Hamo Dell Releases Playful New Single ‘Worth The Wait’
Hamo Dell (Ngāti Porou) today releases her uplifting new single Worth The Wait – a playful, feel-good track that captures the familiar tension of waiting on someone you love.
Blending elements of R&B, soul, reggae, and pop, Worth The Wait embraces the humour of impatience while celebrating attraction, affection, and the reminder that some things in life really are worth waiting for.
At its heart, the song is playful – leaning into the push and pull of anticipation, while still carrying warmth and sincerity.
“Worth The Wait captures the playful tension of waiting on someone you love. It leans into the humour of impatience while still celebrating attraction, affection, and the feeling that some things are worth waiting for.”
Produced by Edyonthebeat, co-produced by Astro, and written by Matt Sadgrove, the track showcases another layer of Hamo’s artistry – light-hearted, relatable, and effortlessly honest.
For over a decade, Hamo Dell has built a reputation as one of Aotearoa’s captivating vocalists, known for her commanding stage presence and the tenderness in her vocal tone – a rare duality that makes her sound both powerful and intimate.
As a solo artist, Hamo continues to carve out her own lane, weaving together sounds grounded in R&B, reggae, soul, and pop, while remaining deeply connected to her identity and roots.
Proudly Māori, Hamo sees her artistry as a platform for both self-expression and representation. With authenticity at the centre of her music, and a voice that balances sweetness with strength, she continues to evolve while honouring where she comes from.
With Worth The Wait, Hamo invites listeners to lean into joy, connection, and the reminder that sometimes the best things really are worth waiting for.
Worth The Wait is out now on all streaming platforms.
