RISING STAR AQYILA RELEASES LONG AWAITED TRACK
R&B artist AQYILA brings the summer heat
With new track “Pressure”
(September 2, 2022) TORONTO, ON – Toronto-based R&B singer-songwriter Aqyila returns with her latest single “Pressure,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment Canada. Ever since her JUNO Award nominated first release “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me),” fans have been eagerly awaiting her next track. With this latest offering, Aqyila mixes traditional R&B with a captivating island-flavoured rhythm. Elevated by her signature runs and catchy harmonies, “Pressure” brings the heat. Listen HERE.
The rising star has established herself as a force, with uplifting lyrics and a unique vocal tone. With over 10 million streams on Spotify and a spot on the Top 100 TikTok All-Time Top Tracks Chart, Aqyila knows exactly how to get her audience moving. In her lyrics, you will find powerful messages about self-worth and self-love.
“I want to make sure my music can empower and encourage whoever listens to it,” she says. “When you hear me sing, everyone should hear the joy, and the community that backs me and fuels me.”
Drawing inspiration from music legends like Whitney Houston, Tamia, and Fantasia, her enigmatic tone and melodies effortlessly capture a dynamic story. Aqyila, who started her career by writing and covering songs on TikTok during the pandemic, often looks towards her Jamaican roots and past experiences as a source for inspiration.
“Your mind and words are such powerful things,” she says. “I believe that you have to share them and speaking about my experiences through music has opened up my life in ways I didn’t even think were possible.”
“Pressure” is the product of Aqyila’s collaboration with producer Phinisey (Qveen Herby, Matty Noyes), songwriter Midian (Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Elle King). The sultry, but fun R&B track showcases her maturing vocals and is the perfect follow-up to her successful debut with “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me).”
About Aqyila:
After dropping her first single “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me)” with Sony Music Canada in 2021, Toronto-based vocalist and songwriter Aqyila received a JUNO nomination for Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year. Featuring a musical blend of R&B, pop, and soul genres with catchy melodies, “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me)” captures a strong lyrical message about the importance of family, sisterhood, positivity, and self-acceptance.
Landing on notable Spotify playlist such as Teen Beats, Mood Ring, It’s A Bop, and TikTok’s Top 100 All-Time Top Tracks Chart, Aqyila has garnered more than 10 million streams on Spotify worldwide and nearly 3 million creation posts on TikTok backed by notable artists such as Lizzo, and Monica.