Last month Cian Ducrot wowed at his debut Australian headline shows with a set that already felt like a masterclass of musicianship. Cementing himself as a true performer, he commanded everyone’s attention through fan favourites, the hits, and some unreleased gems. One of the unreleased standouts was “Heaven”, an anthemic track about brotherhood which already felt like it could be in the hits category. 

Ahead of the release of his debut album ‘Victory” out July 21, the Irish singer-songwriter has finally shared the studio version of “Heaven” in all of its shiny glory, and I can confirm that it’s just as good as it is live. Sonically reminiscent of Coldplay and The Script, there is a real anthemic energy to the song that explodes so magnificently. It’s a song you can imagine being sung along to in an arena, and could easily bring goosebumps to your whole body with its breezy chorus and emotional sentiment. 

Detailing his relationship with his brother over the years, he gives you a play-by-play recount within the four minute duration. “When I was four, I fell off my bike, but you told me I’d be okay. When I was five, you were by my side, when Mama was far away. And when I was ten, you were my best friend, when no one else came to play” he sings during the first verse. Later in the song he reminisces on how far they’ve come through supporting each other; “Remember that time when I lost my voice and they said I would never sing? Well, now you’ve got a kid, I’m with Ed on tour in cities I’ve never been”. There are some dark undertones in the song that touch on the hardships they had to overcome together to get where they are now, and it feels very empowering. 

“Heaven” is a hit in waiting, and I can’t wait to see people fall in love and embrace this song the same way they did with “I’ll Be Waiting”.