Pretty soon, we are going to learn more about the mastermind that is Pharell Williams. According to Rolling Stone, his LEGO animated biopic, Piece By Piece, will be in theaters by October 11 with Focus Features being the distributor. The trailer for the film was released back in June and it will depict the life and influential career of the Virginia Beach, Virginia native. Adding some extra excitement to the movie is the inclusion of multiple hip-hop icons and their LEGO avatars. Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, JAY-Z, and more will all have roles in what should be an interesting watch. With the multi-hyphenate being behind a project like this, an original soundtrack was almost a sure thing. That's why it's no surprise that Pharrell Williams has dropped the first/self-titled single for it today, "Piece By Piece".
The veteran is no stranger to writing catchy and kid-friendly compositions for films and there might not be anyone better, at least in hip-hop. "Piece By Piece" is a record that encourages people to embrace the journey instead of sprinting to the finish line. Pharrell has certainly paid his dues in the music industry, so this track should fit right at home with his film's potential overarching messages. Piece By Piece has been viewed at by movie critics already at the Telluride Film Festival in Colorado, and so far, it's gotten mixed reviews. However, things could change once it gets a wider screening.
"Piece By Piece" - Pharrell Williams
Quotable Lyrics:
I started a long time ago
I will write my own chronicle
Turn around, that ain't me
Know they followin' the lead
Ninety bill, what I see?
You know it starts with a peace