Raia Was Releases New Single, “What It Feels Like”

Raia Was has released her highly anticipated new single “What It Feels Like,” marking the beginning of a new era for the New York-based songwriter and producer. The track, which features an all-female lineup of collaborators, showcases Raia‘s unique ability to push the boundaries of genre while exploring the intricacies of identity.

After critical acclaim for her debut album Angel I’m Frightened, Raia Was has released a new single titled “What It Feels Like.” The track showcases Raia‘s unique ability to push the boundaries of genre while exploring the intricacies of identity.

In “What It Feels Like,” Raia fearlessly embraces her artistic vision, weaving together a tapestry of haunting melodies, hypnotic rhythms, and ethereal vocals. The song draws the listener into a world of introspection and emotional catharsis, exploring the complexities of love, loss, and the human experience.

Raia wrote the song about the experience of speaking one’s truth, and the moment of uncertainty that follows. She seeks to give sound to the nuances of everyday life, the feelings and sensations that often go unspoken but shape our experiences nonetheless.

The accompanying music video, produced and directed by Fazed Films with wearable art by Allison Pasquesi, captures the dreamlike quality of Raia‘s music, with scenes transitioning from darkness to light, emphasizing the theme of rebirth and transformation.

Watch Raia Was’ “What It Feels Like” video below

“What It Feels Like” is one of the first releases on Switch Hit Records, a musician-run collective that ensures 100% of all profits go directly to the artists. The imprint has already shared singles from Arthur Moon and Cale Hawkins, and has plans to release various full-length albums later this year.

“What It Feels Like” marks Raia Was‘ first single release since “You Are”, which was featured in HBO’s Euphoria. For more information on Raia Was, visit her website here.