Deidré Barnard may have first caught the public’s attention as a contestant on the South African reality series, Die Kontrak, but it’s her debut single, “Beskerm Jou Hart,” that’s solidifying her place in the music industry.
The song, written by Barnard herself, is a modern pop anthem that encourages listeners to stay true to themselves in difficult times. The inspiration for the song came from Proverbs 4:23 and Barnard’s own experiences of being hurt and learning to trust her own instincts.
“What I wanted to convey with this song, was the things that have always carried me through these difficult times: Knowing who I am, what’s important and Who I believe in. If you are able to stay true to yourself and keep the faith, nothing that life throws at you will be able to keep you down,” said Barnard.
The song was produced by Robin Kielly and has a music video directed by Gerhard van Rooyen, which will be available soon. With this single, Barnard is showing that she’s not just a reality TV star, but a talented singer-songwriter with something important to say.
Barnard, who grew up in the Western Cape, has been singing for as long as she can remember. After coming in third place on Die Kontrak, she signed a record deal with Inhoud Huis Musiek and has been making a name for herself in the music industry. She’s starred in the musical, Die Gelofte: ’n Musiekblyspel, and has even filled in for Bernice West as the female lead.
Barnard cites musicians like Taylor Swift, Bernice West, Refentse, Riana Nell, Elandré and Chris Stapleton as her inspirations and hopes to collaborate with them someday. But her main focus right now is her music and her message. In 2023, she plans to release an EP, relocate to Pretoria, start her own music school and be part of the musical, Die Kaplyn.
“Beskerm Jou Hart” is now available on all digital platforms and is just the beginning of what’s to come from this rising star. With a message that resonates with so many and a voice that’s sure to captivate, Deidré Barnard is one artist you won’t want to miss.
BESKERM JOU HART is now available on all digital platforms. Get it here: https://deidrebarnard.lnk.to/BeskermJouHart
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