Timelessly soulful RnB and Gospel vibes light up the unity and warmth of this latest ode to oneness and connection in the modern realm. d.Rich tackles the issue of division and uncertainty in the lead up to the US election, with the politically inspired, musically rich and welcoming Speak Up & Stand On It.
Intertwining vocals cascade and collide throughout a nostalgic, Boys II Men-style arrangement of melodies and ideas. The voices are sublime by nature, smooth yet expressive and impassioned, and the lyrics deliver an unorthodox twist of contemplation and relevance that helps really get that quality connecting.
Also released as Elect & Stand On It, the single is loaded with lyrics regarding the election and the concept of agreeing to disagree. The release aims to bring people together and not let the darkness and division of the election weigh them down or separate them from those who care or whom surround them in their community.
The idea resounds, that we are all in this together, and the music takes on an impressively evocative and likable presentation in order to let that sentiment ring out.
The release opens up with the simple and profound lyric “I wish we had more love”, and proceeds to delve into the complexities and values of our time in a way that captivates and moves.
