Joel Corry - I Wish (feat. Mabel) May 2026

While it doesn't reinvent the wheel, the production is incredibly crisp and energetic. Final Verdict ✨ Rating: 7/10

Mabel delivers a soulful, clean performance that fits the upbeat yet longing lyrical theme. Joel Corry - I Wish (feat. Mabel)

It’s a safe but highly effective floor-filler. It doesn't take many risks, but it perfectly executes the "sad lyrics over happy beats" formula that dominated the charts in the early 2020s. If you’d like a different take, I can: Write this as a Rewrite it as a breathless fan rave for social media Compare it to other Joel Corry hits like "Head & Heart" While it doesn't reinvent the wheel, the production

Joel Corry and Mabel’s collaboration on "I Wish" is a polished slice of nostalgic house-pop that leans heavily into 90s dance tropes while maintaining a radio-ready sheen. It doesn't take many risks, but it perfectly

The track draws deep inspiration from classic Eurodance and piano house.

The lyrics touch on post-breakup regret, but the tempo stays firmly in "club anthem" territory.

The chorus is designed for easy sing-alongs and immediate earworm status.