DAR.RA released the track, Rise Like the Sun on 29 September 2020. Critics praised the track as, the 'number 1 lockdown release'-
Top Hitz Music. Furthermore, critics say it is 'the Rock anthem that Prince would have written if he still graced this world - Music Mirror (Danielle Holian). DAR.RA seems to be making moves in the music industry because his single is unique. After all, he is likened to Prince. He was regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation (Wikipedia).
Another point which shows that this track is unique is the genre itself. It is a blend of rock and soul mixed with rabid dance vibes. Furthermore, it has an irresistible fretless style bass and a Latin dance combination impact. It perfectly emphasises the hook-filled guitar line (Danielle Holian). Therefore, it is unique because it has three genres, rock, soul and dance. Danielle Holian even stated that it has a plenty lot of flavour. In other words, it is intriguing.
What is the song solely about? DAR.RA said, "When you've been put down since birth and walked the road of broken dreams, and nearly drowned in your tears. Comes a time when the chains of self-doubt must be cut for us to Rise Like The Sun." (Danielle Holian). There are several ways which reveal why the track presents faith. DAR.RA seems to be reminiscing on the times when he felt like giving up. However, instead of feeling sorry for himself, he decides to 'rise like the sun.' In other words, he probably wants to achieve his goals no matter what. Therefore, that is why the song presents faith.
The song lyrics itself present an element of faith. For instance, DAR.RA said,
'Rise like the sun / And shine every day of my life.'
Furthermore, he said,
'If I live to tell the tale / I will kiss the dawn as it comes / Pray that I x 3 / Rise Like the Sun'
The way it seems DAR.RA seems to be a good lyricist who wants to ''rise like the sun' no matter what. He seems to declare that he won't let challenges stop him from succeeding. It seems to be a good track to uplift people's spirits, especially during this Covid19 pandemic. The track is for his forthcoming album, with the working title of, Welcome Comrade.
In a nutshell, DAR.RA is a talented musician because he has been praised by most critics. The beat is also unique and catchy yet to some extent, it doesn't showcase his voice enough compared to his other song, 'Start Again' on Youtube. However, this track is interesting so I would rate it around 8/10.
More details about the artist, DAR.RA provided by Danielle Holian :
Dar. Ra is a singer-songwriter, producer, and author. In the early 2000s, he signed to EMI, Festival, and various dance labels over the years, leading him to set up the Kusha Deep Label. In 2009, he released his first solo album Soul Hours. He has various EPs Now Is Now, Live For Love, and Cease Fire, including his latest album, New Kinda Normal, under his belt. He has music on various Hollywood films like ‘Snakes on Planes’ films starring Hilary Duff on ABC TV, Match Of Day (BBC TV) and the US Documentary City Of Hope. His two new EPs, Stand Up for the Heroes, which is a tribute to essential workers during this current global pandemic, and Whiskey n' Honey, continue to shape his music catalogue. He has written two books under his full moniker Darragh J Brady - Road Tales, which is about amazing people with life-changing stories that he met while touring the globe, and The Night That Jimi Died, which is about a girl who channels the spirit of Jimi Hendrix and rises to change the DNA of the world through music.
What the critics are saying. . . a powerful call to action for change' - The Beat remix called Bhangra Stance 'number 1 lockdown release' - Top Hitz Music 'the Rock anthem that Prince would have written, if he still graced this world' - Music Mirror
'phenomenal song, undoubtedly one of the finest to be released this year – in its mood, kinetic energy, and an adorned darkness, ‘Rise Like The Sun’ captures something truly remarkable about this chaotic era' - Eyes On Hollywood Reporter