A 14-year-old Singer-Songwriter's Heartfelt Tribute to Suicide Prevention.
In a remarkable display of talent and compassion, teenage singer-songwriter Romy from Nottinghamshire has crafted a touching song titled 'Hold On' to mark World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), which falls on September 10th, 2023. The 14-year-old, who recently unveiled her debut album 'BOOM!' in June, was approached by Harmless, the eminent center for self-harm and suicide prevention, to create this emotionally resonant track. The result is a poignant and heartfelt plea, encouraging individuals to extend a helping hand when times are tough.
Romy, known for her remarkable musical abilities, spoke about the song's inspiration, saying, "I feel very proud to support Harmless in this way, and I'm really pleased that they like my song and want to use it. I find my inspiration from the world around me, from the things I see, hear, and experience. Growing up with Harmless' impactful work has made their mission a part of my world. I've been involved in fundraising and even performed on the streets to raise money for them. I've seen firsthand that what Harmless does is truly life-saving."
The young artist further explained the song's creation, revealing, "Writing this song was both emotional and empowering. I wanted to capture that feeling of reaching out to someone who might be struggling, urging them to hold on, to not let go. The lyrics came to me quite quickly, and I knew the melody would fall into place once I picked up my guitar. I wanted the song to be a sound of hope."
Caroline Harroe, the CEO of Harmless, praised Romy's talent and the profound impact of her creation, saying, "Romy is so talented, and the song she has written for us exceeded all our expectations — it's so beautiful and moving. We really hope it will help raise awareness not just for World Suicide Prevention Day, but also the wider life-saving work we do at Harmless."
'Hold On' is set to be released on Friday, September 8th, 2023, with all proceeds generously donated to Harmless. You can pre-save the song here
Romy's musical journey has already garnered recognition from The Next Big Thing on Eirewave.
Harmless, based in Nottingham, stands as the national center of excellence for self-harm and suicide prevention. Founded in 2007, the organization has provided invaluable assistance to countless individuals and given a national voice to those affected. As a not-for-profit entity, Harmless is dedicated to promoting recovery and mental health while tirelessly advocating for greater awareness and public compassion for those who require their services.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), observed worldwide on September 10th each year, was established in 2003 in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). It serves as a vital advocacy and communication-based event aimed at reaching national organizations, governments, and the general public with the message that suicide is preventable.
As we approach World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, Romy's 'Hold On' serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of reaching out and offering support to those in need. With her talent and dedication, she is using her voice to make a difference and raise awareness about the critical work of organizations like Harmless in preventing suicide and promoting mental well-being.
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