Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Chris Owens, an American artist. Chris Oledude, who was born in Puerto Rico, has dedicated his life to writing honest, unvarnished songs that genuinely touch people’s hearts. I’m eager to learn more about the backstory of his recent hit song, “We Will Get Through This,” which was released on November 28. Together, let’s dissect it.

To be honest, the trumpet solo that opens the song is among the most exquisite things I’ve ever heard. Chris’s clear, soulful vocals hold these sun-drenched, Latin-infused guitar melodies together as they smoothly transition. It’s an exquisite opening that perfectly establishes the scene.

This song has a very poignant message. It speaks to the “unconditional” aspect of love, which is necessary when someone you love is battling addiction or mental illness. Everyone needs to feel seen, but that comfort can be a lifesaver for someone who is struggling. Chris draws attention to an important reality: feeling “left behind” frequently serves as the trigger for a relapse. This song serves as a reminder that all it takes to help someone get through difficult times is to simply be there for them. It’s an unvarnished look at how important that support network is; without it, recovery’s hard-won gains could quickly revert to substance abuse or relapse.

I adore this song’s ‘how it happened’ narrative! Early in 2023, Chris met Yanitza Lee, his co-lead, at a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. tribute. Her soprano voice so amazed him that he knew he had to have her in the studio for his upcoming album. They had a great time recording “We Will Get Through This,” even though it is a vocal powerhouse that is much more difficult to sing than it appears. Tomas Rodriguez, a guitarist who has been a close friend of Chris’s since 2022, joins them. In fact, this is their first studio recording together, and you can truly hear that camaraderie in the song—Tomas’s playing perfectly balances the vocals.

I’ll repeat what I’ve already said: I want the music I listen to to be purposeful. For me, music is more than just sound; it’s about knowing that a performer has put their all into conveying their message. Chris Owens excels at this. You can see the meaning in the artwork as well as hear it in the lyrics. A man, a woman, and a child are shown on the cover embracing tightly. It’s a powerful picture that perfectly captures the sensation of holding on. For a song about sticking together in the face of adversity, it’s a beautiful and impactful image. Chris deserves praise for the level of detail.

While tragedy may have been the catalyst for his return and rebrand to the industry, Chris is proving to be a force to be reckoned with. He brings a rare combination of pure entertainment and deep, soulful substance. It is one thing to ‘slay’ a performance, but it is quite another to move an audience the way he does. Consider me officially on the lookout for everything he drops. We’ve discovered a genuine star in Chris Owens, and his journey is just getting started.

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