Country music star Eric Church is using他的 platform to aid those affected by the devastation of Hurricane Helene. He has dedicated the publishing royalties from his new single, "Darkest Hour," to North Carolina residents, where the hurricane left significant destruction.
Eric Church, the renowned country music star, has taken a noble initiative to assist Hurricane Helene victims in his home state, North Carolina. The hurricane's aftermath has left a trail of destruction, particularly in western North Carolina, where Church grew up. In light of the devastating impact, he decided to release his new song, "Darkest Hour," ahead of schedule, with all publishing royalties going towards relief efforts.
"Specifically in the area that I'm from, the mountains of Western North Carolina were devastated," Church stated. "There are places that are just biblically gone. These are our family members, they're our friends, they're our neighbors – and they're in dire need of help."
Eric Church Aids Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina with New Song, "Darkest Hour
Church's heartfelt song serves as a tribute to the victims of Hurricane Helene. Its lyrics resonate with the resilience and solidarity of those facing adversity: "I'll come running," vowing to offer support during their "darkest hour." The song's release is a testament to Church's desire to use his platform to make a difference.
"We were going to wait to release music until next year, but it just didn't feel right to wait with this song," he explained. "Sometimes you give songs their moment and sometimes they find their own moment."
Eric Church Aids Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina with New Song, "Darkest Hour
Beyond the immediate financial aid, Church emphasizes the song's symbolic significance as a beacon of hope for those struggling in the aftermath of the hurricane. "This is not a quick thing to fix, so hopefully ‘Darkest Hour’ will be able to contribute to that for a long time to come. This song goes to my home, North Carolina, now and forever."
Church's message extends beyond the confines of this particular disaster, acknowledging the broader challenges people face in life's trials. "This is for the folks who show up in the hardest times, offering a hand when it's most needed, and standing tall when others can't," he said. "Even in your darkest hour, they come running."
Eric Church Aids Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina with New Song, "Darkest Hour
Furthermore, Church has urged his fans and followers to amplify the message of the song and support relief efforts. He has established a Chief Cares fund that directs charitable donations towards communities most affected by Hurricane Helene.
As of now, the death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to at least 215, with nearly half of those fatalities occurring in North Carolina. The devastation has prompted ongoing search and rescue operations in western North Carolina, where floods have isolated numerous communities due to damaged roads and bridges.
Eric Church's compassionate gesture serves as a reminder of the power of music to inspire and unite people in times of crisis. His dedication to helping his home state rebuild is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his roots and the well-being of his community.
