I had the opportunity to experiment and build the beat and vocals simultaneously alongside J.A.R.J., which is always creatively electric. I was intentional about making the song feel like a soft, intoxicating romance at the start and then letting reality hit the moment the first pre-chorus drops with the drums. It captures the romanticization of a situationship, the wake-up call, and the quiet acceptance of what it truly is.
Kaiya
THE RELEASE
UK-based, Australian/Turkish singer Kaiya returns with her new single “Waiting (Again & Again)”, her first release after a year spent focusing on acting and modelling – including appearances in Ed Sheeran’s “Azizam” music video and a global Pepsi campaign. The track blends r&b, neo-soul, and alt-pop into a hypnotic & smooth listening experience.
Produced by J.Ar.J. (known for his work with artists like SARAH SEY, Kadeem Tyrell, and DEJA), the song offers honey vocals, airy synth accents, and an intoxicating sense of intimacy. As the drums enter, the mood shifts – mirroring an emotional pivot from romantic fantasy to clarity. “Waiting (Again & Again)” captures the cycle of modern situationships: the pull, the overthinking, the quiet compromises, and the moment you stop asking for more than what’s being offered.
Lyrically, Kaiya reflects on how easily connection can blur into obsession – writing love songs for something undefined, risking emotional ground already built, and choosing to stay even when the truth is clear. It’s a song that balances vulnerability with self-awareness, embracing the contradiction of knowing better while still wanting what feels good in the moment.
With “Waiting (Again & Again)”, Kaiya delivers a relatable, late-night anthem for anyone caught between desire and truth – marking a compelling new chapter in her evolving artistry.
THE ARTIST
Kaiya
Hailing from Melbourne, the Turkish-born, now London-based artist Kaiya seamlessly blends singing, songwriting, and dancing. Driven by a sincere passion for music that inspires self-reflection and personal development, Kaiya's music touches the listeners' innermost thoughts through soulful vocals & heartfelt lyricism. Kaiya skillfully blends influences from early 2000s R&B, her Turkish heritage, and the world of hip-hop.
- 100M+ views / 9M+ likes on TikTok
- Appearances in Ed Sheeran’s "Azizam" music video and a global Pepsi commercial
- Featured on Spotify's New Dance Beats, R&B Feels, Fresh Finds AU & NZ & more
- Featured on BBC Radio, KCRW, Triple J, Reprezent Radio, Voices Radio, GLOBAL SOUL, PBS 106.7FM
- Previous single "Surrender" trended as a viral sound on TikTok
- Support on Wonderland Magazine, EARMILK, Beat Magazine, Vent Magazine & more
- Charted #9 on Apple Music's R&B/Soul: Australia
