A Reflective Ode to Inner Strength, Acceptance, and the Courage to Endure
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – August 1, 2025 – Dutch singer-songwriter and music therapist Harry Kappen returns with a soul-searching new single, “Be Brave If You Can.” This poignant release marks the third single from his latest album, Four, released earlier this spring.
“Be Brave If You Can” shifts the tone from Kappen’s prior protest-centered songs like Wargames, Break These Chains, and The Freedom Inside, leaning instead into quiet contemplation and acceptance. It’s not a cry of defiance, but rather a gentle acknowledgment of human vulnerability. In a world where wars rage, misinformation spreads, and power is often abused, Kappen offers a message not of outrage—but of survival. “Deal with it and try to make the best of it,” he says. “Hopefully you are brave enough when it comes down to it, but honestly you can’t ask that of everyone.”
The release is paired with a minimalist, intimate lyric video that serves as a self-portrait of the artist, now available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/knvksaSGYis. The video reflects the raw honesty and transparency Kappen brings not only to his music, but to his parallel life as a music therapist and educator, working with adolescents and families through difficult emotional terrain.
As both musician and mentor, Kappen draws upon his therapeutic background to channel empathy and resilience into his songwriting. His work in clinical settings has shaped his understanding of the human spirit, and that influence is clearly heard in this new release. “Dealing with it,” as he says, “takes enough courage in itself.”
Musically, Kappen continues to evolve his sound, shaped by icons such as Paul McCartney, Prince, David Bowie, Radiohead, and Knower. “Be Brave If You Can” blends introspective lyrics with melodic subtlety, showcasing his knack for fusing art-rock sensibilities with singer-songwriter intimacy.
“Be Brave If You Can” invites listeners to find peace not through escape or confrontation, but through stillness and self-acceptance. In a time when strength is often equated with volume and resistance, Kappen reminds us that sometimes the bravest act is simply enduring with grace.
ABOUT HARRY KAPPEN: Harry Kappen is a Netherlands‑based, independent singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and certified music therapist whose work fuses socially conscious lyricism with emotional intensity. His singles have collectively earned almost 400K Spotify streams Recognized by international panels, he placed third in Musician of the Year 2024 at the Elite Music Awards and was shortlisted for honors at the Josie Awards (Nashville) and the International Red Carpet Awards in 2024–25. For more information, please visit www.harrykappen.com