Can We Talk by Nesian Blue
Original song
2022
Digital commission for Duniya Behter
Nesian Blue have contributed to the Duniya Behter Project to write a song called ‘Can We Talk’ about their experience through COVID lockdowns.
Artist Statement:
“We wanted to express what mental health meant to us as polynesians. We understand traditions and expectations which play a part in our mental health. During covid our mental health was affected badly, but there was one thing that kept us thriving, and that was God. Through God we overcame our struggles and all we had to do was call out. All we had to do was talk to him, ask for his guidance and that's exactly what we got. He answered our prayers. This song gives us strength in whatever we do. It helps us remember that in tough times we can always turn to God.” — Nesian Blue
About Nesian Blue:
Oceanic R&B Soul group Nesian Blue carry the spirit and rhythm of the islands with church and culture firmly in their foundation. Connecting their motherlands Tonga and Samoa, they were all born in Aotearoa and are among the exciting new generation of young emerging Pasifika artists creating on Yorta Yorta land.
A strong mutual love for music, family and inspired by community, they all started singing in highschool together landing their first performance at Pasifika Fest 2021. Also featured at the Converge Festival in Shepparton, Nesian Blue are determined to share their god-given gifts to achieve greatness and bring pride to their Pasifika communities.
Rich layered voices flanked with soaring harmonies, powerful and meaningful lyrics with soulful piano and gospel stylings, Nesian Blue will draw you in gently and squeeze your heart.
Related Projects:
Can We Talk by Nesian Blue was commissioned through MAV’s program Duniya Behter. Supported by the Victorian Government through the Priority Response to Multicultural Communities during Coronavirus (PRMC) program. Duniya Behter is delivered in partnership with Point of Difference Studios.
