Portia Clark

PORTIA CLARK

RELEASES HEARTFELT

NEW SINGLE

“BLINDLY”

Inspired by Stevie Wonder

Rising country soul sensation Portia is thrilled to announce the release of her new single,
“Blindly,” a touching ballad inspired by the legendary Stevie Wonder. This latest track promises
to resonate deeply with listeners, combining Portia’s soulful voice with poignant lyrics and a
captivating melody.

“Blindly” is a heartfelt ode to unconditional love and admiration, drawing inspiration from Stevie Wonder’s profound influence on music and Portia’s own personal connection to his artistry.
With lyrics that paint a vivid picture of unwavering devotion, the song captures the essence of
loving someone for who they truly are. Portia’s emotive performance and soulful delivery shine
through in lines like, “You see me as beautiful when I’m feeling ugly, and I know when somebody
loves me, truly loves me… blindly.”

Portia was homeless, hungry, a victim of domestic violence and the daughter to a deceased
South African freedom fighter during the Nelson Mandela apartheid times and is now proud
Australian philanthropic rising country music star blending heartfelt lyrics with soulful melodies to create a unique and captivating sound. With her deep roots from country Zambia giving
passion for storytelling. Her music is a testament to the power of love, resilience, and
authenticity.

Portia’s new single showcases her exceptional talent in blending country and soul influences,
creating a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Her powerful vocals are complemented by rich instrumentation, making “Blindly” a standout addition to her imminent album release.

“This song is incredibly special to me because it reflects a love that is deep and unconditional.
It’s inspired by Stevie Wonder, who has always been a hero of mine. His music and the way he
sees the world have profoundly influenced me. I hope ‘Blindly’ touches the hearts of everyone
who listens to it, just as Stevie’s music has touched mine.” Said, Portia.

Portia is quickly becoming a beloved figure in the country soul genre, known for her authentic
storytelling and rich, expressive voice. “Blindly” is set to continue this legacy, offering fans a heartfelt and relatable new anthem.

“Blindly” is now available on all major streaming platforms.

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RELEASES EMOTIVE NEW SINGLE

‘Look What You’ve Done’

Much like the artist herself, Portia Clark’s latest single ‘Look What You’ve Done’ is powerful, inspiring, and uplifting.

Portia co-wrote her brand new single – the first taste of her upcoming album, scheduled for release in 2024 – with Audius Mtawarira (Flo Rida, Delta Goodrem, Jessica Mauboy), a multiple ARIA and APRA award-winning African-born, Sydney-based hitmaker.

Throughout ‘Look What You’ve Done’, gentle guitar picking, suspended strings and a softly swaying beat cradle Portia’s sublime, soul-stirring vocal performance. “Were you really born here to suffer?” she ponders, channelling her own hardships in order to portray complex emotions through song.

Born into poverty in Lusaka, Zambia and ostracised from her church following a teenage pregnancy, Portia also survived domestic violence before finding true love and relocating to Perth, Australia in 2014. Here, Portia has created the kind of life she always dreamed of, together with her loving husband Brendan and their three children.

Slick production consistently serves to enhance Portia’s exceptional vocals, which retain their rightful place under the spotlight for the duration of ‘Look What You’ve Done’. She also poses a string of important questions during her deeply personal latest single: “Where is the joy in the life I’ve been fighting for?…“Would God really want all this despair behind every door?

Portia is living proof that unwavering faith can transform lives. “Singing’s my life. Portia reflects of the gift that gave her hope and ultimately saved her. By consistently pushing through adversity with courage and persistence, she noticed her dreams started to closely resemble reality.

There’s a significant lyrical shift from first to third person in the second chorus of ‘Look What You’ve Done’ – “Oh look what we’ve done…” – as Portia finally feels supported, no longer needing to shoulder life’s burdens alone. Listeners would then be wise to brace themselves for her awe-inspiring, climactic powernote – Portia’s idol Whitney Houston springs to mind – during the song’s soaring bridge: “It’s time to look inside, it’s in all of you/ Unconditional love inside your heart.”

Through bravely sharing her story and her incredible singing voice, Portia hopes to “uplift people that feel down”: “When I sing my music, I want to be able to encourage people that are hurt. I want my presence – when I stand on stage, singing – to connect with people. I want them to feel better about themselves by the time I’m done singing, because I know how it feels to be hurt and have nobody to talk to. People have different ways of healing and finding encouragement. Just reading my story could save someone’s life.”

‘Look What You’ve Done’ is out now on all streaming platforms.

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