Planetarium Sessions – “Say That (Orchestral Version)”

When you take the energy of a great rap duo and hand their work over to an arranger with a deep love for classical composition, you get something genuinely special. The version of “Say That (Orchestral Version)” by Planetarium Sessions does exactly that. Shawn Law Yone Gilad took the original hip hop foundation and completely rebuilt it around an original string arrangement tailored specifically to the performance. It sounds organic.

Rather than just stripping the track down, this release brings a new flavor to the song by introducing creative string arrangements that feel rich and alive. The track features the San Francisco duo Blimes Brixton alongside Seattle rapper Gifted Gab, and their performances shine under this new light. There is a real cultural connection between hip hop and strings, and hearing these two worlds blend together naturally makes you wonder why we do not see it more often. The violin work and the overall direction by Gilad give the song a cinematic presence without ever crowding the vocals. It keeps the heart of the original alive while turning the track into a beautifully polished live performance.

I absolutely love this release. The way the live strings breathe new life into the performance is incredible, and it makes me want to hear more. You should definitely follow Planetarium Sessions to stay updated about new releases in the rest of this year. They are doing incredible work right now building a wonderful musical community in Los Angeles, and they have plans to film upcoming sessions inside actual planetariums and observatories.

Following their journey ensures you will not miss any of the secret live performances they are planning around town. Giving them a follow is the best way to support this blend of astronomy and orchestral music as they continue to highlight talents.