There are artists you feature once, and then there are artists who stay with you in your heart, headphones, and quietest reflections. Ulrich Jannert is the latter. After spotlighting his rousing release “Breaking Free” last month, I knew that whatever came next would carry the same authentic warmth, musical finesse, and wisdom he’s become known for. With his single “Find Your Own Stars,” the Malmö-based composer, producer, and songwriter doesn’t just return; he ascends. Let’s delve into this masterpiece of a track
From the first line, “Do not wait for somebody to show you the sky. The stars are calling don’t ask why,” Ulrich pulls us into a personal awakening right away. It’s an invitation wrapped in melodic poetry, a gentle nudge to rise, believe, and go after our guiding light. This opening alone gave me chills; it’s a call, a reminder I didn’t know I needed.
And then there’s his voice. There’s a sincerity in Ulrich’s delivery that bypasses the ears and heads straight for the heart. His vocal tone carries the weight of lived experience; seasoned but soft, steady but emotional. He doesn’t oversell the message. Instead, he lives it in each note, letting the emotion simmer just beneath the surface. In the chorus, “Find your own stars your own way. Light up the dark don’t delay,” his vocals swell with an inspiring urgency. There’s no preaching, only a gentle truth wrapped in sound.
Also, the bridge is another standout moment, both lyrically and sonically. “Picture the dreams held in your hand. Feel the pulse it’s yours to steer” feels like a whispered epiphany over a tapestry of ambient textures and restrained percussion. It’s the eye of the song’s emotional storm; a quiet place to reflect before the chorus lifts you again.
Instrumentally, “Find Your Own Stars” is polished and organic. You can hear the attention to detail in every layer. The production is gentle yet rich, with soul-pop warmth coursing through smooth guitar riffs, melodic keys, and ambient textures that give the song a spacious, dream-like quality. There’s a subtle twang in the arrangement; a nod to country rock that blends beautifully with the contemporary rhythm section. The groove is laid-back yet full of drive, carrying the song forward without ever overwhelming it.
Personally, this song moved me in ways I didn’t expect. As someone who often wrestles with timing, doubt, and the ever-ticking clock of creative pursuits, “Find Your Own Stars” reminded me that my light doesn’t need external validation. It inspired me to revisit some long-stalled ideas and pursue them with renewed energy. Ulrich’s music has a way of doing that—not just playing in the background, but gently pulling you forward.
If “Breaking Free” was about shedding what holds you back, “Find Your Own Stars” is about discovering the limitless sky that opens up afterward. Ulrich Jannert crafts soundtracks for personal transformation and I love him for that, he has a special place in my heart. And as far as I’m concerned, this is a standing ovation for an artist whose music lights up the dark in all the best ways. Let’s keep watching the stars with Ulrich Jannert and be right there with him. This song is our reminder today not to wait or delay; our stars are already calling.
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