An original composition steeped in gospel flavour and direct influence from both D’Angelo’s vocal and instrumental arrangements. Reflecting on perseverance and artistic legacy, tipping its hat to D’Angelo, whose life’s work was a huge part of Collier’s upbringing growing up in the late 90s and early 00s, the track speaks to resilience and persistence in the face of obstacles—an affirmation of source and reassurance. “And what’s better than having God by your side, right?” asserts Collier.
The single is accompanied by a live studio video featuring Collier on vocals & percussion, his brother Jeremiah Collier on drums, Richard Gibbs III on piano & keyboards, and Gerald Crawford on bass recorded at SHIRK Studios in Chicago, Illinois by videographer Michael Gaether.
Collier’s deeply personal compositions present joy as an act that isn’t rooted in escapism or abstraction, but rather, as something hard-won rooted in lived experience, shaped by transformation, and sustained through connection. Throughout the album’s five compositions, Collier positions joy as a guiding light during challenging times, an expression of challenging yourself to utilize your gifts, an affirmation of love and discovery, and as an affirmative source of reassurance.
“We are in a paradoxical time, where so much is being revealed to us,” Collier shares. “Everything feels political from every scope… our collective hearts feel the heaviness in the air. Yet I say to you all—don’t despair. For right now, the most political thing we can do is share joy.”
Watch the live filmed recording here.
Pre-order the EP here.
