Chris Waters has always been a genre-bending force—whether he’s behind the mic or behind the decks. Hailing from Milwaukee, WI and now rooted in Denver, CO, Waters is a singer, songwriter, rapper, DJ, and curator whose journey in music has been anything but static. From the release of his debut EP Rise in 2018, which introduced the world to his electro-pop sound, to his more recent explorations into the intersections of hip-hop, pop, and electronic, Waters has proven he’s not afraid to evolve. And his evolution hasn’t gone unnoticed—his acoustic rendition of Post Malone’s “Feeling Whitney” has quietly racked up over 250,000 views on YouTube, spotlighting his ability to strip a song down and still command attention.
In 2023, Chris reconnected with his electro-pop roots and found a new peak with “Blue to Purple,” a track that quickly became his most successful release to date. Its dreamy, expansive energy gave listeners a vibrant sonic canvas to immerse themselves in, and it marked the beginning of a new wave in his career. That wave continues with his newest single, “With You,” a track that reunites him with producer Matt Tryba, who also worked on “Blue to Purple.” This time around, they embraced spontaneity, letting go of the pressure to craft a particular sound and instead leaned into what felt good in the moment. The result is a track that defies over-analysis. “With You” carries multiple meanings—some obvious, some hidden—but ultimately, Waters leaves interpretation in the hands of the listener. That openness is part of the charm. It invites you to feel, not just hear.
Chris Waters isn’t just releasing music—he’s cultivating experiences. His DJ mixes on SoundCloud have found fans across continents, and his melodic house playlist “Deep Waters” on Spotify reflects his curatorial ear for emotion-driven beats. All of this is woven into a larger story of personal transformation. Once a self-described “reformed partier” who started drinking early in life and hit a wall with it, Chris made the decision to stop drinking in 2016. Since then, his addictive energy has found a healthier home in music, exercise, and creativity. And it shows. There’s a clarity and vitality to his recent work that suggests he’s not just surviving—he’s thriving.
The Chris Waters you hear in “With You” is the culmination of a long, winding path, shaped by past habits, sharpened by self-reflection, and elevated by a relentless passion for music. The question now isn’t whether he’s going to stay in the game. It’s just how far he’s going to take it.
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