Yeija

“Chasing Devils” captures Yeija’s bold, empowering energy — a pop anthem born from spontaneity and self-expression. We spoke with her about inspiration, creative freedom, and dancing through chaos.

“Chasing Devils” has such a high-energy, empowering vibe. You’ve mentioned it was written during a burst of energy at the gym — can you tell us more about that moment and how it shaped the song’s sound and message?

I got the beat sent to me while I was at the gym and as soon as I heard it, I couldn’t focus on working out anymore. I was literally walking around in the gym, recording ideas into my phone and writing lyrics down. It just matched my mood in that moment and ideas started coming really naturally. Eventually I ended up going home, without finishing my workout cause I had the urge to keep writing.

This track marks your first fully pop single. What inspired you to make that shift toward a more pop-driven sound, and how does it differ from your previous work?

I just like doing different genres. It wasn’t a “decision” I made one day. It just depends on the mood. But I enjoy writing fun, catchy pop songs too and there’s definitely more like that coming.

3. You’ve cited Dua Lipa and Katy Perry as inspirations. What is it about their style or energy that resonates with you, and how did you channel that influence into “Chasing Devils”?

I grew up listening to a lot of pop. When I was younger I listened to a lot of Pop, I also had all of Katy Perry’s CDs, so it definitely influenced my writing. Now I mainly listen to R&B but it’s nice when music is fun and not too serious all the time.

The lyrics explore the tension between thrill and danger in love — that push-and-pull dynamic. How do you personally connect with that theme, and what do you hope listeners take away from it?

That story is basically my own. Wanting someone who isn’t good for you but still being attached. I’ve been there. I hope people feel understood, but I also just want it to feel empowering and fun like you can dance through it instead of feeling stuck in it.

“Chasing Devils” is also part of your upcoming DEVIL’S ROOM EP. Can you give us a hint about how this single fits into the larger story or mood of the EP?

This song is one of the more fun and empowering moments on the EP. A lot of the other tracks go deeper and more emotional, but Chasing Devils sits in that space where you’re still in it and you haven’t fully let go yet, but you’re owning it. It’s more like dancing through the chaos.

Being half-Japanese, UK-born, and now based in Germany, you bring a really unique cultural mix to your artistry. How have those different backgrounds influenced your music and creative identity?

I don’t really think about it in a direct musical way, but it’s just part of who I am. All of that shaped me and how I see the world.

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