Genesis (Raye song)

"Genesis" is a song by the British singer-songwriter Raye. She co-wrote it with Marvin Hemmings and produced it with Rodney Jerkins, Shankar Ravindran, and Tom Richards. The song was first performed at the 44th edition of the Brit Awards and was teased on season 49 of the American television show Saturday Night Live. Before its official title was announced on 17 May 2024, media publications and fans referred to the song as "Let There Be Light". It was released independently by Human Re Sources on 7 June 2024, with a music video co-directed by Raye and Otis Dominique premiering on the same date.

Developed over two years, "Genesis" is structured into three acts in which Raye experiments with various genres, including jazz, R&B, hip hop, gospel music, and pop. The lyrics address social and personal problems such as depression, exhaustion, and anxiety, while also conveying themes of hope. The song received positive reviews from music critics and was added to year-end lists of best music. Its video was nominated for an MTV Video Music Award. Raye included "Genesis" in the regular set list of the My 21st Century Blues Tour in 2024 and performed it at several events. Commercially, it peaked at number twenty two on the UK singles chart.