GAZ New Single & Lyric Video LULLABY FOR THE WORLD

GAZ COMMENTARY

‘Lullaby For The World’ by GAZ is a poignant blend of protest and prayer, inspired by global adversity and a quest for divine intervention. Navigating themes of war, politics, and hopelessness, the track urges listeners to confront societal challenges. Despite hurdles, GAZ and producer Mark Beling crafted a sincere rock lullaby for troubled times.

Inspiration:

‘Lullaby for the World’ was inspired by my profound concern for the current hardships facing the world today. It serves as both a protest song and a prayer for change. Wars, religion, politics, unrest … wherever one looks, these issues abound. I began questioning whether it might be time for divine intervention from above. I aimed to challenge people’s belief systems and ethics while also challenging myself to write something meaningful that could contribute to my prayers for peace and harmony in our world.

Writing:

Recognising the differing perspectives that may arise regarding the lyrics, I intentionally ponder whether humanity’s challenges have reached a significant enough point to prompt a notion of divine assistance, symbolised by a hypothetical ‘second coming.’ The song calls upon the heavens, evoking the presence of God and angels, to intercede in our earthly difficulties. In my imagination, heaven is portrayed as a sanctuary amidst the tumult below, where angels observe the trials of humanity while performing solemn duties such as singing hymns, attending to graves, and providing comfort through the sale of flowers.

I reference major cities around the world to warn that they could be next in line, urging people to take a stand. No one is immune to current events, and stepping out of comfort zones is essential for peace. The lyrics suggest that people are losing hope in the face of constant war, loss, pollution, politics, and poverty. The least I could do was to write about these current events, hoping to raise consciousness among listeners, leaders, warmongers, and the world’s leadership.

The track entices the listener with colourful melodies, harmonies, and strong lyrics that build to a powerful ending, releasing all my anger and frustrations. Transitioning from the quiet and calm verses to the energetic rock choruses, ‘Lullaby for the World’ prompts listeners to consider their mortality, beliefs, and contributions to a better world. It becomes the rock lullaby I had originally envisioned.

Recording:

The production process proved challenging. I wrote the song in September 2023 and brought it to Mark Beling Studios. We struggled to find the right approach, and our initial session yielded only a few recordings worth keeping. It became apparent that we were not fully prepared to tackle this ambitious project.

After listening to the recorded passages, I suggested rearranging a section of the song, sparking a complete rewrite of the lyrics. Despite encountering various issues, including technical glitches and health concerns, we persevered. Mark’s expertise brought the track to life, enhancing it with guitar, bass, drums, and synth, elevating my vocals to a new dimension.