"young Hearts Run Free" By Candi Staton (barry Harris 2021 Remix) Info

: In a 2024 documentary, Staton revealed the song was written after her ex-husband threatened her life by holding her over a 20-story balcony. Reception and Legacy

: Harris added a "drama intro" inspired by his work on house classics like "Big Love". : In a 2024 documentary, Staton revealed the

: Songwriter David Crawford wrote it specifically for Staton after she shared her struggles with him; Staton has noted that the song helped her find the courage to finally walk away. : Candi Staton originally recorded the song in

: Candi Staton originally recorded the song in 1976 after escaping an abusive relationship. : In a 2024 documentary

Produced by Barry Harris (also known as Barry Harris aka Thund...), the remix uses contemporary technology to "slice, dice, and quantize" the original instruments.

While the remix is a high-energy dance floor filler, the song’s origins are deeply personal and harrowing:

: Features an "easy to mix" structure designed for modern DJ sets.