Stream ‘Pressure’ HERE
Rising South African singer, songwriter, and producer Kat Newood has released her latest single, ‘Pressure’, available now on all major digital platforms.
‘Pressure’ is Kat Newood’s second single of 2025 and a pulsating dance-pop track that speaks to the challenges of navigating the corporate world while holding on to your creative identity. With funk-infused basslines, infectious guitar riffs, and Kat’s signature engaging vocals, the song is both a personal confession and a high-energy anthem for anyone who’s ever felt stuck between passion and obligation.
The single was born from a long-anticipated collaboration between Kat and award-winning, multi-platinum-selling producer Batundi. “I met Batundi a few years back, and seeing him write music, I knew we needed to work together,” says Kat. “Creating this track with him was so much fun; he taught me a lot about music production and songwriting. He knows how important it is for me to be a part of the music creation process, and we came up with a track that’s a perfect blend of our sounds.”
With lyrics that echo the daily grind many South Africans face, ‘Pressure’ isn’t just a groove-heavy track—it’s a message. Kat shares, “It’s about feeling the weight of doing work that doesn’t align with your passion but also realizing you don’t have to carry it forever. There’s freedom in choosing your own path.”
Kat Newood continues to carve her space in the local and global music scene with a bold, genre-bending sound that fuses old-school funk with modern pop production. ‘Pressure’ is the next step in her journey as a solo artist, following years behind the scenes in Johannesburg’s music industry.
Fans of Dua Lipa, Christine and the Queens, and Doja Cat will find Kat Newood’s sound both familiar and refreshingly original. With ‘Pressure’, she delivers a relatable banger tailor-made for late-night drives, dance floors, and creative minds everywhere.
Stream ‘Pressure’ HERE
[Cover artwork for ‘Pressure’]
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