The Essentials is the perfect starting point for anyone new to my music. Featuring a handpicked selection of my best tracks across a wide range of genres—soul, pop, reggae, lofi, hip-hop, and more—this playlist brings together hits from albums like Recollection, Calibration, Ascension, August, and beyond. With a mix of unforgettable melodies and diverse vibes, The Essentials captures the essence of my sound and offers something for every listener. Whether you're here for laid-back grooves, upbeat anthems, or introspective moments, this playlist is the ultimate introduction to my musical journey.

The Essentials

After a recent morning run we saw the frost melting under the Sunrise.

Sunrise Frost

A haunting and evocative piece with a deep, resonant bass line  and complex layers of Rhodes, percussion, and synths. The musicians build tension throughout the song, creating a sense of restrained drama that is only fully released in the final moments. Despite its complexity, the track maintains a sense of restraint throughout. The musicians never fully let loose, always holding something back and keeping the song on a tight leash.

For commercial and derivative licences, please visit our Pond5 profile, where you can buy this track for a number of additional uses. www.pond5.com/artist/covertacoustics?ref=covertacoustics

Midnight Fog

Fate

Mirror Mirror

Mundo Frio (Reggaeton Instrumental) - TOPSDLS

Chris Morris releases his latest instrumental single 'Voyage' - a bossa nova-inspired, feel-good track packed with good vibes and laid-back lo-fi sounds. The perfect soundtrack for a summer getaway.

August

Voyage

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Forget Your Sorrows

Ravage

rockon2022

what the hell

Sticky Custard

Original:  https://soundcloud.com/user-681984788-924410301/signal

On November 10th, 2022 humanity sent out a signal into deep space.   

Out there in the unknown reaches of the void... something heard the call.

Here is the response.

zoleska - Signal (NANOHIVED)

Ascension

Wonderful Life

She's a special girl 
Travels 'round the world unafraid, an escapade, a renegade 
My lost love at first sight 
My hearts like dynamite, all a blaze, I'm in a daze but amazed 

One day it's going down 
She always stuck around 
I never had the nerve to say 

Oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
And I want you in my life 
And I said, oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
We could change the world 
You are Just That Girl 

She doesn't know I love her 
Total infatuation 
Soon is the time, I roll the dice, put it on the line 
Down to earth and unafraid of obstacles 
She always has a smile on her face, I gave her space, now I want a case 

One day it's going down 
She always stuck around 
I never had the nerve to say 

Oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
And I want you in my life 
And I said, oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
We could change the world 
You are Just That Girl 

Let's go to lover from a friend 
It makes no sense to pretend 
I'm open to let you in 
Help me change the world 
You are Just That Girl 

Oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
And I want you in my life 
And I said, oh oh, let's go 
You are Just That Girl 
We could change the world 
You are Just That Girl

Recollection

Just That Girl

"Walk Straight To  The Sun," from the Roots Covenant EP, "Divine Light."

Vocals, Keyboards: Chris Morris
Drums, Guitar: Adrian Cisneros
Bass: Ivan Garzon
Trombone: Mike Benge
Trumpet: Fred Gonzalez


Walk Straight To The Sun

CHRIS MORRIS
"Can I Have This Dance?"

Produced By: TEAM ICE

Redbana US, a leading publisher of online games, recently held a "Call for Artists" Competition for its global hit video game Audition Online. It was announced by Redbana that "Can I Have This Dance," by Chris Morris would be featured alongside many of today's hottest musicians, including chart-topping artists such as Lady Gaga, Ke$ha, Ne-Yo, Fallout Boy and Jordin Sparks. 

Chris Morris is a multi-faceted Artist/Composer/Performer out of Southern California. He is currently putting the finishing touches to his long awaited album, "the Catalyst," and hopes that the exposure he gains from having this song in Audition Online can jumpstart the buzz on its release. "It's such an exciting honor to be included alongside such superstar artists on an internationally recognized game," said Chris. "2010 has been nothing short of a blessing. From performing in arenas, playing the Sunset Strip, launching my website and now seeing these cartoon figures dancing to my music is nothing short of mindblowing. I'm very grateful." 

"Can I Have This Dance," was produced by Team Ice (Tony Holder & Charlie Duckworth) and is now available for download at Chris' website www.theartofchrismorris.com. It is also being distributed worldwide via iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby. Chris recently performed this song and others from his forthcoming album at a recent party for the cast and crew of the hit ABC TV show, "Dancing With The Stars," at the popular Los Angeles music venue, "The Mint." 

In Audition Online, players dance to upbeat jams, hitting moves in-sync with the rhythm to promote their character to stardom. Audition Online currently boasts 300+ million registered users worldwide on their platform. 

For more information on Redbana or Audition, visit: audition.redbana.com 

For more information on Chris Morris, please visit: www.theartofchrismorris.com

Can I Have This Dance?

along side losing the original files for this album, there were a ton of older songs of mine that were once released but dissapeared and i don't know what happened to them. one of those songs was called Overdose. Though this song is not a full remaster/recreation of that, a lot of the lyrics including the hook is what i remember of it. it was one of my favorites.
sufferplenty - Retreat (Prod. Blade901 x Ayoblake)
Stream Retreat:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4UC1pQwHtuuVfjSiGpnajH?si=0ad2940d47944afe
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmgrRWeHP2w&t=653s
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/retreat/1618386058?i=1618386658

Lyrics: (Hook)
Sober, i'm sober
Was never over but now i'm sober

(hook)
Sober, sober, sober
Feeling no emotions
Sober, sober, sober
Strength is the devotion
Sober, sober, sober
Fuck it i'm overdosing
Sober, sober, sober
Drowning in my emotion

(verse 1)
I'm just a flaw, nah I’m a bomb, yeah
I came to tell the truth
Instead i lashed out at you
Meant to stop myself
Failed now it’s in the past
Present and still not ready to tell the truth
Honestly my mind is the worst
Lately been avoiding my bedroom
Its a straight up a reminder
Of all the hell I’ve been through
Open flames burning skin
That smell it's trapped in the air
It ain’t real but I believe it to be
So I guess now the question is to be or not to be?

(hook)
Sober, sober, sober
Feeling no emotions
Sober, sober, sober
Fuck it i'm overdosing
Sober, sober, sober
Strength is the devotion
Sober, sober, sober
Drowning in my emotion
Sober, sober, sober
Emotional roller coaster

(verse 2)
Its like i done burned and CRASHED
Nothing can help me get through the day
I keep thinking its just death all around me
Lively faces but their eyes hide pain
From ages of devastation
I burnt myself on the ash drinking from a flask
Cause the pain is now A reminder
Of how it even started
I'm losing my mind, I’m losing my high
No one even notices my countless attempts
To Isolate myself from this and disconnect again
The walls aren't talking again
But its cool cause i'm a loner again

(hook)
Sober, sober, sober
Feeling no emotions
Sober sober sober
Fuck it I’m overdosing
Sober sober sober
Emotional roller coaster
Sober sober sober
Having no devotion

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Meaning Behind The Lyrics: https://genius.com/Sufferplenty-retreat-lyrics

for features and any other inquires email
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we're all suffering, you're not alone.

Retreat (Prod Blade901 x Ayoblake)

Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
We've got nowhere to go 

They say all work and no play's bad for the soul, oh girl 
So won't you come on over here and let me get a hold of you darlin' 
Did you forget that you were young 
Forget how to have fun 
Let me show you 
I'm gonna blow your mind away 

I see you stressing
Is your life a bore? 
No it's a blessing 
Is that the reason our love you've been second guessing? 
Girl, just relax 

Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
We've got nowhere to go 

Let me show all the things you'll get from you 
Peace of mind so drown in us 
This is nothing less than destiny, it's true darlin' 
Did you forget that you were young 
Forget how to have fun 
Let me show you 
I'm gonna blow your mind away 

I see you stressing
Is your life a bore? 
No it's a blessing 
Is that the reason our love you've been second guessing? 
Girl, just relax 

Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
Let Your Hair Down 
And take it slow 
We've got nowhere to go

Let Your Hair Down

Chris Morris is a multifaceted artist known for blending genres and redefining musical boundaries. His latest single, Contagious, releases in November 2024 on Malaspalabras Records, the label of Santana’s Andy Vargas and comedian George Lopez, and promises to introduce his sound to new audiences worldwide.

A singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Chris has captivated listeners with soulful melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Born in Oceanside, California, he began releasing music in the early 2000s. His 2010 album, Ascension, introduced his unique fusion of soul, pop, reggae, and hip-hop. That same year, his single "Can I Have This Dance" was featured in a video game, leading to international exposure and a 2013 tour in Taiwan.

Releases like Recollection (2017), Changes (2013), and instrumental albums Calibration and August (2022) showcase his genre-blending artistry. A member of San Diego’s reggae band Roots Covenant and performer with Stranger, he has collaborated with icons like Johnny Clarke and Sister Nancy.

In production, he’s created music for brands like Huawei and Coca-Cola. Co-founder of Camatic Media, Chris balances a successful career with family life, co-owning Avant Garde Music Company in Eastlake, California. Influenced by legends like Stevie Wonder and Jamiroquai, he continues to break boundaries in music.

Just That Girl

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