Who we Are?
Meaning of Naiwa
Originating from the African language Bantu, the name Naiwa means ‘born in troubled times’. It symbolizes resilience and strength in facing challenges.
Naiwa it’s used also to describe the blessing that comes after the rain.
Kiara & Zanate
Naiwa it is a musical project created by Kiara Genovese (singer-songwriter) and Zanate (producer, multi-instrumentalist). Founded two years ago, Naiwa is now releasing its debut album, ‘Presencia’, in February.
About the Album – ‘Presencia’
‘Presencia’ is a fusion of downtempo, folktronica, and medicina music. The album carries an uplifting energy, designed to inspire movement and connection, making it perfect for ecstatic dance and sing-alongs with its catchy melodies.
The making of the album Presencia it took them almost 2 years.
” It was a long process we grew up a lot, as musicians, as couple, as family “.
This time of home recording, in Berlin, living together as a couple, was very challenging in every aspect, many times we just want to give up.
“Winter was cold, no light outside, we had to look inside to found the inner sun! ”
About the Artists
Kiara Genovese is an Italian singer with a background in jazz and bossa nova.
‘Presencia’ marks her debut as a singer-songwriter. Beyond her work as a musician, she is also a dedicated vocal coach specializing in voice therapy and healing ceremonies.
Zanate is a Guatemalan producer and multi-instrumentalist known for his versatility. His productions span genres from psytrance to pop, rap, reggae, and more.
With Kiara, he shares both life and music, creating a deep artistic and personal connection.
Key Songs
Presencia
‘Presencia’ is the title track of the album and embodies its core message: being present in the here and now, breathing, and trusting in presence. As I say in the chorus: ‘Todo ya está aquí, todo ya está en ti’ (‘Everything is already here, everything is already within you‘).
Agua
‘Agua’ is the oldest song on the album. I composed it one morning at 6 AM while walking my dog in a beautiful park near my home in Berlin. That morning, inspired by a heartbreak and the fluid power of water, I wrote ‘Agua’. Love is like water—penetrating the earth and leaving it forever nourished, as I sing in the chorus in Portuguese: ‘O amor. e’ como a agua, penetra a terra, deixando-a molhada para sempre’ (‘Love is like water, It penetrates the earth, leaving it wet forever’).
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