Sunday Spin: New Releases From RAYE, Elephant Kind, HANA, SB19, and KANGMIN
Sunday Spin is EnVi‘s weekly music showcase, where we bring you the hottest global hits in our curated playlist. Join us every Sunday for new music that sets the perfect tone for your upcoming week.
Spring is blooming, and it’s the perfect time to check out the latest releases! From pop-rock anthems to ambient R&B, these hot new tracks are guaranteed to freshen up your week. Tap in and take a look at EnVi’s latest Sunday Spin!
RAYE featuring Amma & Absolutely – “Joy.”
RAYE’s newest album, THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. shows her emotional vulnerability while wrestling with life’s challenges. From holding onto internal pain in “I Know You’re Hurting.” to body image issues in “I Hate The Way I Look Today.,” RAYE encourages listeners to share their burdens. Following previous emotionally-heavy tracks, “Joy.” turns introspective and shifts the tone of the album. Though time has been given to mourn and hurt, RAYE shows she is ready to foster good to come from the future.
The song starts as a house track, then introduces a piano and strings as the first verse progresses. RAYE reflects on herself in the lyrics with an initially solemn mood, “The sadness has a grip on me, and it must disappear.” Black Southern gospel influences on the track are also heard in the composition, instrumentation, and in the call-and-response woven throughout verses. Incorporating tambourine and trumpets instantly livens up the song, as RAYE decides to shake off the pain. “I may cry through the night / But my joy comes in the morning,” RAYE sings, with a renewed sense of hope.
Accompanied by her sisters, Amma and Absolutely, the three boldly declare on the final verse, “I declare I am somebody (I say) / Say, I declare there will be joy (I will).” As she embarks on her THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC Tour, RAYE hopes listeners can also find their own place for “Joy.”
ZAYN – “Sideways”
As a new preview for his upcoming album, Konnakol, ZAYN exhibits his signature yearning in “Sideways.” ZAYN is seen lying in bed throughout the majority of the music video, and almost always staring into the camera. He reaches for a lover who is gone in the empty spaces around the house meant to be shared: the bed, a loveseat, even a piano bench. Shots with stormy skies and rain cut through images of ZAYN wandering a house alone, showing the unrest settled in his heart.
“Sideways” has a minimal beat that allows ZAYN’s rich vocals to express his heartbreak. Drum loops, muffled strings, and synthesizer are all pitched low to add to the somber mood. His vulnerability is backed by the chorus, “Sideways, late at night with your love lying next to mine / I miss lookin’ at you sideways.” While he describes physical intimacy, the emotional aspect and experience of being with his lover is what ZAYN truly misses. If you’re looking for more moody tracks from ZAYN, keep an eye out for KONNAKOL releasing April 17.
SB19 x JOLIN – “Emoji”
P-pop powerhouses SB19 prove that there is no limit to their artistry with the dynamic “Emoji.” The track is a collaboration with C-pop queen, JOLIN, and one of the 24 tracks on their new album, Wakas at Simula. “Emoji” is a powerful dance track characterized by razor-sharp lyrics and phonk influences. The song represents how emojis can be used as a way to hide or minimize ones’ true feelings. Pablo’s pre-chorus dives into this sentiment: “Mask on or mask off / No telling what’s true / Ain’t that what we all do / But hey, I’m talking to you!” The accompanying music video features digital and mask motifs to convey the message of “Emoji.”
SB19 and JOLIN’s years of experience echo through their shared performance both audibly and in the music video. Their vocal deliveries ensure that each word is sure to strike a chord with listeners, and the effortless group choreography scenes prove that this collaboration is one to not be missed. This collaboration with the great JOLIN is one of two high-profile collaborations on this new album, the other being with major Japanese boy group, BE:FIRST, on the song “Toyfriend.”
“These collaborations helped us see how we can refine and evolve our approach on a global stage,” shared SB19 member Stell in a press release. All members added, “This album honors that journey while also guiding us into a more grounded and intentional version of SB19.”
It is no surprise that SB19 is expanding their horizons with global collaborations as they were just announced as performers for the historic Chicago music festival, Lollapalooza. In addition to this milestone, SB19 recently joined the global fan community platform Weverse, which hosts some of the biggest acts across music.
Conan Gray – “The Best”
Conan Gray returns with emotive lead single “The Best” from his upcoming Wishbone (Deluxe) album. The Japanese Irish singer is known for his heartbreaking and relatable anthems like “Heather” and “Family Line.” This latest single tackles the difficult process of trying to heal from a breakup well enough to wish one’s ex all the best. “I know it’s so low to hate you for leaving without me,” Gray mourns in the prechorus, “But why leave so quickly? Do you miss me?”
He sings over the growing acoustic guitar and echoed drums in a clear voice. Quiet verses bloom into an anthemic chorus, “Maybe it’s all in my mind / But swear if I saw you tonight,” Gray confesses, “We could make peace with it / Not have to sleep with it / Haunting me all of the time.” The singer reminisces on both happy and sad memories from the relationship, grieving the passage of time. The process takes him through what he needs to move on, reflected in the final line of the track, “Finally wish you the best.”
Gray is in the midst of the North American leg of his Wishbone World Tour. “The Best” comes as a teaser for the deluxe version of his 2025 album. “These songs are not ‘songs that didn’t make the album,’” Gray stated in an Instagram post. “They’re all new songs written after Wishbone, feelings I could only reach in the aftermath of the album’s release.”
Centimillimental – “highlight”
Centimillimental, the solo project of the Japanese singer-songwriter Atsushi, releases a new digital single, “highlight,” after the penultimate concert of his Cafuné World Tour. A bold and motivational track, “highlight” is the theme song for J SPORTS STADIUM 2026 baseball broadcasts.
The track utilizes bright piano and guitar to accompany Centimillimental’s powerful vocals. The whispered prechorus quietly urges the listener to keep moving forward, “Rise again with your bright hope / Break into a new sky.” The music video reflects the exuberant nature of the track, showcasing a mother watching over and supporting her son on a baseball field. The track uplifts the listener, encouraging them to rise higher and chase their dreams.
Centimillimental may best be known for his work on the TV anime Given, having written the theme song “Kizuato” as well as two more tracks for the subsequent anime films of the same series (“Super Ultra I LOVE YOU” and “Yuigon”).
TAEMIN – “Long Way Home”
TAEMIN steps into new territory with “Long Way Home,” his first English-language release, trading his usual high energy tracks for something more restrained and intimate. Built on a sexy, sleek, R&B-tinged EDM beat, the production moves with a steady pulse and complements his signature vocal tone, bringing it to sit front and center.
Lyrically, the song leans into the feelings of emotional and physical distance and longing. It traces the feeling of trying to find your way back to someone, even when the path isn’t clear. TAEMIN keeps the track understated, letting the repetition and phrasing carry the weight rather than lyrically overexplaining the moment.
The release arrives right ahead of his upcoming debut Coachella performance, where he’s set to make history as the first Korean solo male artist on the lineup.
KANGMIN – “Free Falling”
VERIVERY’s youngest member, KANGMIN, is ushering in a bold new chapter with his first solo single album, Free Falling. According to a press release, the album’s namesake and title track conveys “a turbulent relationship oscillating between love and pain in an ongoing cycle of pushing and pulling.” Much like how free falling refers to the complexity of “being unable to fully orient oneself mid-air, trying to find a place to step, or hold onto, while still plummeting forward” — the song combines ambient R&B with thrilling drum and bass. “Free Falling” results in a euphoric sound that captures the simultaneous rush and serenity of the action. He sings in the chorus: “We’re free falling / Don’t you leave me alone / Why is it that it hurts when you’re by my side / But then we keep needing each other again / Just say you love me.”
Free Falling is embedded with KANGMIN’s personal experiences and stories that he hopes will resonate deeply with audiences. Seven years into his journey with VERIVERY, and recently wrapping up his participation in the intense survival program, BOYS II PLANET, this three-track project is a diary of his feelings moving into adulthood.
“I filled this album with stories that I wanted to share honestly with you all, so I hope you could think of who KANGMIN is while listening to this album,” KANGMIN shared in a press release.
Bizzy Crook, Rick Ross, C Stunna – “Risky”
Florida rapper Bizzy Crook links up with acclaimed rapper Rick Ross and rising star C Stunna on his latest single from his upcoming album, Underdogs Win Eventually. “Risky” is a hard-hitting anthem on calling out fake people and having your own back in the industry. The instrumental, produced by DJ and producer ACRAZE, echoes the sounds that defined 2000s Florida rap. Bizzy Crook, Rick Ross, and C Stunna each rap on a different verse to give their take on the industry. The chorus delivers the standout message that you can’t trust just anyone. Whether it’s fake friends, lovers, or just competition, Bizzy Crook stands on his decisions.
Bizzy Crook started his year with two wins at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his writing on R&B singer Leon Thomas’ MUTT. Bizzy is a longtime artistic collaborator of Thomas, as well as other big names like Drake, Coco Jones, and Wale. With his upcoming album, Bizzy steps into the spotlight. Releasing his work this spring under Ty Dolla $ign’s label EZMNY Records, Bizzy Crook has given listeners just a taste of what’s to come.
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C Stunna Socials: IG | TK | YT
HANA – “BAD GIRL”
Japan-based global girl group HANA return with a new digital single, “BAD GIRL,” a partnership track with Apple for their “Group Selfie on iPhone 17 Pro” campaign. Members CHIKA, NAOKO, JISOO, YURI, MOMOKA, KOHARU, and MAHINA join together to sing on the pop-rock track. Bittersweet and upbeat, “BAD GIRL” captures the complicated feeling of trying to be someone else in order to be loved. “What’s your favorite style of me?” JISOO asks, conveying the desire to change oneself to match their lover’s taste. YURI follows in the chorus, begging, “Please look at me / just one second.” At its core, the track expresses the relatable need of being accepted and loved.
This release comes shortly after their self-titled debut album, HANA, released just last month. Their sound is influenced by alt-pop, indie-rock, and R&B genres, with personal and youthful lyrics that listeners across the world can relate to. HANA officially debuted in April of 2025 after participating in rapper CHANMINA’s joint audition show with Japanese management company BMSG, No No Girls. They have consistently charted on Billboard and YouTube since then, and will make their U.S. debut this year at the Zipangu Music Festival in Los Angeles on May 16th.
Elephant Kind – “More Time”
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Indonesian band Elephant Kind pleads for the world to give them “More Time.” From the first verse, they proclaim, “I don’t want to live forever / I just want more time.” As the title track off their third album, it highlights Elephant Kind’s new musical direction as a band. While the lyrics emphasize the need for more time, the song’s sound is dynamic with every verse. “More Time,” fuses together the genres of rock, dance, and house, displaying the band’s increased fluidity in expression.
The track blends synthesized beats, drums, keyboard, and thrumming bass to provide a haunting funk feel. Bam Mastro’s vocals are initially tuned to sound cold, then ring clear after the band’s interlude. In turn, the beat swings with more electronic elements and increases intensity over the lyrics sung. Bayu Adisapoetra hits the drums heavy as Kevin Septanto strums the bass faster. As the song progresses, the tone becomes more free, an audible shift of the band’s desire becoming more relaxed. Despite living in a fast-paced society, Elephant Kind encourages listeners to take “More Time” for themselves.
As part of their album promotions, Elephant Kind has launched a two-part series, Party of a LIVETIME. The first was a small listening party held in Jakarta on March 26, to be followed by a live showcase on May 7.
KEYVITUP – “BEST ONE”
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K-pop’s newest quintet stepping onto the scene, KEYVITUP, are ready to prove that they are the “BEST ONE” for your new music playlists! Their group name is derived from their motto that their “music is both the key that opens the doors to the world and a vital signal that awakens it.” This confidence is on full display with their lead single, “BEST ONE,” from their upcoming self-titled debut EP, KEYVITUP, set to release on April 8. “BEST ONE” is a dance track that fuses R&B and hip-hop production as the perfect groundwork for their vocal abilities to shine. The song is a sonic statement piece that conveys their ambitions as artists fresh onto the scene.
The accompanying music video signals unlimited possibilities as KEYVITUP face various versions of themselves. The refined, simplistic set design allows the members’ sleek choreography and charisma to shine even brighter. This is only the start for members TAEHWAN, HYUNMIN, SENA, JAEIN, and RUKIA — so be sure to stay tuned for their full debut on April 8!
YoRI – “Pulang”
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Idol-turned-soloist YoRI is back with her first single of the year, “Pulang.” Born from a conversation with her producer about merantau, or to leave one’s hometown to live elsewhere, “Pulang” is an existential song at its core. The title itself means “to return home” in Indonesian, capturing the poignant moment between choosing to forge ahead in our lives or return to the place we know. YoRI tackles the deep questions through an emotional pop-rock lens. The wistful guitar melody and backing drums accompany YoRI’s clear, high voice on the track, giving it the feel of an indie coming-of-age film.
The lyric video cements the nostalgic feeling of looking back on one’s hometown. It features fan-submitted images of the doors to their homes alongside a quote about what home means to them. “Home is the beginning of all dreams and the end of all journeys,” one listener said. Another took a more literal route, sharing, “A house is a constructed building built to serve as a place of residence or habitation.” The video is a celebration of what home means, no matter where listeners are in the world.
YoRI began her career early in life as an actress before joining Indonesian girl group JKT48 in 2018. She launched her solo career in 2021 and released her first full album in 2025, titled 21 grams. “Pulang” is the second single to be released from YoRI’s upcoming album, giving listeners a teaser of what’s to come!
Other tracks in this week’s Sunday Spin playlist include “SAME LA” by Tiffany Day, “ordinary love” by oceanfromtheblue, and “CARRY YOU” by BamBam and Minnie. Listen to everything mentioned and more, curated by Team EnVi only for you on Spotify.
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