In light of the recent decisions in the Michael Brown & Eric Garner cases, Alicia Keys decides to come through tonight and appropriately release her new ballad “We Gotta Pray”.
Backed by heavy-piano keys, the R&B superstar delivers a heartfelt message that reminds listeners to stay positive and to spread unity, peace, and love throughout these tough times. Released as a video, images of protestors are seen holding signs all with various messages pertaining to issues all across the world. It follows up her most recent release “We Are Here”.
Take a listen to the peaceful anthem below.
Quotable Lyrics:
Fire in the air, what the hell goin' on?
Sirens everywhere, singin' that street song
Violence everywhere, barely holdin' on
What the hell goin on? Do you know who you are?
Do you know who we are?