Recommended artists from New Zealand: Popular international singers and singer-songwriters

If You’re Not The OneDaniel Bedingfield

Daniel Bedingfield – If You’re Not The One

A song released as a single in 2002 by New Zealand singer-songwriter Daniel Bedingfield.

It was inspired by his ex-girlfriend.

The track was used in the Jennifer Lopez–starring film “Maid in Manhattan.”

Burn Up The RoadLiam Finn

Liam Finn – Burn Up The Road

A track by New Zealand singer-songwriter Liam Finn.

It’s included on his third album, The Nihilist, released in 2014.

The song was inspired by Liam’s experience riding a bicycle late at night in Brooklyn, USA.

Down TimeAaradhna

Aaradhna – Down Time

A debut solo single released as a single in 2006 by Aaradhna, a New Zealand R&B singer.

It reached No.

3 on the New Zealand charts.

She is also a New Zealand Music Award winner and has songs that have been certified platinum and gold.

PhlexBlindspott

blindspott – Phlex

Blindspott is an alternative metal band formed in New Zealand in 1997.

They are currently active under the name “Blacklistt.” This song was released as a single in 2003, reached No.

3 on the New Zealand charts, and was certified Gold.

Yeah YeahWilly Moon

Willy Moon – Yeah Yeah (Official Music Video)

A song released as a single in 2012 by Willy Moon, a rockabilly singer-songwriter from New Zealand.

During production, the working title was “Electric Boulevard.” The track was used in Apple’s iPod advertising campaign, which brought it significant attention.

We’ll Never KnowKings

We’ll Never Know

Kings, a New Zealand talent with Māori and Samoan roots, is a multifaceted music producer who moves effortlessly between R&B and pop with hip-hop at his core.

His debut single, “Don’t Worry ‘Bout It,” released in 2016, made history by holding the No.

1 spot on the domestic charts for 33 consecutive weeks, cementing his name in the scene.

That year, he not only won Best New Artist at the music awards but also took home three trophies at the Pacific Music Awards, underscoring the acclaim he received.

Handling everything himself from production to mastering, his music is full of independence and creativity.

If you’re looking for melodic rap and genre-defying sounds, his work is sure to resonate with you.

Like WaterLadi6

Ladi6 – Like Water (Official Music Video)

Ladi6, often hailed as the “Queen” of New Zealand’s music scene, crafts a singular sound where hip-hop forms the core and elements of soul and reggae seamlessly blend in—an approach shaped by her Samoan roots and her teenage years spent in Africa.

After debuting in a group in 1998, she went solo.

Like Water, from the acclaimed album The Liberation Of…, became a signature track and earned platinum certification.

She has won multiple NZ Music Awards, and her 2018 EP Royal Blue 3000 achieved a triple crown.

With its soulful warmth and adventurous experimentation, her music is perfect for listeners seeking genre-defying freedom.