I have to admit, Monét Merchand is one of those artists you listen to for the first time, and you immediately fall in love with them. Prior to today, I did not know of her existence, but after a fulfilling trip down her impressive catalog, I feel like I have known her forever. She is the embodiment of versatility, coming through with a peerless range that you can only earn. Pop, R&B, hip-hop, funk, and soul dance and fuse under her magic spell and her voice—tenderly nurtured, soulfully rich, and immensely expressive is a force to be reckoned with by itself. With a lifelong passion for music that has grown with her, she is finally living her dream as an artist, winning the hearts and souls of authentic music lovers, one hit at a time. And since numbers don’t lie, it is safe to say she is one of the most-listened-to artists in vibrant New York City.
“WORK HARDER,” the single that introduced her to the sonic world; one that has gone on to amass over 64K on Spotify streams alone and this is no less than it deserves—this is what a radio staple feels like and has the capacity to compete with the best of them.
As someone who devours music in unhealthy amounts, that intro in “WORK HARDER” hit me the same way the track Uptown Funk did. There is just that thrill in the beat that makes you gravitate more towards the track, and once it starts unfolding, it does so with infectious allure.
Promptly, Monét rides this beat, effortlessly exuding a rhythmic and hauntingly inescapable cadence with her lyrics, crystal clear and instantly identifiable. The chorus, delivered with a palpable passion, underscores the anthemic appeal of this jam.
Monét’s vocals are sweet-sounding with an old-school range and effortless power, and she knows how to make the most of them, making for quite a religious experience.
While the track has an undeniable pop foundation, you cannot deny its funky and disco vibe, and the stunning details, such as the sax, add that brass mellowness to the jam, elevating its appeal.
The lyrics here pertain to that relentless work ethic, determination, sacrifice, and persistency in pursuit of excellence…something that everyone could do with.
Add this song to your library, recommend it to a friend or stranger, check out the other songs from Monét’s growing catalog, and follow her everywhere to be part of her trailblazing journey.
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