The formerFifth Harmonymember teamed up with Norwegian DJ Matoma to make this soulful single with a techno twist.

I loved the message, the vibe, the music, the melodies, everything.

So I love that this is kind of a new moment for me.

Ally Brooke

Credit: YouTube

This isnt your first DJ/producer collaboration.

How does that usually work?

I loved what he did as far as adding more piano and chords.

He did a great job, and I am so happy with this record.

I cant wait for my fans to hear it honestly.

With your singles, youve played around with a lot of different genres.

I love that being an artist, I can do whatever I want, thats the best part.

I have a team around me whos all for it.

I dont have to just stick to the same sound and thats kind of how my personality is too.

I hope when people hear this record, they too feel that they can be free.

You almost get that throwback feel with the record [with] a modern twist.

I love that Im able to really show my vocals on this.

What is the goal of the Higher music video?

It goes beyond just hearing the record but also visualizing it and having that music video piece with it.

I love the different looks that I have.

Theres this one outfit in particular that I love.

Its a great visual paired with the song.

I cant wait for people to see it.

I think that could be really great.

Or maybe like a rumba that could be really fun and flavorful.

Hopefully, I can dance with the song or even the dancers could do that.

That would be so awesome.

Dancing With the Starsis your second major reality competition afterThe X Factor.

Im such a huge fan of the show.

I grew up watching it with my mom and loving the dances, loving the transformation of the contestants.

Of course, falling in love with the costumes.

It also ties in with my story of being in Fifth Harmony.

I was made fun of a lot for my dancing and that was really horrible for me.

It really broke my confidence and stole my joy, and some of that still stays with me.

No, Im going to choose to believe in myself and to do what I love.

Are you excited for the dancing to speak for itself?

The audience and my fans are going to go through this journey with me.

Thats exactly my goal: to hopefully bring some positive fun energy and inspire someone through my journey.

This interview has been edited and condensed.