From Hugo: “I composed Gentle Cow to inspire empathy and compassion for cows—some of the most abused and killed animals on the planet. Through this piece, I want to express their love, their essence, and the deep gentleness they carry. My hope is that it stirs something in you, something that leads to change. One of the most powerful ways we can help cows is by going vegan.

In the dairy industry, calves are taken away from their mothers shortly after birth so humans can consume the milk meant for them. Cows are forcibly impregnated again and again just to keep the milk flowing. When their bodies are exhausted and no longer profitable, they’re sent to slaughter. These are sentient, loving beings—full of innocence—and they are abused and killed every single day.

When you listen to the music, I invite you to really feel what cows embody. Their tenderness. Their purity. Their desire to live in peace. Be it steak or milk, the exploitation of these beautiful creatures is wrong.”