Portmore-based recording artiste Ras Brando has struck the right chords with his message-laced tune Nation To Lead.

The song chronicles the hardships being faced by persons, specifically vendors who oftentimes are intimidated by the authorities.

The song can be viewed as being timely, as it comes on the heels of the recent removal of vendors from some sections of the city, pending the recent visit to the island by US President Barak Obama.

"The song is dealing with the treatment of the less fortunate in the society by those in authority, as well as the hardships and high cost of living," Ras Brando explained.

Originally from St Elizabeth, the culture singer added: "I am a citizen of Jamaica and I don't like how the country is being governed nor how my people live, just take a look at what the street vendors are facing. So when poor people can't hustle to send their children to school, what do we really think the outcome will be."

Ras Brando, born Marlon Brown, has learnt a lot musically since he made his recording debut at the age of 23. His first effort was Rasta Man Know The Truth, done for producer Donovan James over 20 years ago.

Ras Brando gained some attention outside of Jamaica, when his song Conquering Lion being featured in the NBC series Constantine. His other efforts include Sonia, Receive Me in Your Heart, Deh Pon A Mission and Live Inna Earth, featuring Max Romeo.

Ras Brando is set to release an album titled High Science in June via US-based Island Media Music Group.

"The album was produced by Abidan of Copper Loxz Recordz. The entire album was done with live musicians. It is scheduled for release in June and Nation To Lead is just one of the many songs on this album that will speak on what is happening in our country and the world," said Ras Brando.