Alya Drops Her New Single/Video "Glitter & Gold (Remix)", Feat. Lifesize Teddy
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Emirati-British creative Alya is joined by Nigerian rapper Lifesize Teddy (Mavin Records) on the “Glitter & Gold” Remix, out now via LPME Records/Studios. On the empowering Afro-pop track, the duo provoke thoughtful reflection as they speak on the importance of self-love. The single serves as a reminder that not everything shiny is worth holding onto.
On the collaboration, Alya shares, “When I first met Teddy, it felt like reconnecting with a childhood friend I hadn't seen in years. It was amazing! Shooting the visualizer only brought us closer, allowing us to collaborate and truly enjoy the incredible song we created together.”
“I heard it one time and was so jealous I didn’t come up with it,” says Lifesize Teddy on the original version of the song. “It’s so beautifully written, I had to have a part in it. Because the story is one I’m very familiar with, it was pretty seamless to connect. I had my verse written and recorded so quickly!”
“Glitter & Gold” invites listeners to dance to its infectious rhythm while its relatable lyrics navigate the complexities of romance against a father’s cautionary tales. The song was mastered by GRAMMY-winning engineer Dave Kutch (Alicia Keys, Billie Eilish, The Weeknd, Justin Timberlake) and co-written by Morgan Connie Smith (Kep1er, Nora Fatehi) and Moh Denebi (Loreen, Molly Sandén, Lara Fabian) who also produced the track. The original version was featured on Spotify’s ‘NMF UAE,’ Apple Music’s ‘New in Afrobeats,’ and TIDAL’s ‘New Arrivals: Pop’ editorial playlists in addition to earning media support from Ones To Watch, NALUDA, Envi Media, V13, Cliché Magazine, and more.
At just 19 years old, multifaceted creative Alya is making waves as a singer, dancer, and actress. Formerly signed to Universal Music MENA, the rising artist makes music that blends R&B, Amapiano, and Afro-pop elements, garnering over 3 million streams across platforms to date and earning media support from the likes of Cosmopolitan Middle East, Scene Noise, and Lovin Dubai to name a few. Beyond her music career, Alya’s talents have also allowed her to establish brand partnerships with FENDI, Valentino, and Benefit Cosmetics in addition to becoming an entertainment ambassador in Abu Dhabi.
Watch the music video for “Glitter & Gold Remix” below, listen to it on your preferred music service and connect with Alya on her social media.