Nilka’s debut EP, Sacred, is a powerful and introspective collection of seven spiritually charged songs. With soulful prayer songs inspired by her personal experiences with faith, Nilka’s EP is a reflection of her personal growth and resilience, and a reminder that we are never alone. Each track encapsulates the transformative journey that has shaped her into the artist she is today, drawing inspiration from the Psalms and carefully crafted with heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies. Through her smooth and expressive vocals, Nilka offers her audience comfort in the face of adversity, delving into important themes such as mental health, spirituality, self-growth, and family relationships. With dreamy and soulful pop sounds, Sacred creates an immersive and intimate ambiance, providing a sense of peace and solace to those who listen. Nilka’s bilingual lyrics showcase her Puerto Rican heritage and add a multicultural perspective to her music, making it accessible to a wide range of listeners. The EP is accompanied by official lyric videos that further immerse listeners in the meaning behind Nilka’s earnest lyrics.
From the opening high energy rousing piece that is “New World” to the more mellow and immersive high power vocal performance of “Mercy”, Nilka pours her heart out through this record with an expressiveness and dexterous calibre that’s deeply impressive and engaging.
This is a record that powers through, carries you through to the “Depths Unknown” like the penultimate track quite literally does. It’s a tour de force of vocal splendour and soul.