Sometimes I wonder how the listening public receives songs. “Lighters Up” by Voice The Artist is one that truly deserves better—especially from a marketing perspective. When we first shared our original post, our goal was simple: to help listeners understand the depth and beauty of this track from one of Trinidad’s most gifted artists.
Here’s how we opened that post:“In a moment when the world feels heavy and uncertain, Voice The Artist returns with a track that doesn’t just sound good—it means something. ‘Lighters Up’ is a gentle, soul‑searching groove that leans into hope, resilience, and the quiet strength we hold onto when life tests us. It’s Soca stripped down to its emotional core, yet still carries the unmistakable warmth and groove. Voice is known for.”
We get it—Carnival energy drives the scene. But if you, the listener, want Soca to grow and stand tall as an international signature sound of the Caribbean, you’ve got to step outside the Carnival bubble and embrace music created simply for listening pleasure.
Now that we’ve said our piece, here’s another chance to truly appreciate this excellent song—"Lighters Up," beautifully reimagined by D Ninja Productions.
Show D Ninja some love for his artistry, and take a moment to listen, feel, and connect with the emotional heartbeat of this track.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Remixed Version by: D Ninja
Original Song Production Notes
Song Title: Lighters Up
Artist-Performed by: Voice the Artist
Written by Timothy Thomas, Tabari Davis, Deli Banger, and Aaron St Louis
Produced by: Mikhail ‘Mega Mick’ Corneal
Additional Keys: Nathanael Hamilton
Guitars by: Kwami Morrison and Kyle Peters
Background Vocals by Sinai George, Destiny Isaac, Abigail Phrance, Gabriel McKenna,
Zendaya Fortune and LaShawna Joseph for Moulton Hall Methodist Primary School’s choir,
Vernice “Trini Baby" Herriera and Aaron St. Louis
African Drums by: Kayode Charles
Mixed and Mastered by: Kasey Phillips, Precision Productions
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Soca 🎶
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