Have you ever had a song hit you so deeply that it made you want to run a mile, call your mom, and chase your wildest dreams all at once? Well, buckle up because Sean Kiez just delivered one of those soul-quaking, spirit-shaking anthems with his latest track, "Dream."
Let’s get one thing straight—this isn’t just an R&B-Gospel song. Oh no. "Dream" is a divine pep talk wrapped in a hypnotic, bass-thumping, gospel-infused hip-hop package. It's the kind of track that makes you want to roll your shoulders back, exhale the doubt, and step into your purpose as the world owes you a standing ovation.
Sean Kiez isn’t just singing—he’s delivering a message straight from the pulpit of perseverance with the confidence of a man who’s lived every word. The track starts smooth, guided by a delicate piano, but don’t be fooled—this thing builds like a southern thunderstorm. Before you know it, a five-piece gospel choir rolls in like a holy cavalry, the drumbeat stomps in like destiny knocking, and Kiez’s flow? Commanding, effortless, and brimming with streetwise wisdom.
And then there’s that moment in the second verse—"Even though it seems hard, it’s not as hard as it seems."Mic drop. Wisdom Level: Jedi Master meets Sunday Service preacher.
If you thought the song was inspiring, the visuals take it even further. The video for "Dream" is a masterclass in finding beauty in the grind. Kiez transforms everyday locations into symbols of resilience—a gas station turns into a cathedral of ambition, a loading dock becomes a stage for reflection, and empty streets become a canvas for dreams still in motion.
The camera pans out, and we see Kiez rapping alone—just a man, his story, and his unwavering faith. The message is clear: Sometimes, chasing your dream means standing alone before the world catches up. And yet, his presence is magnetic, drawing you in like he's speaking directly to you.
"Dream" feels like more than just a song—it’s a movement. What was the defining moment that inspired you to create this track?
Dream came from a place where I was working behind the scenes in music, and I was instrumental in making other people successful and or staying relevant, and it was a formality that wasn’t inspiring anymore. I worked hard, from being an artist to becoming an executive. I was managing a legacy act and working with acts I grew up listening to. I was literally singing their songs at my talent shows at school. It was a few opportunities we presented, and they didn’t want to do it and or didn’t reciprocate the loyalty, and I got fed up.
I had something to contribute an offer from a personal level so the hook came to me in a dream one night. I just laid it out, and here we are today. I just wanted to inspire people not to give up on their dreams and keep going no matter what.
Your music blends gospel, R&B, and that deep Southern hip-hop vibe effortlessly. How do you balance faith, hustle, and raw storytelling in your sound?
It’s gotta have a feel to it. I was born in the culture of Gospel R&B and rap. That’s the only thing I was digestive about before getting introduced to Rock and Pop so the essence of my being from the beginning. I started out as a drummer in church and we wrote poems and wraps as a kid, the art of storytelling. It's very important because I want to communicate the message within the music. To take people on that musical journey.
The music video for ‘Dream’ turns everyday spaces into something almost spiritual. What was the vision behind that, and why did you choose those specific locations?
I wanted to show the saying of me being by myself as a mirror to everyone else when they have a dream sometimes it’s just yours alone. We all can relate to going to the store as a kid and that feeling of nostalgia when you get there a simple bag of chips is something that signifies how much you care about the other person, so it is your last bag of chips to me reflects how much I love you if I shared my last bag with you growing up, sometimes that’s all you had or could afford in certain situations so I just wanted to highlight the pureness of I only had my last dollar on my last bag of chips.
You can get half of that. I picked the gas station because that’s a reflection of the corner stores and there’s something that we all have to use or a place that we all go to in the community and a scene of being at home sharing a prayer with your loved ones or wishing for a better day or dreaming for a better day Are those moments that goes to build your character.
One of the standout lines in ‘Dream’ is, ‘Even though it seems hard, it’s not as hard as it seems.’ What’s been the hardest lesson you’ve had to learn on your journey so far?
The hardest lesson I’ve learned so far is everything comes in due time. Life’s experiences are for you to be able to build on your message. I’ve learned not to take people from granite after losing my father. It gave me more patience and more no-nonsense when it comes to dealing with something that’s not associated with the goal because tomorrow is not promised, and you have to pour out yourself today to leave your mark on this world.
I’ve also learned that sometimes your assignment is not meant for everybody and a few will get left behind in your pursuit of walking in your purpose. Those moments can get a little lonely, but you can’t stop because your duty and assignment are for the greater good of those who need your message.
You’ve got a versatile catalog, from ‘Rockstar Rebel’ to ‘On Ya Bull.’ Where does ‘Dream’ fit into your musical evolution, and what can we expect next from Sean Kiez?
"Dream" fits into my more personal side. This is my mother‘s favorite song that I’ve ever done. And that’s very special to me. I feel like this one is the one that will inspire people for years to come. This song will grow on the masses with time. I look at this record as if it’s my own. I believe I can fly or lean on me by Bill Withers. I really appreciate being able to share something heartfelt with the world and reminding people not to give up on themselves and dream out loud.
What you can expect from Sean Kiez is more thought-provoking music. Hopefully, you can catch me at a live show. I look forward to seeing you all. I want to spread more love and positivity because there's been enough negativity that I’ve contributed to myself and others as well. So now it’s time to bring more joy and celebrate with each other.
It’s a lot of things that are not in our hands as we look at the world, but what we have control over is the ability to communicate with love as we take care of ourselves and take care of each other.