Elena C. Lockleis’s new single, “I Will Cheer With You,” comes rushing in like an arm extending through the noise, genuine, unwavering, and big-hearted. The song is an intensely intimate but universally felt tribute to strength and emotional connection. Written at a time when Elena herself was traversing some of life’s darkest lows, the song is heavy with that experience, but most of all, it is suffused with the glow of hope. “I Will Cheer With You” is a vow, a reassuring whisper amid the storm.
Recorded at Apex Arts Studios in North Hollywood, the track includes lyrics and melody penned by Elena, production by Jon Worthy, a frequent collaborator she was introduced to via AirGigs. The chemistry between writer and producer is evident on the track. Worthy’s minimalist yet lush production allows every emotional nuance to shine. And then there’s the voice. Jessica Ruth Bell, whom Elena calls a vocalist like no other, offers a moving performance of the song, lending powerful subtlety to the lyrics. Bell’s singing conveys both openness and strength, with every line layered with empathy and honesty. She sings what the words mean, and she believes them, and so do we.
“I Will Cheer With You” isn’t built around big dramatics or overproduction. Instead, it walks alongside you, with light touches of piano, soft textures, and a melody that hangs long after the last chord. It’s the kind of song that reminds you you’re not alone, even if you feel like it.
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