Embracing the sentiments of love, loss, and the echoing resilience that interweaves through both, alternative pop artist ROKI introduces her new single “Hands Up” to her audience.
A single that channels the complexity of navigating relationship dynamics, it stands out as a notable prelude to her upcoming EP, Lovable, expected to grace the music scene in early 2024.
“Hands Up” not only illustrates a melodious journey through a relationship’s peaks and valleys but also serves as a symbolic ode to embracing peace amidst relational storms, embodying a musical representation of putting differences to rest to hold onto love.
Juxtaposing a harmonious blend of reflective and engaging sounds, “Hands Up” stands as a testimony to ROKI’s evolution as an artist, who navigated through the tumultuous waters of personal loss and the joy of motherhood while sculpting her debut album MOTHER.
Released on April 22, 2022, MOTHER not only clinched the #17 spot for most added new music on non-commercial North American radio stations in its first week but also inscribed its presence across several North American city charts.
ROKI, diving into the music creation scene from a young age, led multiple bands, meandering through a brief interlude in filmmaking, before resurfacing into the music production domain. Her collaboration with noted producers Ben Kaplan and Winston Hauschild was a significant mark on her solo journey, one that entwined her personal tribulations and triumphs into a melodic narrative.
Her new single is infused with reflections from a minor conflict with her partner, embodying the realization that relationships entail a spectrum of highs and lows. ROKI reveals, “[It’s about] figuring out how to navigate the ebbs and flows with more grace and understanding…sometimes you just have to put your hands up in the air, and say enough.”
It’s a serene yet emotionally profound surrender to preserving love, an intimate insight into her personal life, and a universal sentiment many can resonate with.
With “The One,” the first single from Lovable, already having been welcomed warmly since its release on September 5, 2023, “Hands Up” has a pathway illuminated by positive reception and anticipation.
As ROKI heralds a new era, characterized by a more optimistic, brighter, and love-infused sound, her music continues to weave a tapestry that intertwines her personal narratives with melodies, enveloping listeners in a rich, emotional embrace, and taking them along on her journey through the various facets of life and love.
The upcoming months promise more releases from ROKI, offering further glimpses into her evolving artistry and the myriad of stories yet to be unfolded through her music.
Listen to “Hands Up” below!
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