Sunday Spin: New Releases From KiiiKiii, Niko Rubio, Billlie, nkei, and Yuna
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.
Welcome to February, where the temperatures are dropping, but so are some incredible new hits. With tantalizing R&B tracks and bright nostalgic throwbacks, these global releases are sure to land a spot on your monthly playlist.
Niko Rubio – “Five Star”
Niko Rubio knows her worth, and she has no problem singing it from the top of her lungs in her new single, “Five Star.” Listeners have been waiting for the song to hit streaming platforms after it was heard live when Rubio opened for The Two Lips on the fall leg of their tour. The singer also performed “Sunday Girl,” which was unreleased at the time, but when that dropped, fans knew “Five Star” couldn’t be far behind.
“Five Star” leans on chic rock with Rubio’s confidence overflowing with every lyric. In the video that was uploaded alongside the song, the singer wears a bright red bustier, reminiscent of Selena. Rubio wraps herself in a feather boa of the same shade, keeping all eyes on her. Staring into the camera, she sings, “I’m a five-star beauty queen / I can do it all, boy / Just treat me right / And baby, you can have it, enjoy.” “Five Star” was paired with “Sunday Girl” on Spotify, possibly suggesting other songs joining them later this year.
Billlie – “cloud palace”
Billlie are slowing the pace down this week with “cloud palace.” Dedicated to their fans, Belllie’ve, “cloud palace” guides listeners through a sense of false awakening as it acts as an end to their palace trilogy. While the original track begins slowly and over time slips into an evenly paced R&B tempo, it was also released with two remixes: the “Before moonset mix” and “Before moonrise mix.” Both transcend into different soundscapes, one faster and one more relaxed, but they maintain the essence of the original “cloud palace.”
“Since this pre-release single is the album that opens 2026, we wanted to convey Billlie’s music universe that has become even deeper,” said member MOON SUA. “More than anything, we wanted to share our heartfelt message to our fandom, Belllie’ve, who has always been waiting for us.” After winding down from their time on KPOPPED with Megan Thee Stallion in 2025, Billlie are preparing for a strong and meaningful year with each other and their Belllie’ve.
KiiiKiii – “404 (New Era)”
2016 is back indeed, and KiiiKiii are already ahead of the curve. Released on January 26, “404 (New Era)” serves as the title track to their second EP, Delulu Pack. Based on the computer error “404: Not Found,” KiiiKiii’s retro house track is about finding freedom — and yourself — in embracing what’s yet to come.
Its music video also brings back some much-needed vibrance and pop of color that’s been missing in K-pop visuals for a while. Featuring VCR throwback videos from their childhoods to breaking out choreography inspired by voguing in public, audiences are applauding the group for their nostalgic and fun vibes. Calling “all the girlies to the floor,” the new KiiiKiii is here to stay and challenge you to answer the question: who do you wish to be?
GIRIBOY, Heize – “Never Meant to Be”
If there’s one thing these two artists have mastered, it’s the art of constantly delivering the most comforting music about the worst heartbreaks. Marking their fifth collaboration since June 2022, “Never Meant to Be” is an upbeat R&B track about the tempting pull of a relationship post-breakup.
Released on January 29, their new EP Never Meant to Be features four tracks written and composed by both singers. The EP explores the confusing concept of how sometimes love isn’t enough to keep people together and what the aftermath looks like from two different perspectives. So sit back, have a cup of coffee or journal in hand, and let’s reminisce over the past with our good friends GIRIBOY and Heize.
Yuna – “believer”
Get ready to become a devotee of Yuna with her newest single, “believer.” It’s the seductive second single from the Malaysian singer-songwriter’s upcoming mini album, The Valour Hour. For this track, she partnered with Olmo Zucca, a renowned producer known for his work on Tyla’s hit “Water.”
“Believer” explores desire and the search for meaningful connection. The track immediately captivates with its glittering opening notes and hypnotic grooves. Layered percussion, deep bass, and Yuna’s enchanting vocals combine to create an electrifying sound escape. Yuna explores the question in the pre-chorus: “Is it love? The kind that you could save the day if you wanted?” She’s not looking for a superficial lover; she’s looking for a believer who’s willing to go beyond surface attraction, unafraid to dive deeper into her waters and make their love “last a lifetime.”
ONE OR EIGHT – “TOKYO DRIFT”
“Wonder if you know / How they live in Tokyo?” Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT definitely do, and they’re ready to show you! The octet returns with their latest mini album, GATHER, led by the fast-paced title track “TOKYO DRIFT.” The track samples the iconic theme song from The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift by Teriyaki Boyz. ONE OR EIGHT’s song revs up immediately with the sample before sliding into a cocky delivery of “Tokyo drifting / Come to the city, and we do it different.” The braggadocious rap energy and sharp confidence carry throughout the track, with lines like “I could keep them guessing, got ‘em at attention / I’ll be teaching lessons, I’ll be making messes.”
The single is paired with an action-packed music video bursting with Tokyo street style, vibrant visuals, and, of course, plenty of fast cars that capture the city’s electric spirit. “TOKYO DRIFT” sets the tone for the eight-track project, which leans into hip-hop with a standout sample from Rihanna and a feature from Big Sean.
MARO – “SO MUCH HAS CHANGED”
Portuguese singer-songwriter MARO is back with her latest album, SO MUCH HAS CHANGED. The same-named track opens with gentle keys and smooth percussion, moving at a slow, swaying pace. The nostalgic melodies and tender instrumentation make it the kind of track you can drift away to as MARO reflects on growing older and learning to let go. She sings, “Time is going way faster / But suddenly there’s no pressure / One day at a time / Just trust me, you’ll be fine.”
The music video features childhood home videos and scenes of an adult-MARO walking along a wooded trail and scenic oceanfronts. “SO MUCH HAS CHANGED” is a tender track that makes it impossible not to get lost in nostalgia yourself while listening.
nkei – “Know What We Know”
Straight from Singapore, nkei — made up of friends Ian Lee and Raizel Gonzalez — return with their new single, “Know What We Know.” This release marks their first single in two years, following 2024’s “Cherry.” For longtime fans, the release is an early glimpse of their forthcoming album.
“Know What We Know” ventures into a bolder R&B groove for the pair, expanding on their previous, more subtle sound. The track lingers on post-situatioship tension with staccato guitar lines, snappy drums, and layered harmonies courtesy of Farizi Noorfauzi of CURB. Delving into the space between nostalgia and heartbreak, the song captures the confusion of remembering moments that once felt secure but are now suspended in an emotional ambiguity.
The song’s ending refrain — “When it is what it is / When we know what we know” — is not only catchy, but also reaffirms the contemplation of letting the past go or plunging into what you already know is troubled waters. With February being the month where romance is at an all-time high, nkei’s “Know What We Know” is the perfect partner for those looking for a little bit of love and heartache.
Other tracks in this week’s Sunday Spin playlist include “TELL ME WHAT I DID” by Tiffany Day, “Still Sincere” by MJ Cole and PinkPantheress, and “IKYTO” by Riovaz. Listen to everything mentioned and more, curated by Team EnVi only for you on Spotify.
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