Award-winning folk singer Lynn Hollyfield has shared her second riveting single this year. Entitled "We Are The People", the song and music video is co-written by story weaver, poet, and playwright, Carol Burbank and produced by Grammy-nominated Seth Glier. The track is the latest preview of Diving In, her upcoming fourth studio album, and arrives as a timely, heartfelt response to the divisions many Americans are feeling right now.
With "We Are The People", Lynn Hollyfield shares a musical call for us Americans to unite and protect our democracy. The single discusses our rights to protest, march and speak against tyranny, fascism and injustice. Lyrics including, "We are the people / Let's join hands / Together we stand / We are marching together / Our hearts in the streets / We raise up our voices / For those that can't speak," show this narrative. Musically, "We Are The People" begins with acoustic guitar as Lynn's warm and emotion-rich vocals are ushered in. Lynn Hollyfield is a phenomenal and important voice in contemporary folk. Her sound blends a rich alto voice with lush acoustic guitar work, often colored by jazz-tinged chords and bluesy phrasing.
The single is shared alongside a music video showing Lynn walking in nature guitar in hand, performing coupled with scenes of everyday Americans protesting. The video like the single, highlights peace, community and togetherness.
Beyond the new music, Lynn Hollyfield remains an active presence in the folk community, touring up and down the East Coast, hosting the Songwriter's Association of Washington open mic, and serving as Music Director at the Celebration Center for Spiritual Living in Falls Church, Virginia.
"We Are The People" is a song that doesn't shout to be heard, but earns its impact through sincerity, craft, and a clear sense of purpose. Add this musical gem to your favorite playlist and share it with your family and friends.
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