Ayanna

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Born in Kingston Jamaica, from East London, Ayanna has swiftly emerged as a soulful force in contemporary R&B, pop, and soul. This singer-songwriter is known for a voice that pours emotion into every note and songwriting that wears its heart on its sleeve. Her choreographed performances fuse old-school glamour with a grounded, modern femininity, reflecting a brand centred on emotional resonance, immersive world-building, and the reclamation of truth and feminine power. Every performance by Äyanna feels like you are entering a lush musical world where vulnerability meets elegance and empowerment.  

Äyanna first caught the public’s eye through viral vocal and dance clips across TikTok and Instagram, which showcased her dynamic talent and magnetic charisma. On the strength of these intimate performances, she quickly expanded her reach as well as writing behind the scene on Stormzy’s platinum-selling single “Hide & Seek” and contributing her pen to tracks for global stars like Kali Uchis, Koji Radical, Ciara & Summer Walker remix.  

As a vocalist, she’s been equally in demand lending her rich, emotive vocals as a featured artist on Headie One’s track “Rapunzel,” and captivating live audiences while opening for Tems on the London stop of the ‘Born In The Wild’ tour. In 2022, Äyanna made a debut appearance on the international stage with a standout closing performance at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Düsseldorf, signalling the arrival of a formidable new talent poised to leave her mark on the industry’s biggest platforms.  

Ayanna’s artistic statements can be found in both of her EP’s, ‘In a Perfect World’ and her more recent body of work, ‘About À Boy’, This five-track R&B-forward collection delves into themes of self-love, empowerment, vulnerability, and emotional growth, each song delivered with the raw sincerity and lush melodic touch that have become her signature. Every track is accompanied by evocative visuals, adding a cinematic flair to Äyanna’s world-building and spotlighting her commitment to storytelling.  

Her authentic and heartfelt artistry has not gone unnoticed: she has garnered praise and features in publications such as Complex, Teen Vogue, Essence, Black Brit Magazine, Billboard, and Rolling Stone, amongst others. On the airwaves and streaming platforms, her music has been championed by BBC 1Xtra, Capital, KISS and Reprezent radio, and highlighted on Apple Music’s playlists and interview segments. Äyanna’s reach is as impressive as her artistry,  she has amassed over 2.5 million streams in the UK and counts 315,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, alongside a dedicated social media community of 150,000+ followers on TikTok and 100,000+ on Instagram who are drawn to her authenticity and soul-baring performances.  

Through it all, Äyanna remains grounded in authenticity and emotional truth. She exudes a soft power in how she crafts and delivers her music, weaving elegant storytelling with a strong sense of personal agency. In an industry often focused on spectacle, Äyanna stands out by doing the right thing, championing sincerity, empathy, and self-love, proving that it’s not just okay to “do the right thing,” it’s empowering. Her aspirational yet down-to-earth spirit invites listeners into a world where they are seen, heard, and inspired to embrace their own truth, making Äyanna an inspiration of soulful, elegant storytelling and empowerment on the modern music scene.