Luke James is one of the best performers the music world has seen in a while, and it's not just because he has looks to rival Idris-Elba-type actors, but because he gives it his all every time. For those of you who aren't familiar with him yet, watch his performance at the Ninth Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival.

Beyoncé knows talent and she personally picked James to open up for her during her Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, last year. James was also a featured dancer in her hit videos for "Who Run the World" and "Super Power," if his chiseled face looks familiar-- it's because it's been #BeyHive approved. Frank Gatson, Beyoncé's longtime choreographer and creative director, also manages his budding career.

Luke James Talks His Type of Woman [EXCLUSIVE]

Since his new song, "Options" featuring Miami rapper Rick Ross hit the charts two weeks ago, James has taken every opportunity he can to promote his melodic end-of-summer smash.

The lyrics, much different from his 2011 hit "I Want You", describe a broken love that once made both parties happy. James boasts,

Baby, all I'm saying is WE GOT OPTIONS
Let it breathe
Tell me what's gonna be?
'Cause I never been a fan of running
That's worth the pain, but baby, we'll see

Watch the exclusive performance, below!


Keep up with Luke James by following him on Instagram @WolfJames, downloading "Options" on iTunes now, and looking out for his Sept. 25 self-entitled LP.

**BONUS** Listen to his cover of Sam Smith's "Stay With Me," that all of the blogs are buzzing about.