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Kiara Saulters (born May 24, 1995), known professionally as Kiiara, is an American singer-songwriter from Wilmington, Illinois.[3][4] She is currently signed to Atlantic Records. Her 2015 single "Gold" peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. She is also known for contributing vocals to Linkin Park's 2017 single "Heavy".
Early life
[edit]Kiiara was born on May 24, 1995, in Wilmington, Illinois.[5] She attended Wilmington High School where she played for the school's volleyball team.[5] While recording her breakout EP, she also worked as a hardware store clerk. She started a studio internship to help familiarize herself with the music process and get practice recording.[1][3]
Career
[edit]In 2013, Kiiara independently released an acoustic pop single called "Bring Me Back" under her real name.[1][6]
In June 2015, after signing a deal to Atlantic Records and changing to her stage name from Kiara Saulters to Kiiara, she released her debut single "Gold".[3][7] Later that year, "Gold" was chosen as background music of a 15-second Apple Watch commercial titled "Style".[8] The song was her first entry on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 13. Her debut extended play (EP), Low Kii Savage was released on March 22, 2016.[9][10] The video for "Gold" quickly gained popularity, reaching five million views during mid-May 2016.[11]
On September 15, 2016, Kiiara made her television debut, performing "Gold" on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.[12] Kiiara was featured on Linkin Park's single, "Heavy", which was released digitally on February 16, 2017 and on radio on February 21.[13][14] She later performed "Heavy" with Julia Michaels at the Linkin Park and Friends: Celebrate Life in Honor of Chester Bennington concert at the Hollywood Bowl which was held after the death of Linkin Park's vocalist Chester Bennington.[15]
In March 2018, she was featured on the Cheat Codes single "Put Me Back Together".[16]
On June 7, 2019, she released the single "Open My Mouth". Kiiara stated that it would serve as the lead single from her debut studio album,[17] along with another single "Bipolar", released on September 6, 2019.[18] However, both were cut from the final track listing, although the first one featured on a deluxe edition of the record.[19]
On October 9, 2020, she released her debut studio album Lil Kiiwi, which includes her previously released singles "Gold", "Feels", and "Whippin" featuring Felix Snow, as well as new singles "I Still Do", "Never Let You", and "Numb" featuring DeathbyRomy and Pvris.[20] A deluxe edition of her album was later released, which included two songs "Intention" and "Tennessee" taken from her debut extended play, Low Kii Savage, as well as two previous non-album singles, "Messy" and "Open My Mouth".[19]
Influences
[edit]Kiiara has cited Eminem, Rihanna, Joyner Lucas, Yelawolf, and Linkin Park as her influences.[21][22]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Details | Certifications |
|---|---|---|
| Lil Kiiwi |
|
Extended plays
[edit]| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [26] |
US Heat. [27] |
AUS [28] | ||
| Low Kii Savage |
|
41 | 13 | 46 |
Singles
[edit]As lead artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [29] |
AUS [28] |
BEL (FL) [30] |
CAN [31] |
DEN [32] |
ITA [33] |
NLD [34][35] |
NZ [36] |
SWE [37] |
UK [38] | ||||
| "Bring Me Back"[6] (as Kiara Saulters)[1] |
2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | |
| "Gold" | 2015 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 12 | 53 | 56 | 22 | 29 | 48 | Low Kii Savage and Lil Kiiwi | |
| "Feels"[45] | 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Hang Up tha Phone"[46] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Low Kii Savage | ||
| "Dopemang"[47] (featuring Ashley All Day) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| "Whippin" (featuring Felix Snow) |
2017 | — | — | —[A] | 94 | — | — | 113 | —[B] | — | — |
|
Lil Kiiwi |
| "Wishlist"[49] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| "Messy"[50] | 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Lil Kiiwi | |
| "Gloe" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| "Diamonds"[51] (with Jauz) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | The Wise and the Wicked | ||
| "1%" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album singles | ||
| "L*** Is a Bad Word"[52] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "I Don't Wanna Be Friends" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "How Can You Love Me" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Open My Mouth"[53] | 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Lil Kiiwi | |
| "Bipolar"[54] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| "I Still Do"[55] | 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Lil Kiiwi | |
| "Never Let You"[56] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Numb" (featuring DeathbyRomy and Pvris) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "So Sick" (featuring Blackbear) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Happy Hour"[57] (with Felix Cartal) |
2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Expensive Sounds for Nice People | |
| "Used to Be" (with Steve Aoki featuring Wiz Khalifa) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[C] | — | — | Non-album singles | ||
| "King"[59] (with Rosa Linn) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Closer" | 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Miss Me" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Microdose" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Hangover" | 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Cum in Peace" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Speed" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Whoops" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "This Time" (with Burko and The Archer) |
2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Love & Drugs" (with Teamwork. and American Authors) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
As featured artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [29] |
AUS [28] |
AUT [60] |
BEL (FL) [30] |
BEL (WA) [61] |
CAN [31] |
IRE |
ITA [33] |
SWI [62] |
UK [38] | ||||
| "Heavy" (Linkin Park featuring Kiiara)[63] |
2017 | 45 [64] |
33 [65] |
9 | —[D] | —[E] | 46 [66] |
88 [67] |
78 [68] |
8 | 43 | One More Light | |
| "Complicated" (Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and David Guetta featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | 51 | 4 | 6 | — | — | — | 37 | — |
|
Non-album singles | |
| "Cross My Mind Pt. 2" (A R I Z O N A featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Darkside" (Ty Dolla $ign & Future featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Bright: The Album | ||
| "Put Me Back Together" (Cheat Codes featuring Kiiara)[75] |
2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album singles | |
| "Be Somebody" (Steve Aoki and Nicky Romero featuring Kiiara)[76] |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "You're Not Alone" (Don Diablo featuring Kiiara)[77] |
2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| "Obsessed" (Ashley All Day featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Lonely Baby" (Hyphen Hyphen featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | — | — | —[F] | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Back to You" (Ekali featuring Kiiara) |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | A World Away | ||
| "Never Felt Like This" (Devault featuring Kiiara)[78] |
2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
Guest appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Other artist(s) | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Chit Chat" | 2018 | Alma | Heavy Rules Mixtape |
| "Makin Money" | Lil Aaron | Rock$tar Famou$ | |
| "In the Stars" | 2019 | One OK Rock | Eye of the Storm |
| "Ain't About You" | 2021 | Wonho | Love Synonym Pt.2: Right for Us |
Notes
[edit]- ^ "Whippin" did not enter the Ultratop 50, but peaked at number 46 on the Flemish Ultratip chart.[30]
- ^ "Whippin" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number six on the NZ Heatseekers Singles Chart.[48]
- ^ "Used to Be" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 18 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[58]
- ^ "Heavy" did not enter the Ultratop 50, but peaked at number 4 on the Flemish Ultratip chart.[30]
- ^ "Heavy" did not enter the Ultratop 50 nor the bubbling under Ultratip chart, but was registered in the Ultratip charts as an extra tip.[61]
- ^ "Lonely Baby" did not enter the Ultratop 50, but peaked at number 43 on the Walloon Ultratip chart.[61]
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Kiiara
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Early years
Early life
Kiara Saulters was born on May 24, 1995, in Wilmington, Illinois.[17][18][19] She is the daughter of Scott R. Saulters and Jacqueline Ann “Jackie” Tulley.[17] Saulters was raised in Wilmington, a small town in Will County.[20][21]Education and early career
Kiiara, born Kiara Saulters, attended Wilmington High School in Wilmington, Illinois.[17] During her high school years, she participated in the school's volleyball team.[17][22] After high school, she briefly attended college, where she dual-majored in accounting and finance before dropping out to pursue music.[22] Saulters balanced early musical pursuits with part-time employment as a hardware store clerk in her hometown, a job she took during breaks and summers. While working there, she self-recorded tracks using home setups to experiment with sounds and production.[21] Her initial forays into music included recording under her birth name, Kiara Saulters, and independently releasing the acoustic pop single "Bring Me Back" in 2013, marking her first step toward a professional career in songwriting and performance.[23] This early release showcased a more straightforward pop style compared to her later work, reflecting her self-taught recording efforts at age 18.[23]Career
2014–2016: Breakthrough with "Gold"
In 2015, Kiiara uploaded her debut single "Gold," produced by Felix Snow, to SoundCloud, where it quickly gained viral traction, amassing millions of streams and attracting immediate industry attention.[24][5] The track's stripped-down, atmospheric production and Kiiara's emotive vocals resonated with listeners, leading to widespread sharing on social platforms and prompting label executives to contact her within a day of its release.[5] This buzz culminated in Kiiara signing a recording contract with Atlantic Records later that year, followed by a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music.[25] The official release of "Gold" on October 26, 2015, propelled its commercial success, peaking at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2016. Its exposure expanded further when it was featured in an Apple Watch advertisement starring Chloë Sevigny, boosting its visibility and streams.[26] Building on this momentum, Kiiara released her debut EP, Low Kii Savage, on March 22, 2016, through Atlantic Records.[27] The six-track project, which included "Gold" as the lead single alongside "Feels," "Tennessee," "Intention," "Say Anymore," and "Hang Up Tha Phone," debuted at number 192 on the US Billboard 200 and peaked at number 41. The EP showcased her blend of alternative R&B and electronic elements, solidifying her emerging presence in the pop landscape.[27] On September 15, 2016, Kiiara made her television debut, performing "Gold" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, marking a pivotal moment in her breakthrough. This appearance highlighted her live charisma and further amplified the single's cultural impact.[28]2017–2019: Collaborations and Low Kii Savage
In 2017, Kiiara expanded her profile through high-profile collaborations, beginning with her feature on Linkin Park's "Heavy," the lead single from their seventh studio album One More Light, released on February 16.[29] The track, which blended electronic pop elements with the band's rock sound, peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number 2 on the Hot Rock Songs chart, marking Kiiara's entry into mainstream rock audiences.[30][31] She performed the song live with Linkin Park at events like the Echo Awards in Germany and an acoustic set in Hamburg, further solidifying her rising visibility.[32][33] That same year, Kiiara released her single "Whippin" featuring producer Felix Snow on April 12, which showcased her signature glitchy, trap-infused pop style and debuted with a summery music video directed by James Mack. Building on this, she joined The Chainsmokers as a special guest on their Memories: Do Not Open arena tour across North America, performing over 30 dates from May onward, including stops at venues like the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.[34][35] Her setlists often highlighted tracks from Low Kii Savage, such as "Gold" and "Coma," which she also performed at festivals like Coachella Weekend 1 and Panorama Music Festival, where she delivered energetic renditions that drew praise for her stage presence.[36][37] By 2018, Kiiara continued her collaborative streak with "Put Me Back Together," a melodic EDM-pop track with electronic trio Cheat Codes, released on March 1 and accompanied by a lyric video emphasizing themes of emotional repair.[38] She followed this with solo singles that promoted her evolving sound, including "Messy" on May 11, which explored relationship complexities over a bouncy beat and was promoted through appearances like a BUILD Series interview in New York, where she discussed its personal inspirations.[39][40] Later that year, "Gloe" arrived on August 24, a shimmering anthem about self-empowerment that featured on Spotify's New Music Friday playlist and received coverage for its vibrant, technicolor music video.[11] These releases tied into the ongoing promotion of Low Kii Savage, with Kiiara headlining her own Messy Tour in fall 2018, hitting venues like Lincoln Hall in Chicago and Fine Line in Minneapolis to showcase EP tracks alongside new material.[10] Throughout 2017 and 2018, Kiiara's media presence grew via festival slots and tour support, including a performance at Harvard's Yardfest in April 2019 that capped this period's momentum, while she teased expansions on her EP's glitch-pop aesthetic in interviews focused on her artistic growth.[41] This phase highlighted her shift toward broader partnerships and live engagement, laying groundwork for future projects without major re-releases of Low Kii Savage.[42]2020–present: Lil Kiiwi and recent releases
Kiiara released her debut studio album, Lil Kiiwi, on October 9, 2020, through Atlantic Records.[43] The album features 13 tracks blending electro-pop and lo-fi elements, with production credits including Andrew Cedar, ARKADI, Brenton Duvall, and Felix Snow, among others.[44] Key tracks such as "So Sick" featuring blackbear and "Whippin" featuring Felix Snow highlight collaborations with established artists and producers, contributing to the album's cohesive sound focused on themes of relationships and personal vulnerability.[44] A deluxe edition followed on February 25, 2021, adding remixes and additional features like DeathbyRomy and PVRIS.[45] Critics praised Lil Kiiwi as a mature evolution from Kiiara's earlier work, with Pitchfork describing it as "a promising reintroduction" that grapples with the impulsiveness of young adulthood through refined electro-pop production.[46] Riff Magazine noted the album's mix of previously released material and new songs, commending expansive pop elements in tracks like "So Sick" while highlighting its rhythmic intensity.[47] Reviews emphasized recurring motifs of emotional failure and self-reflection, as in CelebMix's analysis of the album's exploration of personal shortcomings across its tracks.[48] The album's promotion centered on singles released in the lead-up to and alongside its launch. "Open My Mouth," initially issued on June 17, 2019, served as an early indicator of the album's direction with its bold, anthemic electro-pop style and was included on the tracklist.[49] "I Still Do," dropped on July 17, 2020, marked Kiiara's first single of the year and delved into themes of lingering love and regret toward an ex-partner, accompanied by an official music video.[50][51] Subsequent singles like "Never Let You" on August 21, 2020, and "Numb" on September 8, 2020, further built anticipation, focusing on emotional numbness and relational boundaries.[44] Following Lil Kiiwi, Kiiara shifted toward more independent output, releasing a series of standalone singles between 2021 and 2024 without a full-length follow-up. Notable releases included "Whoops" on September 15, 2023, under her own imprint lil kii kii, alongside "The One," "Minute," and "Speed" that same year, emphasizing experimental pop with personal lyrical introspection.[52] Touring plans, originally set for 2020 to support the album, were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and no major headlining tours materialized in the subsequent years despite signing with IAG for representation.[53] In early 2021, she discussed the therapeutic role of songwriting amid personal challenges, including mental health, in interviews.[54] In 2025, Kiiara continued her streak of sporadic releases with "This Time" on January 10, featuring production by Burko and The Archer, exploring themes of reflection and second chances in a melodic pop framework, though it garnered limited chart presence.[55][25] Later that month, on January 31, she collaborated with Teamwork. and American Authors on "Love & Drugs," a track addressing the highs and lows of romantic entanglement and escapism, released via Four Music Local; media coverage focused on the collaboration's upbeat energy, but it did not achieve significant chart performance.[15][56] As of November 2025, Kiiara remains active in releasing independent singles, with no announced full projects or certifications for prior works, signaling a continued emphasis on artistic autonomy over major label cycles.[52]Artistry
Musical style
Kiiara's music primarily blends alternative R&B, electropop, and alt-pop, creating a sound that merges introspective lyrics with electronic textures.[46] Her work often features trap-influenced beats characterized by heavy bass and rhythmic sparsity, as evident in tracks like "Gold" and "Whippin," which punctuate downcast electro-pop with trap-style production.[57] This fusion draws from contemporary electronic trends, positioning her alongside artists like Halsey and Olivia O'Brien in their shared use of moody, genre-blurring aesthetics.[46] A hallmark of her style is the heavy use of auto-tune and vocal processing, including chopped and screwed techniques that warp her breathy delivery into ethereal, fragmented layers.[58] These elements integrate seamlessly with eclectic sampling, adding psychedelic undertones to her R&B framework. Her vocals, often layered with reverb and pitch-shifting, emphasize emotional vulnerability while maintaining a polished, digital sheen that enhances the hypnotic quality of her tracks.[57] Kiiara's sound has evolved from acoustic roots to sophisticated electronic production. Early releases, like the 2013 single "Bring Me Back" under her birth name Kiara Saulters, showcased homey acoustic pop with minimal instrumentation and straightforward storytelling.[59] By her 2015 breakthrough and subsequent EPs such as Low Kii Savage, she shifted to hyperpop-infused alternative R&B with spliced vocals and trap elements, reflecting a move toward experimental, bass-heavy arrangements.[46] Later works, including the 2020 album lil kiiwi, refine this into lo-fi electro-pop with whispered introspection over plucky drops, demonstrating a maturation in blending raw emotion with refined digital production.[46] Since 2020, her singles such as "Whoops" (2023) and "This Time" (2025) have continued to explore themes of vulnerability and personal growth within electronic and alternative R&B frameworks.[52]Influences
Kiiara has cited several artists as key influences on her music, including Eminem, Rihanna, Joyner Lucas, Yelawolf, and Linkin Park.[60][61] Eminem's impact is particularly profound, as discovering his music introduced Kiiara to hip-hop and shaped her appreciation for raw lyrical delivery and emotional depth in songwriting. She has described studying his lyrics and flow as a core part of her creative process, which informs the introspective and candid style in her own tracks.[62][61] Rihanna contributes to Kiiara's pop sensibility, influencing her ability to blend catchy melodies with personal vulnerability, allowing her to navigate pop structures while maintaining an authentic edge. This is evident in how Kiiara draws from Rihanna's emotive vocal delivery to infuse her electropop with relatable themes of relationships and self-reflection.[60] Hip-hop elements in Kiiara's sound stem from artists like Joyner Lucas and Yelawolf, whose rhythmic flows and narrative-driven verses inspire her to incorporate trap beats and spoken-word-like cadences into her production. She actively analyzes their approaches to melody and lyricism, which helps her experiment with genre fusion in her music.[61] Linkin Park has been a longstanding influence since Kiiara was five years old, guiding her toward rock fusion and the integration of alternative sounds with electronic elements. Her admiration for their dynamic energy and crossover appeal encourages her to mix heavy instrumentation with pop hooks, broadening her artistic range.[63][61]Discography
Studio albums
Kiiara released her debut studio album, Lil Kiiwi, on October 9, 2020, through Atlantic Records and Warner Music Group.[64] The project marked her first full-length release, compiling 13 tracks that blend electropop, alternative R&B, and trap influences, with production contributions from collaborators including Felix Snow, Kevin White, and Cirkut.[44] Key themes revolve around toxic relationships, self-reflection, and emotional impulsivity, often delivered through Kiiara's signature whispered vocals and atmospheric synths.[46] The tracklist features previously released singles such as "Gold," "Feels," and "Whippin" (featuring Felix Snow), alongside new songs like "So Sick" (featuring blackbear), "Brightside," and "Don't Get Confused."[44] Standout production elements include trap-infused beats on tracks like "Whippin" and ethereal, laid-back arrangements on "Feels," emphasizing Kiiara's evolution from earlier EPs toward a more cohesive pop sound.[47] A deluxe edition followed on February 25, 2021, adding four bonus tracks, including remixes and additional collaborations.[45] Critically, Lil Kiiwi received mixed reviews, praised for its catchy, futuristic vibe but critiqued for relying on older material and lacking vocal range in places. Pitchfork awarded it a 6.1 out of 10, noting Kiiara's compelling storytelling on vengeful themes but highlighting inconsistencies in commitment to the songs.[46] Riff Magazine described it as a "breezy, laidback" exploration of love interests with unique, controlled vocals, while The Heights called it disappointing and incomplete compared to her prior work.[47][65] CelebMix lauded it as a "perfect pop package" with building energy across tracks.[48] Commercially, the album achieved moderate streaming success, amassing over 1 billion plays on Spotify as of November 2025, driven largely by the enduring popularity of "Gold" and other singles.[66] It did not reach major chart peaks but contributed to Kiiara's growing catalog, with no further studio albums released by November 2025.[67]Extended plays
Kiiara's debut extended play, Low Kii Savage, marked her first major release as a recording artist, serving as a concise collection of tracks that bridged her early singles with fuller-length projects. Released on March 22, 2016, via Atlantic Records, the EP features six songs produced by collaborators including Felix Snow, Casper and B., and Brenton Duvall, emphasizing experimental blends of alternative R&B, trap, and electropop elements.[27][68] Unlike her later studio albums, which explore broader thematic narratives, Low Kii Savage functions as a promotional snapshot, highlighting raw, vignette-style compositions that showcase Kiiara's vocal versatility and production innovation in shorter formats. The tracklist includes:| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Gold" | 4:31 |
| 2 | "Feels" | 3:23 |
| 3 | "Tennessee" | 3:04 |
| 4 | "Intention" | 3:36 |
| 5 | "Whippin" | 3:24 |
| 6 | "Hang Up Tha Phone" | 3:29 |
Singles as lead artist
Kiiara's debut single, "Gold", was released on October 26, 2015, through Atlantic Records. The track, produced by Felix Snow and Isaac Berger, peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and spent 27 weeks on the ranking.[73] It also reached number 5 on the Mainstream Top 40 airplay chart. The song has been certified 3× Platinum by the RIAA in the United States, denoting three million units sold and streamed. The official music video, directed by Cameron Duddy and released on March 21, 2016, features Kiiara in surreal, dreamlike sequences and has garnered over 150 million views on YouTube.[74] In 2017, Kiiara released "Whippin" on April 12, featuring production from frequent collaborator Felix Snow. The single peaked at number 94 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart but did not enter the Billboard Hot 100.[75] "Feels", another early lead single, was issued on January 15, 2016, and served as a precursor to her debut EP Low Kii Savage. Produced by James Vinny and Felix Snow, it showcases Kiiara's alternative R&B style with chopped vocal effects, though it did not achieve notable chart success.[76] Kiiara's 2018 single "Messy" arrived on May 11, co-written and produced by Britten Newbill and Pierre-Luc Rioux. The track explores themes of emotional chaos in relationships and received positive reviews for its electropop production, accumulating over 50 million streams on Spotify, but it failed to chart on major Billboard rankings.[10] In July 2018, Kiiara released "Gloe", a dreamy electropop track produced by Felix Snow, focusing on themes of longing and introspection, which garnered moderate streaming attention but no major chart positions.[11] "Open My Mouth", released on June 7, 2019, marked the lead single from her anticipated debut album. Co-written by Kiiara with Amy Allen, Scott Harris, and others, and produced by Mark Ralph, the song blends pop and R&B elements with bold, confessional lyrics. It did not peak on the Billboard Hot 100.[77] In 2020, "I Still Do" was released as a single, exploring vulnerability and personal growth, produced by collaborators including Poo Bear, achieving streaming success but no chart peaks.[12] In 2023, Kiiara released several standalone singles including "Speed" (exploring fast-paced relationships), "Whoops", "Minute", "The One", "Cum in Peace", and "Hangover", each showcasing her evolving electropop sound with themes of modern romance and self-reflection, though none charted on major rankings.[52] More recently, in 2025, Kiiara released "This Time" as a standalone single, emphasizing introspective themes in her evolving sound, though specific chart performance remains uncharted as of November 2025.[15]| Title | Release Date | Peak Charts | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Gold" | October 26, 2015 | US Hot 100: #13 US Mainstream Top 40: #5 | US: 3× Platinum (RIAA) |
| "Whippin" (feat. Felix Snow) | April 12, 2017 | Canada Hot 100: #94 | None |
| "Feels" | January 15, 2016 | None | None |
| "Messy" | May 11, 2018 | None | None |
| "Gloe" | July 13, 2018 | None | None |
| "Open My Mouth" | June 7, 2019 | None | None |
| "I Still Do" | April 24, 2020 | None | None |
| "Speed" | March 10, 2023 | None | None |
| "Whoops" | May 2023 | None | None |
| "Minute" | June 2023 | None | None |
| "The One" | July 2023 | None | None |
| "Cum in Peace" | August 2023 | None | None |
| "Hangover" | September 2023 | None | None |
| "This Time" | 2025 | None | None |