NZ Vocalist/Producer Lola, Returns with new single, ‘Faith’
Following her lucid trip-hop single Under, Tāmaki Makaurau-based producer and vocalist Lola returns with Faith, a song that grapples with the fleeting nature of spirituality. Set against a backdrop of layered percussion, Spanish guitar, and cinematic stillness, Faith questions the things we hold onto — whether in ourselves, in others, or in something greater — and the ease with which they can slip away.
Self-produced and written by Lola, she describes Faith as: “A cyclical take on being connected to energy that feels bigger than just the day-to-day. But that connection is fleeting; life inevitably pulls you back, grounding you in reality. The song tries to capture that push and pull — the cycle of losing it, searching for it, and finding it again, only for it to slip away once more.”
Drawing influence from flamenco and Andalusian folk sounds that narrated Lola’s upbringing, Faith pulses with rhythm yet remains deeply introspective. The track features Phoebe Johnson (Revulva) on bass and Drew Barnicoat on guitar, lending an organic warmth to Lola’s production. The interplay between these elements mirrors the song’s theme—a dance between trust and hesitation, between movement and stillness.
Most recently, Lola starred in Stolen Girlfriends Club’s ‘Stolen Kisses’ Valentine’s Day campaign, appearing on billboards across Tāmaki Makaurau alongside her partner, fellow producer Zëla Somar. The campaign, aligned with Lola’s own artistic ethos—one that embraces fluidity, and self-expression. Reflecting on the experience, Lola says, “this campaign felt like a reflection of where I’m at — more confident in myself, less concerned with outside opinions. Through music, I’ve grown into that comfort. Love doesn’t need to be othered or explained — it just is.”
Since the release of Under, Lola has continued carving out her own lane, with her music gaining traction on alternative radio across Aotearoa. Alongside her solo work, she has produced for Isla Noon and Toy Shaw while scoring the i-D finalist film ‘Revenant’ in collaboration with stylist and designer Zheyi Ruan.
Photo Credit: JJ Farry | Garment Design: Zheyi Ruan, Fringes Garments | Styling: Zheyi Ruan
