“Pride”, the first official song for Copenhagen Pride, has now been released. The song is written by Vignir Snær Vigfússon and arranged by Örlygur Smári (also known as Öggi). The song was recorded at demostudie.dk and sung by the Icelandic singer/songwriter Arnar Thor who also wrote the lyrics for the song. Arnar Thor will perform the song live at the Copenhagen Pride show at Rådhuspladsen on August 1st 2009.
”Pride” is thought as a song that would inspire others to dare to be. Regardless of their background, sexual identity or beliefs, everyone should be able to be themselves. The song could be seen as an ode to freedom and Arnar and the Pride organizers hope it will get people thinking, and will inspire others to stand up for their rights. After all aren’t all supposedly to be born equal?
“I wanted to write a song with a message that would get people thinking. It’s important that we can live in a world without prejudices and that one day the phrase ”coming out of the closet” has lost its meaning. It’s about being true to oneself and be able to live your life to the fullest.” Says Arnar Thor when asked about the song.
Arnar Thor’s song is released and can be downloaded through
* iTunes,
* www.tdcplay.dk
* www.cdon.com
* and www.tonlist.is / www.icelandicmusic.com or listened to at Arnar Thor’s myspace music profile page, www.myspace.com/arnarmusic, Arnar Thors Fan page at Facebook "Arnar Thor" or at www.youtube.com.
