Entertainment icon Jennifer Hudson and legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli officially released their collaborative single, “One Right Here,” on October 2, 2026. Written by 17-time Academy Award nominee Diane Warren and produced by Walter Afanasieff, the four-minute track serves as the closing theme for the upcoming biographical drama film Maserati: The Brothers.
This cross-genre collaboration pairs Hudson’s powerful R&B vocals with Bocelli’s celebrated classical crossover style. Decca Records and Decca Classics distribute the single digitally ahead of the film’s Italian theatrical premiere in December. Before the commercial streaming debut, Hudson and Bocelli surprised fans by performing the original composition live at the Hollywood Bowl.
The Creative Forces Behind “One Right Here”
Songwriter Diane Warren stated that she penned the composition specifically with Bocelli in mind before deciding to incorporate Hudson to blend two distinct musical worlds.
“I wrote the song with Andrea Bocelli in mind,” Warren said in a statement. “It’s always been a dream of mine to have Andrea sing one of my songs, and when he was interested, it was amazing. Then I thought, what if we brought Jennifer Hudson into it? They come from two different musical worlds, but together they created this world of beauty.”
Producer Andrea Iervolino emphasized that the musical pairing was designed to give the film an emotional culmination. The track reflects the core themes of the narrative, highlighting sacrifice, family bonds, and the pursuit of excellence.
Inside ‘Maserati: The Brothers’
Directed by Oscar winner Bobby Moresco, Maserati: The Brothers chronicles the history of the Maserati family and their journey to shape the luxury sports car industry. Starting from a small workshop in Bologna, brothers Alfieri, Carlo, Ettore, Bindo, and Ernesto built a globally recognized automotive brand against significant economic and social obstacles.
The international biographical feature boasts a star-studded ensemble cast:
- Sir Anthony Hopkins
- Al Pacino
- Andy Garcia
- Jessica Alba
- Michele Morrone
- Salvatore Esposito
- Maya Talem
- Gina La Piana
- Tatiana Luter
Magenta Light Studios handles U.S. distribution for the project, and the film is scheduled for its initial theatrical release in Italy.
Award Season Prospects and History
With both Diane Warren and the featured performers carrying extensive records with the Academy Awards, industry projections suggest “One Right Here” will be positioned for consideration in the Best Original Song category.
If nominated, the achievement would mark historic milestones for the creative team:
- Diane Warren: Continues her record-setting streak of Academy Award recognitions for original songs.
- Jennifer Hudson: Becomes the first artist to perform two of Warren’s nominated songs on film soundtracks, having previously sung “I’ll Fight” from RBG.
- Andrea Bocelli: Marks his return to Oscar-associated performances following his 1999 rendition of “The Prayer” with Celine Dion from Quest for Camelot.
Fans can stream “One Right Here” across all major digital music platforms as promotional activities continue for the theatrical release of Maserati: The Brothers.
