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Positive Vibes Only: Michaela Anne Embraces Her Flaws In A Cathartic Performance Of "I'm Only Human"
Singer/songwriter Michaela Anne learns to relinquish control with her powerful self-love anthem, "I'm Only Human," in this episode of Positive Vibes Only.
Michaela Anne's next album, Oh To Be That Free, was created during a pivotal, difficult time period of her life: In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, she was pregnant with her first child while caring for her mother, who'd just suffered a near-fatal hemorrhagic stroke.
Those three life-altering events threw Anne's life priorities and artistic identity into sharp relief. Now, with her next chapter of music, the Nashville-based singer/songwriter finds stark clarity about who she is and what she wants to say — beginning with the album's opening track, "I'm Only Human."
In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Anne delivers a confident, clear performance of the song, backed only by her acoustic guitar. Anne enunciates every word, repeating the titular message until it feels like less of an admission and more of a battle cry.
"I'm selfish and unstable/ I'm emotional and I'm wild and I'm hateful," she proclaims in the chorus. "I'm jaded when I'm losing/ I never know what the hell I'm doing/ I'm only human."
The song's lyrics are a declaration of self-love, set up as a speech delivered to a romantic partner who's unpleasantly surprised to discover her flaws — even though she's been clear about them since the beginning. There isn't a hint of guilt in Anne's delivery; If anything, she finds freedom in the act of letting go of how others perceive her.
"It feels good not to think of anybody else, not even you/ A do what I want, when I want point of view/ Finally doing the things that I should do," she sings.
As the leading track of Oh To Be That Free, "I'm Only Human" heralds an album full of cathartic, complex reflections on a life that emerges triumphant in the face of adversity. The full project arrives June 10.
Until then, enjoy Anne's performance in the video above, and check GRAMMY.com every Sunday for more episodes of Positive Vibes Only.
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Positive Vibes Only: Watch Aaron Cole Declare The Glory Of God With A Live Performance Of “SBTN”
Christian rapper Aaron Cole delivers a premiere performance of “SBTN,” a new track from his album, ‘SORRY, I CHANGED.’
Aaron Cole may be uncertain about having enough money for the week, or if the people in his life will recover from their illnesses. But deep down, he believes that God will always have their backs, because "there's somethin' about the name Jesus."
In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Cole delivers a live performance of the song "SBTN," which originally features Kirk Franklin and arrives on Cole's newest album, SORRY, I CHANGED, out April 26 via Provident Label Group. The project also sees appearances from fellow gospel singer DOE.
"I'ma give You Praise/ Your mercy follow me all of my days/ Always gon' love me, despite my ways," the Christian rapper sings. "And I know that/ That I'm blessed/ And I'm highly favored/ Why would I worry?"
"[This album] is not just music, but it's a movement of people that have been through it all, not perfect by any means," Cole said in an Instagram post. "Through it all, you're still standing and molding into the person God is calling you to be."
Press play on the video above to watch Aaron Cole's comforting performance of "SBTN," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Monday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.
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Positive Vibes Only: Watch Selah Praise The “Higher Name” In Encouraging Performance Of New Single
Contemporary Christian trio Selah share the power of glorifying God in this live performance of their latest release, “Higher Name.”
Contemporary Christian trio Selah has found liberation from their anxieties thanks to the power of their newest song, "Higher Name" released on March 22.
Despite grappling with sorrow, pain, and doubt, they have found a path that consistently offers them freedom and security. In this installment of Positive Vibes Only, Selah delivers a stripped-down performance of "Higher Name," with Allan Hall playing the keyboard while Amy Perry and Todd Smith sing on the track.
"No higher name/ That's worthy of praise/ That can free us from our chains," Selah declares in the chorus. "Author of faith/ Your kingdom reigns/ Jesus, The Name above all names/ You're the one that we proclaim/ The eternal God who saves."
Beginning April 19, Selah will perform a string of live shows, including the Singing in the Sun Festival in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and appearances at the 40 Days and Nights of Gospel Music at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky.
According to their artist biography, Hall says, "From the beginning, our words have been comfort and encouragement, and I don't think that has ever changed as a part of our mission... God has let us take the gift of music and share it and do something that could help someone.
Press play on the video above to hear Selah's motivational performance of "Higher Name," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Monday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.
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Positive Vibes Only: Watch Tzy Panchak & Raizy Team Up For A Joyous Performance Of "God Is Love"
Cameroonian Afro-pop artists Tzy Panchak and Raizy team up for a soul-nourishing version of "God Is Love," a collaboration from Panchak's 2024 album 'God's People.'
Back in February, Cameroonian Afro-pop artist released his second album, 'God's People.' The nine-track LP spotlighted several of his fellow Cameroonian artists, including singer/producer Raizy, who features on the wavy, praiseful track "God Is Love."
In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Panchak and Raizy deliver a live version of their uplifting collaboration, augmented by a full band and a group of gospel singers.
"God is love, God is love/ In my heart, in my soul," Panchak sings in the chorus. As Raizy declares in his verse, "I will never doubt how close I get" — both sentiments celebrating just how powerful God's love can be.
Press play on the video above to watch Tzy Panchak and Raizy's full performance, and check back to GRAMMY.com every Monday for more episodes of Positive Vibes Only.
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Positive Vibes Only: Stars Go Dim Encourages You To Be Fearless With A Performance Of "Live Like That"
One-man band Stars Go Dim unveils the freedom you'll find when you "see yourself through Heaven's eyes" in this inspiring rendition of his 'Grace In The Wilderness' B-side, "Live Like That."
Everyone has low points — moments of feeling "unworthy, not good enough," or "like you won't ever win." But as Christian pop rock singer Stars Go Dim suggests, if you "see yourself through Heaven's eyes," you will become the most fearless, unapologetic version of yourself.
"Would you open up your broken heart/ Show them who you really are/ Leave your regret in the past?" Stars Go Dim (aka Chris Cleveland) questions in the chorus. "You can live like that."
In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Cleveland delivers a moving performance of the uplifting track, sitting at a piano in a serene outdoor setting.
"Live Like That" is a B-side from Stars Go Dim's 2022 LP, Grace In The Wilderness, which also features two of his most notable singles, "Authority (In The Name Of Jesus)" and "Satisfied." As he revealed in an Instagram post upon the album's release, "This music represents me as an artist more than any other music I've ever released."
Stars Go Dim is currently on the Authority In The Name Of Jesus Tour alongside The Band Table. The trek is named after his single "Authority (In The Name Of Jesus)," one of two tracks that Stars Go Dim released in 2023; he also released a collaboration with Nigerian Christian singer Chidiya Ohiagu, "Already Blessed."
Press play on the video above to watch Stars Go Dim's encouraging performance of "Live Like That," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Monday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.