In an exclusive interview with NME, Loren Allred, renowned for 'Never Enough' in The Greatest Showman, shares her experience singing as Aerith in the newly-revealed Final Fantasy VII Rebirth theme song, 'No Promises To Keep.' The song, initially unaware it was for Final Fantasy, debuted live at The Game Awards 2023 during a performance of the Loveless stage play within the game.
Allred expresses her honor in working with legendary composer Nobuo Uematsu and the unique challenge of connecting with Aerith's character. Despite not playing Final Fantasy VII, she delved into understanding Aerith's personality and the game's story, ensuring her vocals captured the character's essence.
Reflecting on the significance of singing as Aerith, one of gaming's iconic love interests, Allred acknowledges the privilege. She adapted her singing style to maintain Aerith's sweetness, emphasizing the character's sense of wonder and caring nature. The experience, although different from her work on The Greatest Showman, allowed her to channel Aerith's qualities, making the song a truly special endeavor.
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