The remix of Candi Staton’s legendary 1976 hit ‘Young Hearts Run Free’ returns the singer to the dancefloor with a thrilling return. In this new version after some time apart, Disco has kept its electrifying energy up yet returned with a modern twist, proving Disco is not a thing of the past, but a still living, still breathing movement which inspires and moves from generation to generation.
Candi Staton’s internationally renowned, deeply soulful and emotionally charged voice and lyrics have forged the sound of Disco Pop and shaped the sound of an era with her work. Staton’s “Young Hearts Run Free — Remix” successfully brings the epic groove of the 70s into the Contemporary Commercial POP and electronic world.
The original ‘Young Hearts Run Free’ was perfect representation of freedom and the ability of women specifically to stand up for themselves. What I cherish about the remix is that, this fascinating narrative is upheld here with Candi’s grainy soulful vocals fully at the helm commanding from the rafters that people emancipate themselves from the striations of life and live to the fullest when dancing to the freedom that is in song. The new version is an assertion to the coping spirit and emotional self-empowerment, concepts that are just as meaningful today as they were close to half a century back.
Cool jazz and synth elements begin along with some chords along with cool bass and drums. This played for 1:50 before the vocals set in. Modern beats and an eager, high energy tempo, the song’s infectious funky basslines, tight drum grooves and shimmering synth melodies won’t stop you from dancing. This adds the classic meets contemporary seamlessly bringing the track onto its own spin on the retro disco or club set.
This latest release ensures that Candi Staton’s legacy will continue to inspire both old and new generations to hit the dancefloor and live life to the fullest.
