Chezka is breaking boundaries with her latest album Misfire—and the global music scene is sitting up and taking notice. Released on August 1, her new album has already drawn international attention, landing on multiple Spotify editorial playlists and introducing her music to audiences around the world.
At the heart of the record is its standout focus track, also titled Misfire. An upbeat folk-pop anthem, it pairs bright, ear-catching melodies with raw, diary-like storytelling. Beneath its sunny exterior lies a confession about how pain and old wounds can quietly shape who we become. First shared as an acoustic demo on TikTok in 2023, the track now takes full form—tracing the journey of someone trying to outrun their past, only to find themselves turning into what once hurt them. It’s not just about the hurt; it’s about the aftermath, the shame, and the stubborn fight to stay soft in a world that hardens you.
This track broke into over 50 New Music Friday playlists globally in countries as diverse as Canada, Japan, Germany, Kenya, France, the United Kingdom, and her homeland, the Philippines. Within just a week of its release, Chezka earned cover spots on EQUAL and we SEA you, playlists known for spotlighting standout women and Southeast Asian artists on the rise.
Locally, she continues to make waves as she’s prominently featured on the Philippine playlist OPM Rising, driving support from those discovering fresh Filipino talent. Internationally, her music has found a welcome home on POSES and POPpin’, connecting her with global pop listeners who may be hearing her name for the first time—but certainly not the last.
Misfire was released under Underdog Music, a label built by artists for artists, where creative vision is nurtured and growth is championed by a team that understands the journey firsthand. That freedom and support is evident in Misfire: a record that blends vulnerability with confidence, experimentation, and heart.
Chezka’s ability to craft songs that feel both intimate and expansive has quickly set her apart. Each track on Misfire carries her distinct emotional weight and style, making the album not just a collection of songs but a statement of arrival on the global stage.
Be part of the growing wave discovering one of Southeast Asia’s most promising voices. Listen to Misfire on Spotify and experience the sound that’s resonating around the world.
