GRAMMY-nominated soul artist Aloe Blacc and singer-songwriter Eric Hirshberg share the moving official video for their collaborative single “For Real,” a song that cuts through digital noise to rediscover the beauty of genuine human connection. Following the track’s debut and short EPK last week, the video captures Blacc and Hirshberg performing side by side in the studio, showcasing their chemistry and shared sense of purpose. The result is an intimate reflection on empathy, honesty, and togetherness — values at the core of their creative mission.
“For Real” has already struck a powerful chord with listeners and critics alike. Rave Jungle praised it as “a powerful new single,” Purple Melon called it “a timely and vital piece of music,” and Plastic Magazine described it as “an anthem for unity in a fractured age.” The song serves as the first glimpse of Hirshberg’s upcoming third album More Is Not The Answer, arriving in 2026, which explores the challenges of staying grounded and connected in an era of constant distraction. As v13.net wrote, “The lines do their job, and the melody does the rest – a promising sign of what’s to come.”
“This song started as a conversation about our phones,” says Hirshberg. “Like so many people, we were both trying to use the phone and social media less and to reduce the divisive influences in our lives. ‘For Real’ is a song about breaking free of the forces that divide us.” Blacc adds, “I believe in using music to try to lift people up and bring people together. And the concept of this song is one that is needed right now.” The video for “For Real” is streaming now on YouTube, inviting audiences to pause, reflect, and reconnect — for real.