Emirati singer, dancer and actress Alya is introducing her music with debut single Lemonade.
The 21-year-old singer, dancer and actress blends pop, R&B and Arabic-influenced rhythms on the first single from her upcoming debut EP.
Emirati singer, dancer and actress Alya has officially launched her music career with Lemonade, a debut single that blends pop, R&B, dance and Arabic-inspired rhythms.
The 21-year-old artist, born and raised in Dubai, released the track as the first preview of her upcoming debut EP.
She is releasing the project through gamma, with Lemonade marking her first official step into the music industry.
For Alya, the release opens a new chapter in a creative journey that already includes acting and professional dance.
She has also incorporated those experiences into her music, using performance and visual storytelling to shape her artistic identity.
A sound shaped by Emirati roots
Alya primarily sings in English but draws inspiration from her Emirati heritage.
Her music combines contemporary global pop with influences from the UAE and the wider Arab world.
On Lemonade, she mixes Arabic-inspired rhythms with R&B and dance elements to create a modern pop sound.
Born to an Emirati father and a British mother, Alya hopes to connect with audiences both within and beyond the UAE.
She uses her cultural background as a key part of her musical identity.
According to Alya, the song reflects the direction she wants to take as an artist.
She describes the track as playful, confident and full of unexpected moments.
Los Angeles recording and choreography
Alya recorded Lemonade in Los Angeles.
The creative team Afterhrs produced the single.
The producers have previously worked on projects involving artists such as Teddy Swims, Maroon 5 and One Direction.
Speaking about the project, Alya said she enjoyed the recording process and the creative work behind the choreography.
She also praised the opportunity to collaborate with talent from both the UAE and international markets.
Dance continues to play an important role in her creative work.
She combines choreography, music and visual performance to build a distinctive style.
First step towards a debut EP
Lemonade serves as the opening release from Alya’s upcoming debut EP.
The project will bring together her interests in pop, R&B and dance music while reflecting influences from her Emirati roots.
The single also introduces listeners to the themes and sound she plans to explore on the wider project.
As her first official music release, Lemonade marks the beginning of Alya’s journey as a recording artist.
The song also signals her ambition to reach audiences beyond the UAE and establish a presence on the international music scene.
