George Collins' 'What Living Is For' is a big-hearted anthem built for open roads

There’s a particular kind of song that feels like sunlight breaking through winter clouds. And George Collins' latest release 'What Living Is For' arrives with exactly that kind of energy. It bursts through the door, sleeves rolled up, and ready to run headfirst into the year ahead.

The Prague-based songwriter has always leaned into thoughtful lyricism and careful melodic construction, but this time there’s a new fire in the engine. From the first strike of electric guitar, the track moves with purpose. The rhythm section locks into a confident stride, while warm organ swells and bright brass flourishes add lift and colour. It’s a widescreen sound that feels built for highway drives and late-night singalongs.

His vocal delivery carries conviction. There’s grit in the phrasing, but also joy. And it has the kind of refrain that invites raised hands and communal shouting, rooted in the idea that waiting for “the right time” is a myth.

But what makes the single resonate is its emotional clarity. After a period of more reflective songwriting, this track feels like a turning point. He hasn’t abandoned nuance; he’s simply chosen momentum.

There are shades of classic American rock tradition in the mix, yet Collins avoids imitation. Instead, he channels that spirit into something distinctly his own, infused with European perspective and personal evolution.

As an opening statement for the year, 'What Living Is For' feels deliberate. George Collins sounds revitalised, energised, and fully committed to pushing forward. If this is how he’s starting 2026, it’s safe to say he’s charging straight ahead with a full heart and mind.