Many Christian artists, in an attempt to shed the narrow exposure that accompanies the Christian/Gospel shelf on iTunes, are embarking upon new musical journeys.
For some, the crossing seems both forced and semi-artificial.
Not so for the velvet-piped Kristine Alicia.
Well-known for her background work with dancehall legend Papa San, Soca superstar Nigel Lewis and her wicked reggae dancehall-NeoSoul fusion originals like "I Choose You," "Get Ready" and "I See You," Kristine has a sound that should never have been limited to a singular demographic in the first place.
Albeit her talent was discovered and honed in the church scene of her native Jamaica and in South Florida, her new song "World Record" serves as her official crossover hit.
Utilizing her signature sultry style, Kristine belts, "Free from your labels, free from your rules," loud enough for the recording industry, the church and the world to hear.
Deriving inspiration from the prodigious victory wrought by fellow countryman Usain Bolt at the 2008 Olympics and the following year at the Berlin World Championships, Kristine's message reverberates through every chord and key - don't limit yourself to society's standards.
Armed with a set of powerful lyrics and accompanied by poetess Damali and dancehall artist John Paul, Kristine's timeless message is poised to serve as the anthem for a disenfranchised populous, every oppressed group, every underdog and for every future Olympian who must shatter the oppressive stereotype to reach the pinnacle of success.
At the very least, one will find oneself pumping "World
Record" through your earbuds during intense workout sessions as you have your
own personal Rocky stair-climbing
moment.
Click here to screen the official music video for "World Record."