KARTINI, Berlin’s self-proclaimed “nicest indie-pop diva,” delivers yet another captivating piece with her latest single “Make Me Say (Higher).” Since 2020, she’s been seducing ears with her signature mix of spicy soulful indie pop—an enchanting fusion of vulnerability, groove, and retro charm that’s never quite what you expect, yet exactly what you need. This new release takes her signature style and turns the temperature up a notch.
“Make Me Say (Higher)” is a bold celebration of female pleasure and romantic possibility, wrapped in a sultry, shimmering soundscape. The track pulses with flirtatious energy, radiating the kind of warmth that makes you want to dance alone in your room or lock eyes with a stranger across the floor. There’s a playful tension threaded through each lyric—a balance of curiosity and confidence, attraction and autonomy. KARTINI doesn’t shy away from joy here; she leans into it fully. It’s music that lets desire be soft and strong, giddy and grounded.
With R&B and soul undercurrents flowing smoothly beneath her indie-pop foundation, KARTINI’s voice drips with expressive nuance, playful but never trivial. The song’s production reflects her signature flair for the unexpected—slinky bass lines, retro-styled harmonies, and subtly off-kilter flourishes that keep the track feeling fresh and alive. You can hear the joy in its creation, the thrill of being in a moment that could go anywhere: maybe a life-altering romance, maybe just a memory that makes you smile for years.
What’s most thrilling about KARTINI is how she continually breaks genre molds without losing cohesion. Her music manages to feel deeply personal while still inviting you in, like you’ve stumbled across the coolest diary entry set to the smoothest soundtrack. “Make Me Say (Higher)” is more than just a love song or a flirtatious anthem—it’s a celebration of self-expression, fun, and that electric feeling when you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be, with exactly the right person…even if just for one night.
With this release, KARTINI once again proves she’s not just part of Berlin’s indie-pop scene—she’s shaping it with a wink, a shimmy, and a whole lot of soul.
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