Daya Is Back and Brighter Than Ever with Bold New Single “Infrared”

Grammy-winning synth-pop trailblazer Daya has officially returned, lighting up the scene with her first new single in a year — the electric, emotionally-charged dance-pop gem “Infrared.” Released in partnership with ONErpm and now available on all streaming platforms worldwide, the track marks the beginning of a bold new chapter for the singer-songwriter, known for seamlessly blending vulnerability with fierce pop energy.

“‘Infrared’ captures this bold, confident bravado while also revealing a sincerity and fragility beneath the surface,” Daya shares. “For me, it reflects the feelings of being intimate with someone for the first time.”

Sonically stunning and emotionally resonant, “Infrared” introduces fans to a new side of Daya — one that’s unapologetically self-assured, yet deeply introspective. It’s the perfect reintroduction to the artist who’s spent the last decade reshaping the boundaries of modern pop.

This release comes just in time for Daya’s limited run of live dates with drag superstar Trixie Mattel, hitting Chicago, Minneapolis, and Nashville. Tickets for the mini-tour are on sale now — get yours while you can!

And speaking of milestones, 2025 marks a full decade since Daya exploded onto the scene with her breakout hit “Hide Away.” That debut single, released when she was just 16, quickly became a generational anthem, amassing nearly 700 million streams and going 4X Platinum. To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, Daya dropped an alternate version in April, while a fresh Alan Walker remix has taken on a life of its own with over 20 million streams and a viral moment on social media, boasting 300K+ video creations.

Daya’s star continued to rise after her 2015 debut, including a massive team-up with The Chainsmokers on “Don’t Let Me Down,” a global dance smash that sold over 10 million copies in the U.S. alone and earned her a Grammy Award. Since then, she’s toured with icons like Cyndi Lauper and Carly Rae Jepsen, and evolved into a fully independent artist — one who’s unafraid to experiment and reinvent her sound.

Her latest feature on Dom Dolla’s “Dreamin” has already taken over the airwaves, racking up 50 million streams and climbing the charts fast — currently sitting at #15 in the U.S. and peaking at #2 in Australia. Add in two high-profile international DJ collabs on the horizon, and it’s safe to say that 2025 is shaping up to be a career-defining year for Daya.

Whether you’ve been a fan since “Hide Away” or you’re just discovering her dreamy-yet-dynamic world, “Infrared” is your official invitation into Daya’s next era — and it’s one you don’t want to miss.

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