Family Tree Records Release Sakai's CD Dream Big

Los Angeles, CA. (Top40 Charts/ Family Tree Records) - Family Tree Records has joined forces with The Rob Nonies Label Group and Koch Distribution on the release of Sakai's Dream Big. 'I Like,' the first single from Dream Big is graced with the guitar-playing wizardry of Dwayne Wiggins of Tony! Tone! Toni!. 'I Like,' debuted at the No 8 position on Billboard's 'Hot R&B & Hip Hop Singles Sales' chart.

Dream Big is an 18-track collection of songs, most of which were co-written by Sakai and Family Tree Records' CEO and President, Kevin 'Darkside' Smith, which crosses a variety of genres. Traditional R&B, urban-infused hip-hop, salsa, jazz and straight up soul are all represented.

This focus is clearly evident on the standout tracks 'Friendship To Love,' (co-written by Sakai, Darkside and the esteemed Narada Michael Walden), a ballad which charts the progression of a relationship from the friendship stage to a full-blown love affair and the inspiring and life-affirming 'Leap of Faith,' which is about following your heart, spreading your wings, and calling upon the strength of one's spirit to overcome any obstacle; and 'A Place Between' a sensual ballad overlaid with the patina of a Spanish guitar which explores the metaphorical 'space' between lust and love, the sadness and the warmth of a smile, the space between 'your heart and mine.' Finally, this emotionally engaging set closes with the anthemic 'Dream Big,' which encourages listeners to reach for the stars and give yourself over to your greatest hopes and biggest dreams, and despite what it might look like, Sakai promises us that it's 'Gonna Be Fine' because faith will see you through and it's time to take control of your destiny.

Sakai's vocal skills and range have been duly noted by such industry luminaries as Celine Dion on whose hit single 'A New Day' Sakai's is the first voice you hear. She has also worked with a stellar crew of industry notables such as Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Curtis Mayfield, Chaka Khan, Oleta Adams, Steve Winwood and Michael Bolton, among others.
With Dream Big Sakai encourages us all to approach life and love with strength, faith and courage all the while staying true to oneself.