2008 has been a truly incredible year for Leona – and it’s just got even better with news that ‘Run’ has become the fastest-selling digital release ever!!

After just two days on sale, ‘Run’ has sold a staggering 69,244 units. This is even more impressive if you consider that the previous record held for the biggest ever digital-only Number One record was Estelle featuring Kanye West, which sold 51,857 units in a week. Leona has already passed this mark and she’s still got the rest of the week to go!

A huge thank you once again for your continued amazing support of Leona, and we hope you’re enjoying ‘Run’. 

Leona has written a brand new blog about what she’s been up to lately. You can read it in the Blog area now. Enjoy!

Hi everyone

Firstly I want to start by saying how blown away I am by all of your support in making the album number 1. Thank you so much, this year has been absolutely incredible and I couldn’t have done it without all of you.

I also recently received an Urban Music Award, World Music Award and a Bambi Award in Germany, which is exciting especially since I’m a new artist. Big thanks to all of you that voted, I really appreciate you taking the time to do so.

I shot a video for ‘Run’ in South Africa, which was such an awesome experience. We filmed in a beautiful forest, the scenery was truly spectacular and I got to work with one of my favourite directors, Jake Nava.

I performed on the X Factor again which is always a nerve-wracking experience but I was a little less scared this time round! I really enjoy performing ‘Run’, I just get lost in it, the lyrics and melody take you on a real journey and those are my favourite kind of songs.

Lastly I want to let you know that ‘Run’ is now released as a single on iTunes. I’m so glad that it has connected with people in a powerful way as it has with me.

As always I thank you so much for your belief and support.

Love always
Leona-x-