Ball in the House: Take A Chance
Ball in the House Embrace Love’s Risks with Retro-Modern A Cappella Single “Take A Chance”
by Jack Rush
Boston’s celebrated a cappella group Ball in the House return with their latest single “Take A Chance,” a track that blends retro-pop sparkle with the sleek polish of modern production. Written, arranged, and produced by Kevin Cincotta-Guest — the group’s bass singer and a Recording Academy voting member — the song is a radiant showcase of their ability to push the boundaries of vocal music while keeping emotion at the center.
From the opening moments, “Take A Chance” could fool you into thinking instruments are at play. Instead, every beat, texture, and melody is crafted from nothing but voices — lush harmonies, rhythmic vocal percussion, and a shimmering lead hook that’s as infectious as it is heartfelt. The production carries echoes of Ed Sheeran’s “Overpass Graffiti” and The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” balancing ‘80s-inspired nostalgia with contemporary chart-ready polish.
Lyrically, the song dives into the uncertainty and exhilaration of new love, capturing that breathless moment when the heart says “go for it” even if the outcome isn’t certain. The chorus surges with warmth and energy, inviting listeners to step into risk with joy rather than fear. It’s an uplifting sentiment that feels as personal as it is universal.
What sets Ball in the House apart — and what shines so brightly here — is the seamless marriage of technical precision and emotional resonance. Their harmonies are tight and radiant, their vocal percussion crisp, yet the performance never feels mechanical. Instead, the song radiates authenticity, as if the group were singing directly to you, urging you to dance, smile, and leap into the unknown.
Fresh off a first-round GRAMMY® ballot nod last year, “Take A Chance” reaffirms Ball in the House’s position as one of the most exciting names in contemporary a cappella. By weaving classic R&B/pop influences into a forward-looking production, they’ve created a track that’s radio-ready yet unmistakably rooted in the power of the human voice.
“Take A Chance” is more than just a song about love — it’s an invitation to embrace possibility. And with Ball in the House delivering it, that invitation is impossible to resist.
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