Chilean-American act Saint Mesa shares anthemic offering "Lion," elevated by layers of expansive, textured sonics that backdrop haunting but powerful vocals. With a fierce, empowering energy that captures self-discovery and coming into your own, the track is about finding the power to guard and celebrate your identity despite external pressures.
Written in 2017 and inspired by personal experiences, the track leans into a dark but bold cinematic style. Drawn from an experience of feeling pressured to change their artistic style, the track is a reclamation of creative vision, channelled through a refreshing confidence.
Speaking of the track, he says, "I hope people can feel inspired to take back their own power, whatever that means for them. Whether it's artistically, politically, personally, I hope people feel empowered to take the reigns for themselves. I also hope that the millions of people who have listened to the original version of Lion can appreciate this updated version; a version that shows the journey this project has been led on, thanks to the boldness and initial direction of Lion."
The track is accompanied by self-filmed and directed visuals backed by alluring backdrops that unfurl the story of taking back your power with a gentle cinematic touch.
Rooted in a vivid and genre-blurring sound spanning alternative, electronic, and orchestral elements, Saint Mesa poignant yet explosive musical signature is shaped by an uncompromising artistic direction and liberty. As atmospheric as it carefully structure, the emotive soundscapes soar with control and abundance all at once.
Having stepped away from his label to pursue an intentional and self-defined artistry, Saint Mesa continues to evolve into a versatile artist who balances commercial, filmic appeal and resonant messages with his penchant for experimentation.
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