Introduction
“Blessed & Free” is a collaboration between American country music singer Kane Brown and American R&B singer H.E.R. The song was released on September 30, 2021, as the lead single from Brown’s third studio album, Different Man. It is a pop and R&B song with lyrics about freedom and self-acceptance. The music video for the song was released on the same day as the single and features both Brown and H.E.R. performing the song in a variety of settings.
The song has been a commercial success, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It has also been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
“Blessed & Free” has received positive reviews from music critics. Many have praised the song’s catchy melody and Brown and H.E.R.’s vocal performances. The song has also been praised for its positive message about freedom and self-acceptance.