“Awakening” is illuminating, alternating between constancy and inconstancy. It paints a picture of a lonely person, sitting at home, listening to the clock’s ticking as time flies by, while his mind wanders from place to place. Like water flowing, the ebbs and flows aren’t always predictable.

Inspired by sunrise on a beautiful morning, “Awakening” takes you to a space where the time is slower and each moment is fuller. There’s beauty in its instability and unpredictability. Just like an adventure, no one's listening journey would be the same. There were always new findings and experiences.

Like the shape of clouds, or the wind, or water, it flows above the air, supported by breathing strings and airy pads. For Rien De Keyser, “Awakening” also marks the beginning of using sound design in his music-making. The song also features a few original pads created by the artist himself.

“Awakening” radiates the joy and the moment of excitement from its very core. Bathing in the beautiful sunlight, the energy within recharges and renews. It is vivid imagery of something beyond measurable as well as a moment of peace.

Written by Katrina Yang

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