Robbie Williams was today showing whether he was worth his multi-million deal as his soul-baring new single was getting its first radio plays.
The new track, Feel, is due to be released on December 9 and is the first taste of his forthcoming album which is out next month.
Williams, who recorded the tune in Los Angeles this year, said: ‘‘It’s just a beautiful song. I pour my heart out.’’
The singer signed a deal reported to be worth tens of millions of pounds earlier this month.
His fifth album, Escapology, is expected to add more of a rock feel to his music. It is the first album of new material for two years, as his last was largely big band covers with just one specially written song.
A spokeswoman said: "Feel is one of Robbie’s most heart-wrenching songs to date.
"It is a stunning collaboration of starkly honest lyrics and beautifully produced music."