nikki, initially competing as solo artists, were paired as a duo after tying for top spots in the final, and "Running Scared"—selected from around 15 submissions—was assigned to them as their entry. The lyrics, penned by Örn and Bjurman with James's contributions to the melody, emphasized emotional intensity suitable for a duet performance, aligning with the contest's emphasis on accessible, heartfelt pop. At the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest in Düsseldorf, Germany, Ell & Nikki performed "Running Scared" in the grand final on May 14, delivering a staged duet with dramatic lighting and close choreography that highlighted the song's tension and resolution. The entry secured Azerbaijan's first-ever victory, earning 221 points from 43 participating countries, including 12 points from nine nations, surpassing Italy's 189 points for the top spot. This win propelled Azerbaijan to host the 2012 contest in Baku, amplifying the country's global cultural visibility. Following the triumph, "Running Scared" achieved commercial release as a single across Europe, peaking in various charts and contributing to the official Eurovision 2011 compilation album. For James, the success elevated his profile internationally, establishing him as a sought-after songwriter for high-stakes projects and leading to further collaborations in the pop and Eurovision spheres. Ell & Nikki's victory also spurred solo endeavors, with Nigar Jamal (Nikki) releasing her debut album Play with Me in 2012, featuring tracks produced in the vein of their winning entry.

2013 Belgian entry and 2020 UK entry

In 2013, Iain James co-wrote the song "Love Kills" with Jukka Immonen for Roberto Bellarosa, Belgium's entry in the Eurovision Song Contest. The track was selected through the national final Eurosong, organized by the French-speaking broadcaster RTBF, where Bellarosa won with a combination of jury and televote points. Performed at the contest in Malmö, Sweden, "Love Kills" featured a upbeat disco-pop style with pulsating rhythms and a dramatic build-up, exploring lyrics about the intense, often painful grip of love, depicted through metaphors like an arrow piercing the heart and repeated cycles of emotional turmoil. The song qualified from the first semi-final and finished 12th in the grand final with 71 points, marking a solid result for Belgium after several years of absence from the top half. Building on his prior Eurovision success in 2011, James's involvement in international entries continued with the United Kingdom's 2020 contribution. He co-wrote "My Last Breath" alongside James Newman, Ed Drewett, and Adam Argyle during a songwriting session in Scotland near a loch, where the group aimed to craft an anthemic ballad emphasizing resilience and unwavering commitment in love. The BBC internally selected Newman and the song without a national final, announcing it in February 2020 as a powerful, stadium-ready track with soaring choruses about giving one's "last breath" to sustain a relationship amid adversity. However, the contest in Rotterdam was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, preventing a live performance. The writing processes for both entries highlighted James's collaborative approach with broadcasters and fellow songwriters, adapting to national selection formats while infusing personal themes of love's endurance. "Love Kills" was praised for its catchy, retro-inspired energy that resonated with Eurovision audiences, contributing to Bellarosa's career boost post-contest.

Discography

As performer

Iain James debuted as a performer with the British boy band Triple 8, formed in 2002, where he served as the under the stage name "Sparx." The group's debut single, "Knockout," released in April 2003 by Polydor Records, entered the UK Singles Chart at number 12 and peaked at number 8, marking their first top-ten hit. This energetic pop track, blending hip-hop influences with catchy hooks, helped establish Triple 8 in the post-millennial boy band scene. Their follow-up single, "Give Me a Reason," arrived in July 2003 and debuted at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart, ultimately reaching a peak of number 9. Like its predecessor, it featured a mix of R&B and pop elements, contributing to the band's brief but notable chart presence. Neither single received certifications from the , and no official B-sides were documented in their commercial releases. Triple 8 recorded a debut album titled Heavy W8, slated for release in early 2004, but it was ultimately shelved when the group was dropped by amid shifting market trends. The unreleased project represented the extent of their output as a unit with James, after which he pursued opportunities in songwriting and production rather than further performing endeavors. No solo releases or featured vocal performances by James as a lead artist have been documented through 2025.

As songwriter and producer

Iain James began his songwriting career in the mid-2000s, initially collaborating on tracks for established artists before achieving major breakthroughs with pop and R&B acts. His early credits include co-writing "Officially Yours" for on the 2007 album Trust Me, which peaked at No. 36 on the UK Singles Chart. By 2011, James co-wrote the UK No. 1 single "Read All About It, Pt. III" for featuring , which sold over 4 million copies worldwide and appeared on Sandé's debut album , the longest-running UK top 10 album by a British female artist. That same year, he contributed to 's debut album Up All Night with "Na Na Na," a track that helped propel the group's early success. James also co-wrote 's festive single "One More Sleep" in 2013, which has amassed over 100 million streams and became a perennial holiday hit. From 2013 to 2019, James's work expanded significantly with girl groups and solo artists, yielding multiple No. 1 hits and international acclaim. He co-wrote several tracks for , including the 2012 No. 1 "Wings" from their debut album DNA (UK No. 3), which marked the group as the first British girl band to achieve a US top 5 album; "Little Me" (2013) from Salute (UK No. 4, US No. 6); "Love Me Like You" and "Hair" (featuring ) from the 2015 album Get Weird (UK 3x Platinum); and the 2016 No. 1 "Shout Out to My Ex" from Glory Days, which won the Brit Award for British Single of the Year in 2017 and earned multiple Brit nominations as a group. Other notable contributions include "Hand on Heart" for on his 2012 album Right Place Right Time (UK No. 1 overall), peaking at No. 11 on the UK Singles Chart, and "Smile On My Face" for EXO on their 2018 album Don't Mess Up My Tempo. James's involvement in K-pop extended to groups like and SHINee. In the 2020s, James continued his prolific output. More recent works include co-writing tracks for Perrie on her 2025 debut solo album Perrie. In February 2024, James signed an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with Phrased Differently, returning to his original publisher after stints with Sony, Kobalt, and BMG, to support his ongoing catalog development. Additional 2025 credits include "Happy Tears" for Isaak, "Heartbreak" for Fifty Fifty, and "Take My Half" for Tomorrow x Together. He has also provided vocal production on select tracks for artists including , , and , enhancing their recordings without detailed session involvement. James's songwriting and production credits total over 130 songs across genres, with key chart-toppers earning gold, platinum, and multi-platinum certifications, including Brit Award recognition through Little Mix collaborations. The following table summarizes select chronological credits, focusing on notable releases with peak UK chart positions where applicable:
YearArtistSongAlbumRoleUK PeakCertifications
2007Craig DavidOfficially YoursTrust MeCo-writer36-
2011Emeli Sandé ft. Professor GreenRead All About It, Pt. IIIOur Version of EventsCo-writer1Platinum (UK)
2011One DirectionNa Na NaUp All NightCo-writer--
2012Little MixWingsDNACo-writer1Platinum (UK)
2012Olly MursHand on HeartRight Place Right TimeCo-writer11-
2013Leona LewisOne More SleepChristmas, with LoveCo-writer33Platinum (UK)
2013Little MixLittle MeSaluteCo-writer2Silver (UK)
2015Little MixLove Me Like You / Hair (ft. Sean Paul)Get WeirdCo-writer11 / 113x Platinum (album, UK)
2016Little MixShout Out to My ExGlory DaysCo-writer12x Platinum (UK)
2018EXOSmile On My FaceDon't Mess Up My TempoCo-writer--
2025IsaakHappy Tears-Co-writer--
2025Fifty FiftyHeartbreak-Co-writer--
2025Tomorrow x TogetherTake My Half-Co-writer--

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