Official Music Video

The Light Within (World Mental Health Day Official Theme Song)

Chad Lawson

"I’m honored to share that I’ve been named the first-ever musician UN Ambassador for the World Federation for Mental Health—a moment that still makes me pause and smile. To mark this occasion, I’ve written a song titled The Light Within, which I hope brings you a moment of peace and reflection today. It’s the official theme for World Mental Health Day, and I’d love for you to take a moment to pause, breathe, and listen to the EP." - Chad Lawson

When was the last time you recognized the light within yourself? Sometimes, we forget how much we carry, but it’s always there—shining even when we can’t see it. Take a moment today to let that light out, and I hope this song helps remind you just how bright you really are. We all have something beautiful within us, and maybe it’s time to let that person out.

Meet the artist

Chad Lawson

Chad Lawson (1975) is an American pianist, composer and podcaster. Classically trained, he started composing songs in high school. Majoring in jazz performance at Berklee College of Music, he started a career as a studio and touring musician. In 1997, he formed the Chad Lawson Trio, which released three albums until 2004. His first solo album, an improvised jazz piano album, arrived in 2009. Many records followed, with “The Chopin Variations” (2014) being among the most successful ones.

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