New Zealand's own Paige is back with her third single from the upcoming EP 'paigesspace', and it’s a beautifully melancholic affair. Titled 'tragedy', the track is out now via Sony Music New Zealand, thanks to NZ On Air, and it continues to cement Paige's place as a master of intimate, heartfelt pop. The singer-songwriter has long been celebrated for her ability to create cathartic spaces with her music, and 'tragedy' is a testament to this skill.
Paige herself describes the song as being "about holding on through a one-sided relationship when you feel the other person letting go. Although there’s so many reasons to leave, you’d rather put up with the bad stuff and keep them in your life than be without them." This raw vulnerability is a core component of her artistry, and it's what has drawn listeners to her sound since she first started sharing her music online.
The EP's title, 'paigesspace', is a nod to her social media handle, a digital home where her creative ideas first found an audience. This concept is being brought to life in a literal sense with a stripped-back live version of 'tragedy' set for release next Friday, September 19. The accompanying video was filmed in a replica of her childhood bedroom, a symbolic representation of the personal and artistic freedom that her digital platform has always provided. It's a place where her subconscious mind can roam and where she is unapologetically herself.
Paige's journey from an online sensation to a global pop voice has been remarkable. Armed with her guitar and a wealth of honest lyrics, she has amassed over 76 million career streams.
Her illustrious vocals and poignant songwriting have not only resonated with a global audience but have also landed her on stages alongside major acts like the Jonas Brothers, George Ezra, and Ruel. Fresh off the news of her 2020 EP 'Always Growing' being certified Platinum in South Korea, Paige is set to take her talent to the inaugural 2025 Zandari Festa this October, a clear sign that her music is continuing to find new homes and new listeners around the world.
Stream the new single above, and for more, be sure to join Paige on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
