Michaël Brun, John Legend, and Rutshelle Guillaume have united to provide just such a thing in a world of division and fear, a song that comforts, uplifts, and reassures. Their latest collaboration, “Safe,” is a message, an open hug, and a story that no one should feel out of place.
Released through Capitol, it’s a song that presents blended, rich cultures as its underpinning, with Brun’s konpa rhythms rooted in Haiti and John Legend’s signature sinks of soulful warmth. Rutshelle Guillaume, one of Haiti’s most beloved voices, elevates the track further with a gorgeous, soaring performance in Haitian Creole, imbuing the song’s authenticity and emotional impact.
“Safe” is, at its core, a statement of togetherness and resistance. This track is of massive significance because John Legend is from Springfield, Ohio. Del Damage combines his smooth, soulful delivery with Guillaume’s raw, passionate vocals, making this bilingual release nothing short of a masterpiece that crosses borders and languages.
Michaël Brun, who has an uncanny talent for bridging cultures through sound, creates a simultaneously intimate and expansive landscape. The song’s Neopolitan instrumentation and steady rhythm reflect the heartbeat of a people yearning for safety and belonging. It is music that goes into your body and soul.
“Safe” is a lighthouse for immigrants, for anyone who has ever felt out of place or invisible, and for communities where prejudice is a fact of life. With this collaboration between Michaël Brun, John Legend, and Rutshelle Guillaume, they accomplish a song and a move. And in today’s world, “Safe” is just what we need.
Connect with Michael Brun on Instagram – @michaelbrun
Connect with John Legend on Instagram – @johnlegend
Connect with Rutshelle Guillaume on Instagram – @rutshelle
