Through "Close Your Eyes," we think about various issues people face, such as struggles with drugs, alcohol, poverty, the burdens of life, and we highlight specific real life experiences depicted in our music video, such as babyloss, community members who are actively on the ground supporting those in need, striving to overcome obstacles, dealing with death, losing one's vision, and the potential slide into depression.
It reflects the way we were raised in our faith to confront the challenges we encounter. While we acknowledge the existence of various sources of support, such as families, friends, clinics, social workers, and counsellors, there are instances when we require personal space to navigate our difficulties independently or simply have some time to reflect. And frankly speaking, it is during these moments of solitude that we may find ourselves grappling with heavy and somber thoughts.
We hope this song is a powerful message to inform people that we genuinely understand some of their experiences. Ultimately, as a source of encouragement for those who feel isolated and hopeless, reminding them that they are not alone and that there is hope even in the darkest of times.
We have personally encountered being in this emotional state and are currently navigating our own journeys, constantly growing and learning despite the numerous distractions and challenges that hinder us from fulfilling our calling and purpose.
We sincerely hope that this song serves as an encouragement and a blessing to all who listen to it. Our prayer is that it uplifts and inspires you, providing solace and strength in times of need. May its message resonate deeply within your hearts and bring about positive transformations in your lives and it is for ours.
With Love, Kirita, Selevasio, Shaelyn, Peachez, Seletute, Viliami
MADE WITH THE SUPPORT OF NZ ON AIR #NewMusicPasifikaFunding #NZOnAir #NZMusic
VIDEO CREDIT VIDEO & EDITING DIRECTOR : Samuel Ling at GimmeDatCamera ASSISTANT PRODUCER : Bethany Petkovich BTS : Joshua Siu
FEATURES Dave Letele - BBM Fitz Manase - TwoSevenFive Lolagi Visinia & Moni Samson Kelston Boys High School 1st XV Dave Gavet & Irene Low, Wayne Gavet, Faith Schuster Moanekah Va'ai LEAVASA Family TOGAFITI Family TU'IMA Family TUPA'I Family VA'AI Family VETENIBUA & PETERSON Family
MUSIC CREDIT WRITER : Nainz Tupa'i ARTISTS : Kirita Leavasa, Selevasio Tu'ima, Shaelyn Togafiti, Peachez Vetenibua, , Seletute Tu'ima, Viliami Tupa'i MUSIC PRODUCTION : Edward Liu (EdyOnTheBeat), Nainz Tupa'i LEAD & RHYTHM GAT : Viliami Tupa'i BASS : Nainz Tupa'i KEYS : Edward Liu LIVE DRUMS : Malachi Samuelu MIX & MASTERING : Edward Liu EdyOnTheBeat STUDIO ENGINEER : Edward Liu Parachute STUDIO ENGINEER : Scot Seabright
SINGLE COVER DESIGN : Claudine Mailei EXEC PROD / SOCIAL MEDIA & PR : LIL SISTER - Kate Ormsby & Bev Adair-Beets TONE6 - Becks Tupa'i
'Close Your Eyes' by TONE6 is out now on all platforms: https://bfan.link/close-your-eyes-12
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