Ben Catley (feat. Wim Hof) - Run 〈Plus ★〉
In 2021, Catley reimagined the track. He stripped away his own singing and replaced it with a sample of voice taken from his world-famous breathing exercises. Catley, a long-time fan of Hof, found a powerful synergy between the intensity of Hof's breathing techniques and the clarity of a long run . Connecting with the "Ice Man" Securing the collaboration was no small feat:
For Catley, the song is a "note-to-self" about motivation. The lyrics, such as "Out the door is all it takes to set it all off," reflect the idea that just starting is the hardest part of finding positivity. This philosophy extends to Catley’s personal life; he is known for his high-energy live shows and his own physical challenges, including ice baths in 0.8ºC water inspired by Hof. Ben Catley (feat. WIM HOF) - Run
: The remix features "blistering" acoustic guitar and additional trumpet work by Eamon Dilworth from Tijuana Cartel, creating a journey of peaceful chaos . Song Meaning and Lifestyle In 2021, Catley reimagined the track
The story behind track " Run (feat. Wim Hof) " is a fusion of physical endurance, musical evolution, and a serendipitous connection with the world’s most famous "Ice Man". The Evolution of "Run" Connecting with the "Ice Man" Securing the collaboration
: To Catley's surprise, they loved the track and gave him permission to use the samples.
: Catley eventually got in touch with Wim Hof's son, who handles his management.