SHARAI, who is only 19 years old, is a new voice with wisdom beyond her years. She just released her first single, "Get Back." The singer-songwriter from Southwest London mixes folk, R&B, and pop music with ease to create a sound that feels personal and universal. Her art is inspired by the honesty of Tracy Chapman's lyrics and the power of Emeli Sandé's voice, but her voice is unique in its own right.
The song "Get Back" is about taking back your power after being undervalued and turning weakness into strength. SHARAI channels that moment when you realise you want to go back to being your true self, strengthened, wiser, and unshaken. The song speaks directly to us and provides us space to express our stories, which shows that she is a songwriter who can connect with people on a deep level.
The song seamlessly aligns with its intended meaning. What started in her bedroom with her mom's guitar turned into a full-band arrangement that was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, a place known for making records that last forever. The closeness of its beginnings and the vastness of its studio recording give "Get Back" life, balancing warmth with a strong sense of scale.
SHARAI is on a path that feels both promising and purposeful after sharing the stage with Rachel Chinouriri at Spotify Radar and Sam Wilkinson at The Forge. SHARAI is someone to watch in the next wave of UK voices because she writes songs from the heart, has undeniable talent, and knows who she is.