Lift Me Up (from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever) (arr. Mac Huff): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Rihanna / Arranged by Mac Huff
Item: 35-PK01230781
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From Disney and Marvel's blockbuster "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever", this uplifting, Oscar-nominated power ballad from recent Super Bowl performer Rihanna expresses the desire to feel safe and sound, and the need for all to live in light and love. Sure to be an inspiring and powerful moment in any performance!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01230781
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About the Artist: Rihanna
Rihanna burst onto the music scene in the mid-2000s and quickly established herself as one of the defining voices of contemporary pop. Her vocal artistry spans genres, from dancehall and reggae influences to R&B and mainstream pop, giving her music remarkable depth and authenticity. Beyond her recording career, she has demonstrated her range as a performer across major cultural moments, including the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.
In film and television, Rihanna has contributed some of the most emotionally resonant songs to major productions. "Lift Me Up" exemplifies her ability to deliver vulnerable, powerful vocals that elevate a narrative moment. For music educators, her work offers students access to contemporary artistry that commands attention in the concert hall while maintaining serious musical substance.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement captures the song's emotional core while making it fully accessible for youth and mixed choirs. The rhythm section voicing keeps the focus on the melody and harmony without demanding advanced vocal ranges, so your singers can invest themselves in the message rather than fighting the music. Programming a contemporary Oscar-nominated ballad sends a clear signal to your audience and students that choral music lives in the present moment.
What to expect
Warm, introspective, and deeply sincere. The piece creates space for vulnerability while building toward moments of quiet strength. There's a cinematic quality to the arrangement that invites listeners into an intimate moment rather than demanding applause.
Who it's for
This arrangement works for developing choirs, show choirs, and adult community groups seeking contemporary material with emotional weight. It's especially valuable for programs that want to program film and television repertoire alongside traditional concert music, or for directors looking to connect with younger audiences through music they recognize.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir carefully so individual voices don't disappear into the accompaniment. The arrangement's power depends on hearing the harmonic content clearly.
- Let the text drive the phrasing. These lyrics about safety, light, and love need breath and space to land; resist the urge to rush through phrases.
- If using the recorded accompaniment, start rehearsals by learning the piece without it. This builds stronger internal pitch security and helps singers own the emotional arc.
- Pay particular attention to entries after rests. The intimate quality of this ballad means every entrance matters.
How to use it
Place this as the emotional centerpiece of a concert, perhaps after an upbeat opening set or as a bridge into a thematic second half about human connection and resilience. The recognition factor makes it an excellent choice for community concerts, fundraising events, or spring shows where you want contemporary music that still feels substantial.
Skills your students will build
- Singing with precise intonation in a rhythm section voicing
- Balancing melody and harmony parts in contemporary arranging styles
- Connecting emotional intent to vocal technique in a contemporary pop context
- Sustaining legit tone quality across the range of a contemporary song