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Music streaming on Digital Service Providers has only been around since the beginning of the 21st century, and yet, there is much history about royalty payments paid out to artists. Many people know about how these services pay relatively little per stream in comparison to physical sales or downloads, but how did we get to the point where we are today? Let’s take a look! Image obtained from Mojo Audio To begin, I want to talk about what royalties actually are. A royalty is a payment made to an owner of an asset for the use of said asset. Royalties are a derivative of copyright, which is included in the U.S Constitution. Every song has two kinds of copyrights: the underlying musical composition and the master sound recording. The underlying musical composition is what is written by the songwriter and composers, like the lyrics and instrumentals. The master sound recording, on the other hand, is the physical recording of the song. So, the owners of the underlying musical composition and the master sound recording get royalties each time the song is licensed or used. However, copyright protections do expire. Currently, copyright protections (for works made before January 1st, 1978) last for the life of the author plus 70 years. If there are multiple authors, the 70 years would only begin once the last composer dies.  Image obtained from Wall Street Mojo To understand how streaming royalties were set up, I do want to briefly discuss royalties prior to streaming. Congress enacted the first mechanical copyright law in 1909, which meant that artists could get paid for the physical production of their work. At this time, mechanical copyrights were used for piano rolls, but this progressed into vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs. However, when streaming became another method of music consumption, it became a problem. The music being played wasn’t being physically created, so how would the copyright owners get royalties? Congress enacted the Digital Performance Right in Sound Recordings Act , which allowed the owners to get paid for these digital uses. Image obtained from Unified Manufacturing The next big stride in streaming royalty payments was the Music Modernization Act of 2018 . The act addressed problems with compensation and streamlined the process for audio-only, on-demand streaming, such as Spotify and Apple Music. There had long been calls for increases in royalty payments from streaming (and there still are), and the act addressed that problem. However, the act did much more. It created the Mechanical Licensing Collective , which helps issue blanket licenses, which are a singular license that grants you access to a large catalog of music.  It created a public database of songs, license owners, and the percent of ownership. The database matches the writers to their compositions and sound recordings for royalty payments It allowed for producers and engineers to get royalties for their additions to the underlying musical composition and the master recording. The reasons for the creation of the act include: Streaming was driving the vast majority of the growth in the music industry. According the to the RIAA (the Recording Industry Association of America), streaming accounted for 84% of recorded music revenue in 2023 , roughly 14.4 billion dollars It was a complex process for streaming services to get individual licenses from all the composers. With the Music Modernization Act, it created a blanket license,, which streamlines the process of licensing There were attempts to make a database similar to the MLC called the Global Repertoire Database (GRD). However this failed due to political reasons. Image obtained from the Recording Academy So, what’s happened since then? A bill, titled the Living Wage For Musicians Act , was introduced into the House in March of this year, which aims to bypass the middlemen (aka record labels) in royalty payouts. The goal is to increase the royalty payments to one cent per stream, as opposed to the fraction of a cent that streaming royalty rates are currently set as. These payments would be funded by a 50% fee added to every subscription. However, this fund of money to the artist is not a replacement to the current royalty payment system, but a supplement. In addition, the bill would also establish a cap on royalty payments for songs that get over 1 million streams a month. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich) and Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) collaborated with Damon Krukowski, an organizer of the Union of Musicians and Allied Workers , to draft the bill. It is currently under review by the House Committee on the Judiciary.  Image obtaine d from the United Musicians and Allied Workers Streaming services themselves have also responded to the calls for higher streaming rates. Spotify introduced a new model in 2023 that would require tracks to obtain at least 1000 streams per year to get royalties. This is more in response to the great abundance of AI-generated tracks on streaming services, but this new model was also designed for artists who generate a substantial amount of engagement. Deezer, in collaboration with Universal Music Group, created a similar model that would increase revenue for tracks with over 1000 streams a month for 500 different artists.  These actions have all received mixed reviews from industry professionals and artists alike. The issue of streaming royalty payments is one that has become increasingly complex. In order to raise revenues for artists, it will most likely come out of the consumer’s pockets. To find this balance isn’t easy, but I hope that in the future we can find a way to properly compensate musicians that add so much to our lives. Written By Lauren DiGiovanni Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

Although sometimes we might not want certain relationships to end, if that’s what's for the better they eventually do. It doesn’t mean we won’t reminisce on memories and hope for one more second with the person we lost. “We’re Over Now” by Cece Benz is about coping with your ex moving on with someone new and realizing your relationship has truly ended. Watching someone you love fall in love with someone else is one of the most gut wrenching feelings, especially when it seems like their relationship is better than yours was. Although looks may be deceiving, watching your ex pine over someone else where it seems like they are a completely different person (when it comes to relationships) hurts. Watching them give someone else the treatment you wanted but never received stings. Cece thought her ex wasn’t capable of love, but then she questions if maybe he just wasn’t in love with her because he didn’t show it very well. This song is about wanting more. Cece saw right through his flaws and called him out on his act. She thinks that might be a reason why the relationship ended. There’s also a lyric in the song that I really resonate with, “'Tis the Damn Season”, for many reasons. First of all, I’m a huge swiftie so this lyric being a subtle nod to Swift’s song (of the same name) is very exciting. “'Tis the Damn Season” by Taylor Swift is about going back to your hometown and seeing someone from your past that you used to be very connected with. Time stops moving when you are reconnecting with your past, but everyone else continues to move. When you leave your hometown and are finally snapped back into reality your world begins to start again, but now you have an open wound. Cece does a great job connecting Swift’s meaning to her own song, which is very fitting to the theme of “We’re Over Now.” Now, Cece is back in her hometown reminiscing on the past and is filled with memories and overwhelming feelings about people from a certain time in her life. “We’re Over Now” is a beautifully layered acoustic indie track about time moving on but being stuck in the past. It’s also about realizing that a past relationship is truly over because your ex is currently moving on with someone else. Produced by Luke Giles, “We’re Over Now” is a great song to listen to when you’re in your feels. Cece really opens up through her lyrics. She expresses true vulnerability, especially by the way she sings. I love that the acoustic guitar is the foundation of the instrumentation. As the song progresses, more elements like shakers and upbeat tones are added to the track. Cece’s tone and voice are so unique and so easy to listen to, because she’s that good. Cece Benz is a singer-songwriter from Atlanta. She began writing and performing original music at twelve years old so it’s safe to say she had her talents from a very young age. Right now, she is a student at Berklee College of Music where she continues to grow her abilities as a musician. She’s performed all over Atlanta, Nashville, and Boston playing at a variety of different venue types. Cece’s lyrics are personal yet relatable. She is definitely a rising star and one to look out for. Check out “We’re Over Now” and give it a listen! Written By Alexa LaMalfa FOLLOW CECE BENZ: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube

The wait is over: fiery pop sensation Maiah Manser has just released the fame-denouncing single of the season, "Hollywood"! An allusion to the contents of the rest of her new EP, Fourth Wall, this song perfectly captures what the short-set is all about: the realities of fame and success in today's unrelenting industry. Not only does Manser excel in this track as a vocalist, but the visual artistry tied to this piece leaves a profound impact on its audience. "Hollywood" gives listeners a taste of reality, with Manser's gripping commentary on womanhood, industry secrets, and maintaining one's integrity amid the business. Manser's keen sense of this ever-evolving craft is portrayed through this EP, a conceptual amalgam of all of the pros and cons that come with working in the music and media industry. Manser explores themes of artistic identity, authenticity, womanhood, fame, and so much more, using that second-person point of view to pull her audience in, and, as the EP title suggests, break the fourth wall. "Hollywood" is a powerful, engrossing track that dives deep below the genre's surface and hidden demands. The song opens with chilling, ominous strings that draw you in before the lyrics begin. The orchestral opening paired with Manser's smooth vocalizations has the listener eagerly anticipating the first line. Manser's velvety voice adds richness to the song's subtly foreboding nature, preparing us for the depth of the production and lyricism. Its hauntingly beautiful sound alludes to the temptations of success that captivate us and leave us blind to the bitter truth behind entertainment. Throughout the song, Manser draws out almost every word, taking her time on each phrase without sacrificing the momentum or quality of the track and preparing us for the catchy melody. The chorus that follows is simply addictive, focusing all of our attention on the main subject of the song with utter grace. "Hollywood" is a song you can't listen to just once, as it's pure bliss on the ears. Manser's range, unique style, and clever wordplay shine through in this piece, all working to highlight the true nature of her experiences as a growing artist and illuminate the secrets hidden behind the illusive curtains. Straight from Cali's infamous Los Angeles, singer, producer, and visual artist, Maiah Manser has steadily paved her path to pop stardom! Manser began her successful career by simply putting herself out there and garnering considerable attention and exposure on TikTok, which provided a solid foundation and online presence for her musical journey, in addition to her boundless talents. Manser has expanded her reach to more than just the mainstream pop world, with one of her songs landing itself in Netflix's very own "Devil in Ohio"! Manser's Fourth Wall now stands alongside her series of critically claimed EPs, "Second Skin" and "third degree", making a wonderful addition to her colorful discography. As fans immerse themselves in Manser's latest works, they can't help but continue to be on the lookout for more highly anticipated hits! Make sure to stay tuned for upcoming updates and releases by following down below! Written By Pejah Carr FOLLOW MAIAH: Instagram | Spotify  | Facebook  | YouTube

"Dead Giveaway" by colby! is an authentic representation of what it's like to realize you are giving too much to a relationship with someone who doesn't give back. With a motivating message of moving on, the lyrics tackle the details of how a person has let the speaker down. Leaving no room for denial and breaking down the truth, the song opens with the powerful lyrics "it's not the things you say, it's the stuff you don't," before moving on to explain that you can't hide the truth. With an inspirational meaning, this song lets listeners know to trust their instincts and that they should not tolerate mistreatment. Upbeat pop instrumentals meet ambient, reflective vocals in this track. The sound of this song takes you through more grounded and gutsy feelings in the verse before lifting to a confident, dynamic place in the chorus. colby!'s singing through the verse is quiet and edgy, bringing a gently throaty texture to the words. Vocalizing and a resonant repeating pattern of electronic instrumentals add to the sonic journey of this track before the groovy and immersive sound of the chorus takes over. Percussion, guitar, and louder singing will entrance you in the bold lyrics. Listeners will love the catchy sound of this song with its honest and poignant message. colby! is an artist from Texas who has been singing since childhood. At the age of 14, she began collaborating with her brother/producer RJ Johnson to make music. Using songwriting as a creative outlet, colby! makes music that provides listeners with an uplifting release. She uses social media to showcase her beautiful vocals through covers of popular songs. colby! has earned nearly 60 000 monthly followers on Spotify and spots on editorial playlists on Amazon Music and Spotify with her exciting songs. With singles and a recent EP, her growing discography has caught the attention of listeners across the globe. Check out the links below to keep up with her music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW COLBY!: Instagram   | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube   *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

"Where The Pitiful Reside" by Koala Bar is an introspective track that deals with the dark emotions that arise from rejection. This song weaves its poeticism into feelings of resentment with lyrics like "there's more than meets the eye for an eye" at the beginning, delving listeners into ideas of nuances buried under the surface and a need for retaliation. Demonstrating the way these spiteful feelings can age you, beautiful metaphors powerfully work through the track, calling the speaker "a mayfly growing old". This singular dark reflection takes a unique journey through precise turns of phrase that will leave you haunted. Gloomy & reflective, "Where The Pitiful Reside" will move you with its intimately dark sound. Bold percussion creates an ominous feeling throughout the tune and piano follows the melody of the vocals with a repeating pattern consistent throughout the song. This song is purposely slow, as though the lyrics are haunted by emotion and the past. Soft male vocals bring a hazy sense of reflection to the track what will have you hanging onto every single word. Intense sound effects like the release of compressed air accompany sounds of guitar at the close of the song. On rainy days that you just want to lean into the gloom and darker emotions inside your head, this song will be your solemn companion. Koala Bar is a Swedish musical group that has been putting out alternative pop music for nearly a decade. With their music earning a place on Spotify editorial playlists, and leading them to perform at music festivals like the Purple Fields Festiva l, the band's performa nce and music making skills embody an entrancing energy. Currently consisting of four members, the band blends Jonatan Duregård and Axel Ploman's dynamic guitar and vocals with Petter Göransson's bass and synth and Olof Yassin's percussion and synth skills. Check out the links below to keep up to date with their music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW KOALA BAR: Instagram   | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube   *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

With knowledge beyond his years, 16 year old Tobi LaCroix released his latest single “Orion” on November 22nd, and the track has already gained over 3,000 streams. The lyrics follow LaCroix’s point of view of growing up and settling into adulthood, while mourning the loss of childhood and innocence. He begins to realize that there is always another shoe to drop, a downside to every goodside, and that nothing is ever as bright as it was as a child. For his whole life he would sing to the constellation Orion, and now he asks the stars to watch over him, but also wishes that they had told him about what was to come in the future. The lyrics of this track are heartfelt and extremely emotional, and while the soundscape is somewhat pop, there are underlying tones of nostalgia and wistfulness. LaCroix’s first verse talks about how he has grown up, now sports grey hairs, and has an inner sense of guilt so commonly felt in young adults. The electronic background comes together into a cymbal drop, and LaCroix sings the chorus, “Orion / Watch over my foolish head / I was a kid who didn’t know / That I would end up dead”. In the next verse, he compares things of when he was a child and how they have lost all of their light: daisies and his “seven-year-old zeal”. This message is strung throughout the rest of the track, and LaCroix’s emotive voice tells the tale of growing up but wishing to grow back down. A student at Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, Tobi LaCroix wrote his first song at just age four. Since then, he has studied piano, performed at various festivals, and amassed a large following online. Garnering support from artists such as Halsey, AZA, and Alanis Morissette via his social media content, his career is only on the up. Also dabbling in the theater world, LaCroix dreams of performing on Broadway one day, and is currently creating his own musical production. Also working on an upcoming EP, he wishes to connect with others through his music and show just how talented he is, even at his young age. Make sure to follow the social medias below to stay tuned for more work from Tobi LaCroix. Written By Tessa Maddaloni FOLLOW TOBI LACROIX: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube

"Would've Been Beautiful" by Sam Drysdale is a heart-wrenching dive into fantasies of what life may have been had the speaker started a life and family with the romance of their youth. Longing tangles with reminiscence in these emotional lyrics warming listeners into the idea of what the relationship had been: two people who were only kids when they feel in love. The speaker of the song mourns the life they never started together, growing at deep as to imagine their children would have had their mother's eyes, before reflecting on the distance between them now. When a break up isn't mutual, it can lock you into those cycles of 'what ifs', and this track flips between those moments of wondering and periods of acceptance with lyrics like "I'm afraid to give up on this, but I don't blame you for being honest." Get lost in this intense exploration of struggling to move on with this vulnerable track. Slow, simple guitar fingerpicking open the song, continuing its gentle sound throughout the track. Carrying the raw and authentic spirit of the lyrics, the only instrumentals that fold in are deliberate with glowing ambient chords used sparingly to emphasize the vulnerability in the tune. Sam's soulful vocals are slightly raspy and hit the ear with an extremely expressive narrative sound. Reaching incredibly impactful high notes and vocal layering, the singing is extremely deliberate in coloring mentions of the past with a glowing warmth. With bold ventures into throaty passion, Sam's singing plays with your heart strings. Sam Drysdale is a Toronto-based musician with a distinctly emotional style, powerful vocals, and a guitar-driven sound. From practicing music in his high school bedroom to winning Slaight Music's "It's Your Shot" contest, Sam's musical talents have grown and developed. Earning places on Spotify editorial playlists, his songs offer listeners a fresh and impactful experience. He has performed at venues across Toronto like The Dakota Tavern , The Rivoli , and The Cameron House . Presently, his latest project "Bonnie's Sad Songs" offers a raw, introspective experience through deep lyricism and a bold sound. Check out the links below to keep up with his music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW SAM: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

"PRETTY" by Gina Kaz is a comforting exploration of safety, security, and self image. The lyrics start off with a beautiful statement of reassurance, as the speaker works through words of admiration about a particular person. Watching someone you care about struggle with self-image is a difficult and complex endeavor, and this track takes those struggles and presents them through loving eyes. Listeners get an intimate view of the emotions the speaker feels with lyrics like "how can she not see what I see?" Asking for connection, togetherness, and assurance, this track encourages self-love and accepting the support of the people you love. This electropop song will uplift you with its sonic journey of warmth, reflection, and expression. Breathy, deep vocals instill a sound of reassurance into the track, working through the verse with an intimate tone that warms up into a louder and deep expression in the chorus. Euphoric electronic instrumentals blend with groovy percussion in a way that feels cinematic. With this movie-like anthem of self-love, the sound of this song truly tells a story with a passionate, full-bodied catchy chorus and high, gentle show of vulnerability through the bridge. Bask in the feeling of reassurance and connection with this soothing electropop tune. Gina Kaz is an artist from Philadelphia with incredible talents as a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and performing artist. Her music has won awards, and been featured on ABC Family shows. With a discography of albums and singles that showcase Gina's honest and open musical style, her songs can take you through emotional highs and lows through their raw authenticity. With classical training on piano and experience in songwriting since childhood, Gina's music has a practiced and consistently touching style. Check out the links below to explore her music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW GINA: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

“Caught In The Rain” is yet another example of just how raw and vulnerable Alvin Weise is willing to get. As open as Weise was in this song, the lyrics tell a different story of someone who was used to running away from vulnerability. Oftentimes, people view showing emotion as a sign of weakness, but in reality it’s one of the most powerful and freeing things you can do. This song symbolizes how lonely and heavy it can feel when you force yourself to hold everything in. The title “Caught In The Rain” even serves as a metaphor of being stuck in a figurative storm of emotions that seem never ending. But in many cases, the clouds tend to dissipate when we talk about our feelings and seek the necessary help to navigate them. Speaking about what the song means to him, Weise said, “‘Caught In the Rain’ takes me back to a time of loneliness and self-doubt. I was afraid to show weakness, which made me even more isolated. I tried masking my pain, but it all came crashing down. Writing ‘Caught In the Rain’ was both a cry for help and a moment and a moment of clarity.” Weise’s new single is a song that hits you right in the feels. The track starts off with sounds of rain that are met with a beautiful piano melody that draws you in immediately. As Weise’s vocals came in, I was immediately captivated. His voice was powerful, and also had an endearing warmth to it as well. Weise’s vocals remind me a bit of Lewis Capaldi , whose voice has a similar ache and echoey sound that I heard in “Caught In The Rain.” Along with the piano, the song also incorporated a fun drumbeat that helped build the climactic tension in certain parts of the song. Written, mixed, and produced entirely by Weise himself, “Caught In The Rain,” is a reflective pop gem that everyone should hear. Alvin Weise is a 25-year-old Swedish pop artist, who has proven himself to be a musical triple threat. Growing up in Stockholm, Weise always had music around him. The artist began playing the guitar at the age of 10 and has never looked back. Weise is also currently finishing his final semester at the Musikmakarna, which is known as The Songwriting Academy of Sweden. Although Weise is still a fairly new artist, he’s already had the opportunity to have his songs attached to some musically historic places. His single, “Starting Over,” which he wrote and produced himself, was mastered at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. Weise has made a name for himself as a pop artist who’s not afraid to get vulnerable and his latest single, “Caught In The Rain” is no different. “Caught In The Rain” is out now on all music streaming platforms. Written By Giselle Morales FOLLOW ALVIN WEISE: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

I think it’s safe to say it’s been a long time since I’ve listened to a song I’ve resonated with as much as this one. “Out to Get Us” is the debut single by Anny Ogrezeanu, and is a ballad about the freedom to be yourself. Ogrezeanu is non-binary, and says that they wrote the song to highlight the absurdity of how people can feel threatened by change that has no impact on them whatsoever. I’m a lesbian, so I can relate to this completely. Ogrezeanu says they hope this song can resolve this issue once and for all, and I can only hope the same. It’s an incredible piece, with beautifully written lyrics that genuinely had me in tears by the end of it. When a song has such powerful lyrics like “Out to Get Us”, it’s important it also has some impactful instrumentals, as well. Thankfully, Ogrezeanu has us covered. The song opened with an almost orchestral sound with violins and a piano. Then, Ogrezeanu starts to sing. I genuinely began to tear up the second they opened their mouth. Ogrezeanu has an incredibly powerful voice that I think is perfect for a song like this. You can hear the emotion and desperation in their voice so clearly, something I find most artists struggle to do these days. Anny Ogrezeanu is a German-Romanian singer and songwriter, and as I said before, this is only their debut single. Incredible… I know! You may recognize Ogrezeanu as the 2022 winner of The Voice of Germany, an accomplishment they made after 5 unsuccessful attempts to get a spot on the show. Their cover of Calum Scott’s iconic “Run With Me” has over 3 million streams on Spotify to date, a cover that they actually got to re-record with Scott for the show! Ogrezeanu has always been vocal about their struggles, as well as their passions and values. I’m excited to see how else Ogrezeanu takes lessons and struggles from their life to turn them into art. “Out to Get Us” is streaming everywhere now, so go and listen today! Written By Isabel Mays FOLLOW ANNY OGREZEANU: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

She Is Jules’s latest single “Something About The Weather” explores the overwhelming emotional roller coasters that can occur during seasonal changes. As the cool weather grows cold, you begin regretting wishing for the leaves to fall from their trees. The thought of coming unglued from your couch to experience the changing weather consumes you with panic. Everybody else seems to relish in the blinding Christmas lights and festivities, but you only see grey skies and freezing winds. Autumn and winter months are always heavy-weight on your soul and physical well-being, as if developing into a deep seasonal depression. Whenever Spring and Summer pass by, you take time to mentally prepare yourself for those colder months. Although you once enjoyed the brisk cold and festive holidays, you now await the mental lowness of the cold seasons. Click here to listen to "Something About The Weather"! “Something About The Weather” is an alt pop single that utilizes electro pop instrumentals and effects. We begin with a pulating synthesizing beat that gradually becomes clearer and clearer. This drops into a crystal clear background instrumental paired alongside She Is Jules’s soft yet encaptivating vocals. These vocals remain clear and are paired with occasional gems of reverberation and electronic modulations. Through the pre-chorus and chorus, percussive elements are incorporated and background harmonies increase. A consistent reverberation remains throughout and increases in presence with each chorus. As these verses kick back in, the reverberation and increased instrumentals briefly cut off. As these drops occur, only brief hints of what was built up shine back through. Each element displayed in this piece curates a unique and mellow musical and narrative experience. She Is Jules, Julianna Pollifrone, is an American singer-songwriter. She has been fascinated with and learning music since she began learning guitar at eight years old. Her primary music inspirations are artists such as Taylor Swift and Ellie Goulding. Personal topics such as mental health and relationship dynamics are prominent themes within her music. In her early music career, she posted covers of famous songs which garnered her notable success. Since debuting in her career, She Is Jules has accumulated over 100 million streams across all music platforms. Make sure to follow her on social media and give “Something About The Weather” a listen! Written By Willow Gray FOLLOW SHE IS JULES: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

Taking us on a journey of self-discovery, Mike Posner reminds us there is always light in the dark with his new single, "Beautiful Day (Healing House Version)." The track is a collaboration with Lincoln Jesser , reimagining the instrumentals and putting a fresh twist on the original version of the song. Shedding light on the inspiration behind the lyrics, Posner shares, "My dad told me the two most important things were health and happiness. Health came easy for me, but for a long time, I was in search of happiness. Frustrated, I decided to go on a spiritual journey, walking across America. Doing so, I discovered the 5 gems of wisdom for health and happiness. ‘Beautiful Day’ is the soundtrack to self-discovery and joy." A powerful, uplifting anthem, "Beautiful Day (Healing House Version)" takes the commercial pop vibe of the original recording and artfully combines it with EDM to give the song an energizing, restoring soundscape. The track features dazzling synths, driving beats, electrifying melodies, and Posner's exhilarating vocals, propelling listeners out of the dark and into the light. Between the vibrant instrumentals and moving lyricism, "Beautiful Day (Healing House Version)" has the power to heal and inspire those struggling to find happiness in life. Taking the pop world by storm in 2009, singer-songwriter Mike Posner released his iconic debut single, "Cooler Than Me," catapulting him into the limelight as the track peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and received septuple platinum certification by the RIAA. Following the success of "Cooler Than Me," Posner has had multiple singles and albums hit the charts, including the infamous EDM remix of "I Took a Pill in Ibiza" and his first two studio albums, 31 Minutes to Takeoff and At Night, Alone . If his success as a recording artist wasn't impressive enough, Posner has also flourished as a producer and songwriter, working with renowned acts like Justin Bieber , Big Sean , Maroon 5 , Nick Jonas , Cher Lloyd , and Labrinth . Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW MIKE POSNER: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube