Crying Out Loud: Blessing Offor’s Heartfelt Tribute
Two-time GRAMMY Nominee Blessing Offor has released a new song, “Crying Out Loud,” from his highly anticipated album, Real. This poignant track is a personal tribute to his mother, with a bright piano melody that contrasts with the intensity and emotion of the lyrics. Blessing’s decision to preserve the imperfections of the vocal performance adds to the song’s emotional authenticity. The song is a reflection of his experience at his mother’s funeral, where he and his brothers were criticized for crying, highlighting the societal expectations around masculinity and emotional expression.
“Crying Out Loud” is the latest single from Real, an album that explores themes of loss and heartache while still infusing Blessing’s signature optimism. Working with notable co-writers and producers, Blessing has crafted a collection of songs that showcase his unique voice and perspective. With Real, Blessing Offor invites listeners to experience his journey of love, loss, and resilience, and to find hope and comfort in the midst of darkness. The album promises to be a powerful and uplifting listen, with “Crying Out Loud” setting the tone for a deeply personal and emotional exploration.
Real Tracklist:
1. Real (Blessing Offor, Hank Bentley)
2. Oh Child (Blessing Offor, Henrik Michelsen, Bill Maybury)
3. Lift Me Up (Blessing Offor, Morgan Taylor Reid, Fraser Churchill, Pablo Hurtado)
4. The Morning (Blessing Offor, Rita Springer, Dan Muckala)
5. The Roses (Blessing Offor, Dalton Diehl, David Alexander, Midi Jones)
6. Set It In Stone (Blessing Offor, Dan Muckala)
7. Rise Again (Blessing Offor, Edd Holloway)
8. Where My Feet Are (Blessing Offor, Mark Pellizzer, Dominique Sanders)
9. Jordans (Blessing Offor, Hank Bentley)
10. Carry On (Blessing Offor, Dan Muckala)
11. The Time It Takes (Blessing Offor, Sandra McCracken)
12. Barricades (Blessing Offor, David Mescon)
13. Somebody’s Child (with Dolly Parton) (Blessing Offor, Joy Williams, Josh Ronen)
14. Crying Out Loud (Blessing Offor, Morgan Taylor Reid, Fraser Churchill)
15. Just For You (Blessing Offor, JC Stewart)
16. What Tomorrow’s For (Blessing Offor, AJ Pruis, Laura Veltz)
