GENRE; Soul Rock/ R&B/ Funk/ Classic Sound
RELEASE DATE; 30 December, 2025
RATING; 3/5
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From the very first beat of Rainbow Soul (Single Mix), I was hooked. Chris Oledude has this rare ability to make music feel alive and urgent, like it’s speaking directly to the moment we’re living in. You can hear his lifetime of experience from street performances in New York to decades of activism in every note and lyric. There’s a warmth and sincerity here that instantly draws you in, and the funk-infused grooves mixed with old-school R&B make it impossible not to move along with the rhythm. This isn’t just a song—it’s a message wrapped in sound.
Listening closely to the lyrics, I felt the weight of history and the power of Oledude’s personal journey. Inspired by the Rainbow Coalition movements and his own family’s legacy, he crafts lines that feel both intimate and universal. “There’s a rainbow in our souls! Let your rainbow shine each color every day in every way!”—these words hit harder when you realize they’re rooted in real struggle, hope, and the fight for equality. I found myself reflecting not only on social issues but on how music can connect us across generations and communities.
What really blew me away was the production. The layered background vocals, the tight drum grooves, and the smooth guitar licks create a sound that’s big and joyful but never overproduced. You can tell that Oledude and his collaborators poured themselves into every detail, from triple-tracked choruses to the subtle funk touches. It’s polished yet human, a balance that makes you feel like you’re part of the song rather than just listening to it.
By the time the track ended, I felt energized and inspired. Rainbow Soul isn’t just a single, it’s a statement about hope, love, and the power of music to bring people together. Chris Oledude has managed to take decades of life experience, pain, and triumph, and turn it into something that feels timeless and necessary right now. For anyone who wants music that moves the heart as much as it moves the feet, this song is a must-listen.
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