“WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS” By Chris Oledude

Chris Oledude’s “We Will Get Through This,” the fifth single from his debut album “PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1,” is a heartfelt, purpose-driven ballad that arrives at a time when hope is not only desired but desperately needed. Available now on major global streaming platforms including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and more, the song stands as a gentle reminder of resilience, love, and the deeply human need for connection. As the only ballad on an album that traverses social struggle, political critique, and global unrest, the track serves as a quiet yet powerful emotional anchor in Chris’s expanding body of work.

Inspired by memories of childhood tunes, folk melodies, Broadway musical storytelling, and timeless pop duets such as Diana Ross and Lionel Richie’s “Endless Love,” Oledude brings forth a composition that feels warm, familiar, and exquisitely sincere. His voice is matched beautifully by soprano Yanitza Lee, a collaborator he discovered in early 2023 and whose purity of tone elevates the song to a tender, intimate duet. The chemistry between their voices is effortless, weaving vulnerability and reassurance into every lyrical phrase. With guitarist Tomas Rodriguez offering a delicate, expressive backdrop, the production glows with softness and authenticity.

The heart of this song lies in its origin story. Written at the end of Chris’s one-year administrative work with the Philipstown Behavioral Health Hub in Cold Spring, NY, “We Will Get Through This” was born from firsthand encounters with the realities of mental health challenges and substance-abuse struggles. Oledude saw up close the unconditional love, patience, and emotional endurance required of those who support individuals in distress. That compassion became the foundation of the song, performed publicly for the first time on August 31, 2024, shortly after the assignment ended. As events unfolded following the 2024 election, the meaning of the song expanded even further, becoming a message for communities across New York, the United States, and the world.

Placed immediately after a fiercely intense anti-war track on the album, one that protests the brutalities of child casualties and global conflicts such as Israel vs. Hamas, Sudan, and Russia vs. Ukraine, the ballad plays a vital narrative role. It acts as a healing interlude, a moment of emotional restoration in the middle of chaos. Oledude himself has stated that healing must always be highlighted, especially in times of violence, trauma, and political division. This philosophy is woven into every note of “We Will Get Through This,” allowing listeners to breathe, reflect, and gather strength.

What makes the track especially moving is the friendship-centered message at its core. Oledude calls this the “sweetest” song he has ever written, not because it lacks depth, but because its sweetness comes from truth. “Being a true friend is harder than being a lover,” he reflects, a sentiment that resonates deeply throughout the composition. The song is a reminder that real support requires unwavering presence, emotional endurance, and genuine love. It’s a message perfectly timed for the holiday season, when the themes of compassion, healing, and unity naturally surface.

“We Will Get Through This” stands as one of the most emotionally significant releases in Chris Oledude’s catalog, a tender ode to resilience, community, and the power of human connection. It is both timely and timeless, speaking to personal struggles as much as global ones. With exceptional performances by Chris and Yanitza Lee, thoughtful production by Tomas Rodriguez, and a message that carries universal weight, this is a song that should not only be heard but felt. For anyone seeking comfort, hope, or a musical embrace during uncertain times, this track is essential listening. MusicMingle.org is proud to spotlight this release and celebrate Chris Oledude’s unwavering commitment to truth-driven, healing-centered artistry. For additional background regarding PREACHER MAN - VOL. 1 and the songs that are on it, please go to https://www.oledude.rocks/preacher-man-vol-1

Written by Manuel