Cinematic Tribute to Women - Dystopian Visuals

KIANA is a Toronto-based R&B artist, known for her moody, soulful and hypnotic soundscapes. Reflecting feelings of heartbreak and melancholy, the songwriter touches on how growth is often painful but beautiful. With a unique Persian and Dutch upbringing, the artist finds inspiration in the cultures that have raised her.

KIANA is now unveiling the stunning, cinematic music video for “wait on me” ft. Lou Celestino. A tribute to women everywhere, the release showcases women's power, boldness and bravery when it comes to almost everything in life. The songwriter shares, “The video was inspired by women in Iran who have gone against rules to regain their power and rights by fighting for their freedom to make decisions freely and live unapologetically.”

Narrating the story of two lovers who have been kept apart in a prison-like confinement, we see them calling out for each other throughout the video. The female lead (KIANA) finds an opportunity to make her escape by locking eyes with the prison guard - building sexual tension, and keeping him distracted as she seizes his knife. The storyline was inspired by an Iranian couple who were sentenced after a viral video showed them dancing in front of Iran's Freedom Tower. The video takes place in Tehran, Iran - but a dystopian sci-fi version of the city. KIANA explains, “Both Sina Dolati, the director, and I are huge fans of slasher and horror films and somehow wanted to incorporate that element through a 90s film style of shooting for the specific final end scene.” The music video was shortlisted for 8 categories at the Berlin Commercial Festival.

Her music has gained recognition from multiple radio stations including Toronto's Flow 93.5 FM and Vibe 105.5 FM and received immense positive reception from her hometown. Today, KIANA has earned over half a million plays globally and has been featured in publications such as Teen Vogue, Rolling Stone, Wonderland Magazine, Lyrical Lemonade, Ones to Watch and Red Bull Music, to name a few. She has touched major stages like The Mod Club Theatre and performed at significant Canadian festivals including NXNE and Canadian Music Week. KIANA is rapidly becoming an artist to watch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvhWVMETJ6s