"Never Give Up" is a song that lives up to its title. The track, by Brooklyn Funk Essentials, is a funk anthem about resilience, about the importance of being your own light when no one else is shining for you. The lyrics are full of the kind of empowering messages that make the song feel like a rallying cry.

The song opens with a declaration. "If no one's shining for you - be your own light / Don't let nobody stop you - follow your vibe-o / Feed the love inside you - keep it alive / Don't let nobody stop you." It is a song about self-reliance, about the importance of keeping your own flame burning.

The second verse is full of the kind of social commentary that gives the song its weight. "It's so hard to be soft / In a world built for the hustle / Rich keep blaming the poor / Pushing the weak 'cause they got the muscle / They say the streets are unsafe / Then they blame it on the sweeper / Bankers raking it in / While your debt keeps getting deeper." It is a song that acknowledges the difficulty of the world, but refuses to give in to despair.

According to a review on You and the Music, "Never Give Up" has been supported by Craig Charles at 6 Music, Spoony and Trevor Nelson at Radio 2. The song is a recent hit for the band, and it is a strong example of their ability to create music that is both funky and meaningful.

For a reviewer, "Never Give Up" is a powerful example of Brooklyn Funk Essentials' ability to create music that is both danceable and socially conscious. It is a song about resilience, about the importance of being your own light, and it is delivered with a groove that is hard to resist. It is a track that rewards a loud listen, and it is a worthy addition to the band's catalogue.