Raj Kumari and John Legend’s inspirational anthem ‘Keep Walking’ for those “who take bold steps” was released on YouTube on Monday. The artists collaborated with Walkers & Co. on a track that is described as a powerful rally cry that is synonymous with progress and pushing boundaries. The song goes on to encourage listeners to be brave enough to step off the well-trodden path and create new ones that will benefit us all.
The second-youngest and first black person to win EGOTs (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) joins forces with the 36-year-old Indian rapper and champion of brown women worldwide to create a song that serves as a call to action for self-motivated people , to strive for social progress.
Raja Kumari shared her excitement about the track: “Walkers & Co.’s platform. celebrates bold steps, and the anthem Keep Walking, which comes straight from the heart, is a celebration of the same spirit. The song speaks of authenticity, resilience and the fire that burns in all of us.”
She added: “It’s been fun exploring a different space, musically and lyrically. I had a blast writing and jamming with John Legend, who, like his name, is a true original. It’s my first ever collaboration with Walkers & Co. and we can’t wait , when the fans hear it… and they’ll keep doing it!”
Taking to Instagram, the rapper shared a teaser of the song and wrote, “LEGENDS ONLY! I’ve been keeping this secret for months. So excited to represent India and work with one of the world’s most amazing artists @johnlegend. It’s a pleasure writing this record in collaboration with @walkersandco.” india I hope it inspires you to live your life authentically and no matter what the obstacle… REIGN! (sic)” John left a heart emoticon with Raj’s post.
In an Instagram video, John recently revealed that he wrote ‘Conversations in the Dark’ for his wife Chrissy Teigen. He also teased his new song ‘Wonder Woman’, which is “a tribute to all the women in our lives who make magic happen and bring so much love and honor into our lives.” He wrote in the caption: “I don’t think anyone will be surprised who #WonderWoman is about”
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