Robby Valentine - Embrace the Unknown

Musical phenomenon Robby Valentine, perhaps best known for his 1990s worldwide hit 'Over and Over Again', released his new album, Embrace the Unknown, on October 21st, 2023. Written, composed, and naturally, all instruments and vocals were exclusively created and recorded by Valentine.
Creating this latest work was a real challenge for Robby since his vision has now regressed to a mere 2%, because of glaucoma, but the final result of this 10-track Pop/Rock album, has once again become proof of his musical versatility and willpower. Valentine started writing and recording Embrace the Unknown about 3 years ago, at a time when the Corona pandemic dominated everyone's lives and his own world had completely collapsed due to his sudden loss of sight. The title track 'Embrace the Unknown' is about that loss, and the struggle of having to accept that fate.
The music video gives the viewer an insight into Robby's world, making us temporary guests. Imprisoned in his own mind, he's there all alone in the dark. He is left with his memories of good times that will never be relived and the dreams and ambitions he once had and now has to let go of. One by one they burn and his world gets covered in their ashes. All this time he is all alone in this world. Portrayed bandmembers are versions of himself: On guitar Envi La 10, on bass Val Roberts on drums Rob V.
We see an image of how glaucoma destroys the optic nerves.
From the ashes angels emerge. Their comforting choir surrounds him. In the beginning he is not aware of their presence, but as soon as he says he has to embrace the unknown he gets embraced by one of the angels.
More images of what he has to let go of burn and all the while the angels keep singing to him, comforting him. Then they seem to be gone. He's alone again, but an angel touches his shoulder, leaving her handprint there as a silent witness of her presence: their support is there even though he can't see them. The camera zooms out and we are being pulled out of his world. She whispers in his ear: "The wound is where the light enters you" and then vanishes. Robby then also disappears. Embraced by the blackness of blindness the video closes off with full loss of sight.
Embrace the Unknown.
According to Valentine himself, this is the most beautiful rock ballad he has ever made. A perfect ending for this beautiful album, from this unique artist, who once again has created a masterpiece worthy of national and international recognition.
Directed by the amazingly talented Sebastiaan Spijker.
www.robbyvalentine.nl

[@mirkohirsch_official]

It's one month after my first comment to this song and yesterday I was diagnosed with glaucoma in a very early state myself. I won't back down and I hope the power of music will always stay by my side... Love to you and your family, Robby!

[@cameronsayed4196]

Lord is your power dt give up ❤❤

[@maanvis81]

Wat een geweldig nr...!

[@lugohardrock]

Dear Robby, I have been your fan since 1993 and always to this day, your music always touch my heart!!!, you are pure art! Thank you for existing, God bless you!

[@ronaldvanderven8602]

So beautiful song! Tears in my eyes everytime i hear this song. I know how it is to have this eye disease as an optometrist. This artist deserve great respect for the musical world. Great video also.

[@thunderrising2071]

とても美しい曲だ。90年代、ロビーが日本で非常に人気だった頃の音楽性とは微妙に違うが、より深みのある音楽に感じられる。
是非また来日公演が観たい。
日本より愛を込めて。

[@anheiser]

Robby is one of those people that the world needs to preserve like a jewel.

[@brigittahaenen5520]

Ben er stil van.........zo puur.

[@AlaiaViper]

Dayum... vanaf 1993 gevolgd. Na een tijdje een beetje afgezakt doordat je teksten/liedjes zo vaak over niet-beantwoorde liefde ging. Dat voelde op een gegeven moment als eenheidsworst. (No offence!!!)
Maar dit? Serieus, ik zit met tranen in mijn ogen. Dit is waarom je muziek zo enorm veel impact maakte: het rauwe gevoel. Dit is Mega, Man!
Het is een gave om zo vanaf de pure ziel, de rauwe pijn zoiets moois te maken.
Ben weer helemaal terug en ga eens kijken naar wat ik in de laatste 15 jaar heb gemist.
Dank je, voor de prachtige kunst die jouw (jullie) muziek is.

[@christianegrotzki23]

Wooow wooow Cool spitze und super und toll das gefällt mir sehr gut 🎸🎸🎹🥁🇩🇪das Lied

[@user-fs7es2vg6c]

このMVは日本のRobby Valentineのファンは絶対に見るべきです！
このMVのちょうど1:00/7:02で燃えさかる橋の映像がありますが、これは東京のお台場にあるレインボーブリッジに間違いないと思います。
このシーンはRobbyにとって日本での記憶がとても大切なものであることを示すとともに、その映像としての記憶が失われていくことを暗示しているように感じられ、涙なくしては見ることができません。
曲としても、深み、一人の人間としての成熟、そういったものを強く感じる、そういった意味で過去最高の一曲だと思います。

[@jacktihs2963]

Je bent echt een topper Robby, a rare gem!

[@RevolverBobcat]

Een schitterende korte film! 👌Hoe iemand zo kan verwoorden in welke hel hij terecht is gekomen... 👏😞

[@teleminho]

WHAT A PERFECT AND HARD VIDEO, I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks to a good mutual friend, Guillermo Sulbarán, I discovered his music and splendid talent as a composer, musician and multi-instrumentalist (Especially as a sensitive human being, who faces adversity with courage and spirituality). Wonderful video, message and performance! Best regards from Caracas, Venezuela. 😄🤘🔥🔥🔥✨❤💯

[@user-ru5ef8sg6k]

What an amazing beautifull video.

[@elbarzel]

Goosebumps. The images fit the song so well. De song komt nu nog harder binnen. Alleen maar lof voor de creatieve geesten achter deze song en de video. En een bemoedigende omhelzing voor de uitvoerend artiest en zijn gezin. All the best, Marcel K

[@jeffgay2085]

Robby dealing with personal adversity by channeling it into a truly beautiful piece of music. Simply stunning.

[@freddievanterbeek4913]

great video, my compliments to all involved making it!

[@marcusrandles3280]

What a gifted singer and musician, its not fair what happened to him, your a Legend, a G.O.A.T and always a joy to listen to x

[@authorlisaveldkamp]

Fairytale like video. Not the Disney version, but the original one, with dark and light. Painfully beautiful, thank you for sharing your story, the world would be a little less brighter without your music 🙏🏻♥️💫

[@user-fs7es2vg6c]

I have just noticed that there is a bridge in Japan in this MV.
If you stop 1:00/7:02, you can see a burning bridge. This bridge must be Rainbow Bridge in Odaiba, Tokyo. This scene represents Robby’s memories of Japan is precious for him. But it also represents his visual memories are disappearing.I’m very sad to watch this MV but it’s also very attractive and impressive. I feel sorry for my poor English expressions. All I can do is respect Robby Valentine’s outstanding talent and a person who made this MV.

[@paulgene88]

Such a masterpiece, so emotional ! I can't holding back my tears ! You're a genius Robby ! Thanks for all you did. I follow you for so many years from France and to me, not seeing you live in my life is like a tearing ! Love forever !!!

[@dickvredenburg6196]

A masterpiece ! Wonderful song and video it gives me goosebumps

[@tommyrockitofficial3774]

Holy Shit!! That's EPIC! Thanks for turning me on @richykearnsproductions ... Get this Guy to Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪

[@casperhorlings]

Wow, what a song and a beautiful video clip! The story behind is so sad, but perfectly told by this clip...

[@tommyknauer]

Absolutely breathtaking masterpiece, Great!

[@mirkohirsch_official]

I can't listen to this song without tearing up. This is the power of Robbie's music. It's hits you right into your heart and soul. It's deeply moving and the ending part is so haunting and beautiful, yet powerful. Robbie, I know that the music of Queen means a lot to you but you can be sure that your music means a lot to many people like me. Thank you for your music and all the best to you!

[@valensia777]

Amazing Robby👍

[@evelinewooninck]

You can make magic so real ❤

[@ajwplanet]

Klasse. In Nederland , land van middelmatigheid , kunnen we dit niet op waarde schatten. Geweldige track en creatieve performance.

[@rgmusicproductions]

I'm 47, in 2022 I had an eye occlusion which left me with a permanent black spot in my left eye. Of course it scared me to death, but it's manageable to live with. So although I can relate just a tiny bit, I can't imagine what it must be like to lose all of your sight. Stay strong, because the music you create is heavenly, but we need it here on earth. Sterkte Robby!

[@kissfanization4661]

Great song from a great man!!!!

[@brianclark7719]

This is a absolute beautiful, and tragic song mix of the 80's , 90s and 00's ... Robby, you have created a masterpiece - with such a powerful message. My hat is totally off to you. 😪

[@MoiraineD]

Helaas heel herkenbaar dat het lijf niet meer doet wat zo vanzelfsprekend was en alle gevolgen hiervan. Prachtig nummer dat exact samenvat wat er met je gebeurd en hoe je uiteindelijk terecht komt in een (soms ongewilde) acceptatie. Maar heb zelf ervaren dat ook uit dit proces mooie dingen voort kunnen komen. Schitterende plaat, prachtige clip, zeer pakkende songtekst, echt weer een pareltje ❤

[@silentstringquartet]

Everything in the spirit of the early 90s..except the mixing style sounds modern, without those 90s reverb. I miss those day but today i found it back with this song. Thanks uncle robbie.

[@hansnoordzij4257]

Saw this song performed live last Saturday. Very impressive and heart breaking video.......

[@PaulaWaringa]

Op 3 februari in Capsloc op een groot scherm de première gezien, erg emotioneel maar zo mooi gemaakt! Nu straks de UA-cam première en daarna zal ik 'em zeker vaker gaan bekijken!

[@wicasawakan3]

I'm moved to tears... Sending love from France, hold on Robby! 🥲💜

[@frankrose4526]

Greetings from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 this was absolutely brilliant I heard it coming home from a night out and had it full blast and took my breath away!!! Amazing! 💯🙌🤟😎

[@willivajda5476]

5 long days to wait🌞

[@fennydarmosaputro7090]

What a wonderful album .. the music specially the lyrics ... I can feel it !!!

[@reginagawendova1241]

Překrásná písnička ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎤🤟🎸🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@zulfa_sky]

my fav singer finally i found you again

[@judiphillips286]

What can he not do!! Such talent, brilliant song, sing, sing, sing❤❤❤❤

[@frankrose4526]

P2 to my first comment I’m listening to it again as soon as it finished…I’m blown away!!!! Incredible. Looooooove it! So well written so well put together and true musically journey! 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@user-ly3ys2ez1j]

Awesome video, fantastic musician, and great lyrics !!! Hats off Robby.

[@biker7028]

Impressive - the album is a masterpiece too

[@7sofree]

fantastic, wonderful, magic... thank you so much for this treasure!!

[@dickvanmaanen9058]

Such a good song and artist, really great song!!!

[@missx6666]

Brilliant, heartbreaking lyrics, stunning video, fantastic music arrangements.. It all comes together in this amazing piece of art!

[@ennomaretta1398]

Amazing Robby... ❤❤❤

[@jeepeeel]

Great clip, Love the track, love the album

[@ingezwerts7641]

Awsome & amazing video👌👏👏👏❤

[@evavass6736]

Masterpiece rock song

[@cynthiaelstrodt-blom3802]

So sad this is a True story about himself. ❤ ,😢

[@anne_g5797]

❤❤❤

[@Wjahndtale]

What a Great Song!!!

[@WouterPlevier]

Wat een kanjer ben je Robbie- al vanaf het eerste moment fan maar ik heb je nog nooit zien optreden - dat wordt tijd. Wat een muzikaliteit en resilience bounce back mentaliteit - super trots op jou!

[@JohnnyBeGood67]

Wauw echt weer een verbazingwekkende geweldige compositie. Eigenlijk geen woorden voor maar het grijpt enorm aan. Robbie je bent echt een topper. "I Believe in You" ❤

[@willembeets9913]

👍👍👍👍👍 Prachtig!!!

[@AS1970]

Wat een prachtig lied, wat een tekst, wat een geweldige video. Alles komt hier samen. 🖤❤️

[@ritadejong2587]

Amazing!! ❤

[@HRD]

So beautiful and emotional✨

[@alanreid477]

Quite outstanding 😁

[@HerrBert1976]

Heartbreaking but beautiful

[@marcopeerdeman1697]

Beautiful!

[@evaaor]

OMG.. You are Genius 🏆

[@Sherry_Armstrong]

All i know is that i wish i had found Robby's music sooner been like a few years in , but as we know . The USA market , UK market , Asian Market is so different . having the pleasure to find his music is pure bliss . Thank you Mr Valentine for all the beautiful music

[@angelaveneziano1684]

Wow!❤

[@jerryvanvelzen9273]

Wij waren bij je concert in Capelle afgelopen zaterdag . Wat een mooie clip , die kwam echt binnen ! Stay strong !!! 💪💪💪🙏

[@TheRemitjuh]

A true epic masterpiece!🤘

[@Crankmaster98]

Impressive and beautiful! I love this song!

[@antoine00786]

Multiinstrumentista. Heaven is callling.

[@Chris-ns5pv]

Great song! Stay strong Robby🙏🏽

[@CMRockMusicPortugal]

AMAZING

[@Huis6301]

Ontroerend mooi ....

[@user-he8oh3uh8b]

Круто!

[@claudioagosta5201]

amazing

[@tinus192]

bye you all...hope i find this in heaven....

[@WilfredVersteeg]

Beste Robby, in één woord episch! Episch in tekst, arrangement, muziek en video! De herkenning in de tekst en de tonen van de muziek hebben me tot tranen toe geroerd! Ik wens je de erkenning die je toekomt, je hebt hem meer dan verdiend!

[@robingelebal8447]

Een mooie power ballad, recht uit het hart van deze hardrock legende.

[@manfredwerger8937]

Prachtige song en pakkende beelden. Dank voor deze mooie muziek, Robert. Take care!

[@hubertheeringa7902]

geweldige artiest en dito mens

[@TheBigjoe002]

Minden elismerésem. Sok boldog alkotó évet!

[@sandrinadejong]

❤mooi

[@Jennalucci]

Breath-taking! ❤❤❤❤ It!

[@petrabakker8055]

Wauw 😍 heel mooi!!!

[@ThomasLiberoRock]

G.O.A.T. 🙌

[@MrPeteroud]

oh man. (kippevel.) goosebumps all over.

[@midnightkiss2863]

Great song and video

[@andrewraven5651]

Beautiful ❤❤

[@petervantriet2304]

Een meesterwerk qua song en video, wat een impact...

[@renegijzemijter978]

Wat een ongelofelijk prachtig nummer.

[@HansVanEijsden]

Beautiful! 👍🏻

[@tessahoop941]

The vulnerability...😭💕

[@MichiSixx]

Incredible song and clip! 🖤💯🖤

[@clasinamelein1547]

Wauw!

[@hate_fakestv5442]

Multi talented 🤘🏻

[@fransgruteke780]

Amazing 🔥💥

[@MichielGeurtse2]

Prachtig Robby!