Aisha Badru Shares ‘The Sun Still Rises’ – A Calming Journey of Hope and Reflection

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Aisha Badru has released her sophomore full-length album, The Sun Still Rises. Known for her ability to transform complex human experiences into simple and profound truths, Nigerian-American Aisha Badru’s music creates a path towards introspection, self-care, gratitude and healing.

Listen to The Sun Still Rises HERE. 

Aisha says that much of The Sun Still Rises is devoted to the immeasurable power of stillness and reflection. “I’ve always sort of felt torn,” she admits, “between wanting to be someone who is very much a singer-songwriter and being recognized in the wellness space.” So today, she’s doing both. With each EP release since Pendulum, her full-length debut in 2018, this empath has been lovelorn, torn, and reborn. With The Sun Still Rises, she plays the part of sage, beckoning us away from darkness. “Yes, I’m an artist,” she continues. “But I’m very intentional about the music that I release: that it is medicinal, that it can soothe emotions. This album encapsulates the entirety of my growth.”

Her intentions shine throughout each single leading up to the album’s release today, including the hushed indie pop of “Thankful To Be Here,” the bright and soothing “Life To Live,” the excellent “A Little Mad,” folky lead single “Boundaries,” the delicate “Side Of The Moon,” and the Americana-tinged “In The Making.”

With over 135 million total music streams and over 400k monthly listeners, Aisha Badru has received critical praise from the likes of NPR Music, The Line of Best Fit, Afropunk, Clash, Okayplayer, Atwood Magazine, Earmilk, Ones To Watch and more. When she first started making music roughly a decade ago, Aisha was thoughtful about her musical journey, if not a bit hesitant. Known for her introspective lyrics and emotive performances, she soon established herself as a solid voice in the folk music scene. With each subsequent release she has continued to evolve, exploring themes of love, personal growth, and wellness, transforming into a purposeful creator.