GOGO Music is thrilled to announce its first release for 2023, a collaboration between the esteemed Ralf GUM and South African R&B sensation Ayanda Jiya. The wonderful result is titled “You’re Special” and is an outstanding work, where the brilliant skills of both artists can deeply be felt.
Ralf GUM has always remained true to his musical vision and feeling. Instead of adapting he chose to rather develop and grow. With an impressive catalogue of top quality tunes, he has become a legendary figure in House Music, but never rests on his laurels, as he continues to redefine his sound and the genre with exquisite releases and collaborations. "You're Special" is yet another stunning addition to his repertoire, taking listeners on an immersive sonic journey that engages all the senses.
Ayanda Jiya rose to limelight in South Africa with the release of her breakout single, Go-Go Girl in 2014, which got nominated for ‘Best R&B’ single at the 14th Metro FM Music Awards. She has since been making waves in the R&B scene, releasing her own music and collaborating with the likes of Sir LSG and Ralf GUM in the House Music genre. Her exceptional vocals have attracted widespread international attention, too, and she recently performed in the USA in early 2023, with much more in store for this year.
As always at GOGO Music we are looking for absolute quality and are delighted to finally present you our first drop of 2023 half into the year with “You’re Special”, a really special song by two very special artists.
Find me in the sunshine
When the day begins
I’ll be in the lime light
Free to live my wins
Chasing all the shadows
Away with my fears
No more introduction
You know who this is
Find me in the moonlight
Luminating stars
Heating up the dark sky
All the way to mars
Everybody asking
How i came thus far
Cheering all around me
Hail the superstar
Oh oh don’t get too drunk in the feeling
You gotta know who you are
It looks so good yet deceiving
Just stay true to who you are
So special, you’re special
A glorious gaze of one in a million
There is not one more of you
Just stay true to who you are
You’re special
You are truly one in a million
Just stay true to you
Don’t you forget who you are
Oh i am the fire
I’m not just the flame
I’m a force of nature
I’m raw, I’m untamed
I walk tall with vigor
I walk tall in grace
I know how to move up
I’m good with the game
Oh oh don’t get too drunk in the feeling
You gotta know who you are
It looks so good yet deceiving
Just stay true to who you are
So special, you’re special
A glorious gaze of one in a million
There is not one more of you
Just stay true to who you are
You’re special,
You are truly 1 in a million
Just stay true to you
Don’t you forget who you are
So special, you’re special
A glorious gaze of one in a million
There is not one more of you
Just stay true to who you are
You’re special
You are truly 1 in a million
Just stay true to you
Don’t you forget who you are
credits
from You're Special,
track released June 23, 2023
Written by Ayanda S S Jiya, Michael Ehnes, Ralf Benkert
Produced by Ralf GUM and Michael "Nivalito" Ehnes.
Lead vocals and background vocals by Ayanda Jiya.
Drum programming, Congas, Bongos, Dun Dun, Shaker, Woodblocks, Bells, Synthesizer: Ralf GUM.
Synthesizer, Rhodes, Piano, Organ, Lead Solo, String Arrangement: Michael "Nivalito" Ehnes.
Mixed by Ralf GUM.
Mastered by Masterlab.de.
Published by Copyright Control, GU Music Publishing.
P&C GOGO Music 2023.
Ralf GUM’s music career dates back to 1990 when he started out as a DJ before establishing himself three years later as a
full-on institution within the deep house scene, recognized in destinations throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East, America and South Africa....more
