Yazida is rapidly establishing herself as one of the most distinctive voices in Paris. Her music exudes an undeniable energy that is both intimately personal and widely relatable. The 24-year-old French-Tunisian artist fuses pop, UK garage, and dance to create a sound that is simultaneously fresh and reminiscent of the past. Listening to her tracks transports you back to the early 2000s, with a sonic homage to that period while remaining distinctly authentic to her style. What distinguishes her is her vulnerability and dynamism, capturing the complexities of youth, including relationships, friendships, girlhood, and love. Her music conjures images of Y2K films and Nintendo DS games, creating an immersive experience that feels like entering a carefully constructed alternate world.
With foundations in the vibrant online hyper-pop community, particularly a Discord group called dialtone, Yazida has cultivated her own community through her music and collaborations with emerging artists like 4cf and angelus. She maintains a strong presence on social media, and her fanbase is expanding beyond her hometown, boasting over 200k monthly listeners on Spotify, which positions her as a formidable presence in the industry.
Her latest single, “greedy,” produced by Jdolla, is a dance track infused with jerk influences that showcases her musical growth. The song delves into a complicated relationship with a guy who always seems insatiable. Through its catchy melody, she expresses, “I laid it out for you, I told you / You only get one but you want two / You know this greed of yours won’t help you."
As she gears up for the release of her forthcoming mixtape and a potential debut album next year, we had the chance to talk to Yazida about her beginnings, major influences, and future plans.
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For those unfamiliar with Yazida, could you introduce yourself? When did you start making music?
I began making music during my first year of college after meeting one of my best friends, Zach, known as 4cf, who provided me with all the essential tools. I released my first few songs in 2020, but I wasn't too proud of them. In 2021, Zach introduced me to the hyperpop scene, specifically a Discord collective named dialtone, where I connected with many talented artists who helped propel my journey.
It's been almost five years since your first release. How would you characterize your current sound, and how has it evolved over time?
Currently, my sound leans heavily towards pop, particularly UK garage and dance. “greedy” stands out a bit as it's a jerk song, but still very danceable. I'd say my music mostly consists of danceable tracks. Initially, when I started creating music, I focused on acoustic styles. However, discovering PinkPantheress and the unique twist she brought to UK garage made me realize I wanted to create in that way.
You released your new single ‘greedy’ last week, which I can't stop repeating. When did you begin working on it?
Thank you! That song holds a special place in my heart. I started it at the beginning of February during a period of frustration mixed with inspiration. Recording it felt really therapeutic, as I tried to convey how lost and powerless I felt. It reflects the experience of being with someone who constantly wants more in a relationship and how that can affect your self-esteem. At that time, I was listening to a lot of YT, which significantly influenced the song's final sound. I believe I accomplished what I aimed for.
Jdolla, who has collaborated with artists like Yeat, Drake, and Lil Uzi Vert, produced it. How did you two end up working together?
He collaborates with an artist I admire named Lil Hero. He also has a YouTube channel where he regularly uploads beats. We became friends and began working together about a year ago. He produced my song ‘guy like you’ alongside ninetyniine. Interestingly, the beat for ‘greedy’ wasn’t one he sent; I discovered it while browsing his YouTube channel.
Can you walk us through your creative process? When you have an idea for a song, where do you typically start, and when do you know it's finished?
I don’t have a single, defined approach to making music; it varies based on my emotional state. I need to feel inspired, or sometimes I’m overwhelmed by my feelings and need to let them out. Once I find a beat, I aim to create the catchiest hook and build the song from there. If I’m in the right mindset, I know it will get done.
You've mentioned other artists like PinkPantheress. Who are the main influences in your life right now?
PinkPantheress continues to be a major influence. I'm also really into Coupdekat, Jae Stephens, and Cece Natalie. Most of my inspirations are women. I also really appreciate underscores. Her latest single blew my
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