The soul-pop landscape just got a little brighter. Teamwrk Records has officially announced the signing of rising singer-songwriter CHIRAI, coinciding with the arrival of her atmospheric and chart-climbing new single, ‘Blueberry Skies’. If the title sounds familiar, it is likely because the track has already become a staple on TikTok, where its dreamy production has ignited a significant viral trend.
Drawing its initial spark from the poignant verses of Lang Leav’s poem 'Blue', the single is an exploration of that rare, dizzying moment when you realise you have finally found "the one." While the track is firmly rooted in modern soul-pop, it tips its hat to the timeless tradition of the "wedding song." Listeners will immediately recognise the nostalgic nod to The Dixie Cups’ 1964 classic 'Chapel of Love', which bookends the track in the intro and outro. However, CHIRAI takes this vintage influence and elevates it into something grander, using soaring, gospel-inflected choruses and intricate layers of harmony to create a truly cinematic experience.
For CHIRAI, the recording process was less of a standard studio session and more of a meticulous labour of love. Every vocal layer and harmonic swell was curated to ensure it reflected her authentic identity.
“Making this song felt intentional,” she explains. “It was one of the first times I truly took the driver’s seat creatively, making bold artistic choices that were entirely my own.”
Beyond its lush arrangements, ‘Blueberry Skies’ carries a grounded message about the quest for self-worth and the safety found in healthy partnerships. It is a celebration of the journey toward finding the respect and devotion that women deserve. This emotional honesty is the hallmark of CHIRAI’s songwriting, which acts as a mirror for the complexities of the human experience.
“Music is the only way I really understand myself and the world around me,” says CHIRAI. “I hope when you listen, you feel seen, a little less alone, and maybe even grateful to be here too.”
As she joins the Teamwrk Records roster, this signing marks a pivotal milestone for an artist committed to vulnerability. With ‘Blueberry Skies’ already capturing hearts online, CHIRAI is proving that her bold, honest voice is exactly what the industry needs right now.
You can stream the new single above, and for more, join CHIRAI on Instagram and TikTok.
