When approaching ‘Don’t Move My Mountains’, the listeners might appreciate the fiercely electrifying attitude that seems to exude from the record. The latest effort of US-based rapper Christopher the Grey, the track is first and foremost a self-empowering anthem, a proud call to rise up and stand up to the adversities of life, wherever they might take you. In fact, there’s quite a powerful historical relevance to it, as the Grey himself explains: “the song is inspired by an old negro spiritual my mother used to sing, ‘Don’t Move My Mountains’. My take on it is more relevant to now but has the same message of strength and overcoming.”
Of course, Christopher takes the crucial lyrical message and brings it into the modern music industry landscape, giving it a bouncy and groovy hip-hop energy which greatly elevates the record. What’s incredible, is the way he manages to blend old-school influences into a more contemporary style, really showcasing the project’s eclecticism and musical prowess.
Produced and written by Christoper the Grey, ‘Don’t Move My Mountains’ is the empowering anthem you didn‘t know you needed. But don’t take our word for it – experience it yourself.
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