Aqyila
In 2021, Toronto R&B artist Aqyila’s debut single “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me)” earned her a JUNO Award nomination for ‘Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year,’ marking the beginning of her rise as a songwriter. Her debut EP For the Better featured the hit single “Hello,” which won the 2024 JUNO Award for ‘Traditional R&B/Soul Recording of the Year.’ In 2024, Aqyila released “Bloom,” an instant viral success. Both “Bloom” and “Hello” have been certified Platinum in South Africa; “Bloom” also charted on the Spotify Daily Viral 50 in 21 countries. In 2025, Aqyila was nominated for two Juno Awards: 'Traditional R&B/Soul Recording of the Year' for "Limbo" and 'Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year' for "Bloom," for which she won a JUNO. Aqyila kicked off 2025 touring North America with Pink Sweat$ and releasing her debut album Falling Into Place – to great acclaim. Critics have called Falling Into Place “a formidable introduction – one that presents a self-assured star with near-limitless potential” (Billboard). With this release, Aqyila “[cements] herself among the genre’s greats” (BET) and is a true “international phenom we can’t get enough of” (Vibe). With over 130 million worldwide streams and 3 billion short-form video views, Aqyila has been featured in influential outlets such as InStyle, Essence, and Complex, and has cemented her place among the genre’s greats.
What kind of music does Aqyila play?+
Aqyila plays contemporary r&b, pop, soul.
What are Aqyila live shows like?+
Aqyila's live sets are tight and well-rehearsed - mid-paced sets where the arrangements come through clearly.
How can I find out when Aqyila is playing?+
Follow Aqyila on Mood to get notified when new shows are added. Mood tracks their upcoming events across all supported cities.