Bars And Melody - Hopeful (official Video) May 2026

: Most of the video takes place in a school gym and playground—spaces that are traditionally the most dangerous for bullied children. By performing there, the duo effectively "reclaims" these territories.

: By adapting Twista and Faith Evans' "Hope," Leondre replaced the original verses with raw accounts of being tripped, kicked, and living in fear. Bars and Melody - Hopeful (Official Video)

: The "Melody" half of the duo, Charlie Lenehan , provides a soaring, "angelic" vocal contrast to Leondre’s hard-hitting raps, symbolizing the support system often missing in a victim's life. : Most of the video takes place in

The emotional core of "Hopeful" lies in the authenticity of its lyrics, penned by rapper (Bars) based on two years of relentless physical and mental torment at school. : The "Melody" half of the duo, Charlie

: Even a decade later, the song remains a "hopeful" anthem, proving that music can be used to "take you away" from pain and provide a path forward. Bars and Melody: Hopeful LIVE at VideoDays 2017 (24/8/17)