Kait Silva Brings Soul, Storytelling, and Sunday Drive Vibes to Her Debut

For Puerto Rican-American artist Kait Silva, music has never been just a pastime—it’s been her way of moving through the world. From the earliest days, singing alongside her uncle’s guitar, to years of discipline in college choir, an a cappella group, and even a jazz trio, Silva has built her voice on a foundation of both skill and heart. That balance shows in every note she sings: classical precision paired with a warmth that feels instantly human.

Based in Los Angeles, Kait is now stepping into the spotlight with her debut EP—a collection that promises to be as soulful as it is empowering. Drawing inspiration from icons like Ella Fitzgerald, Amy Winehouse, and Olivia Dean, her music is the kind that carries a timeless quality while staying grounded in the present.

Kait Silva’s sound is hard to pin down in one word because it moves so naturally between genres. There’s the smokiness of jazz in her phrasing, the intimacy of soul in her delivery, and the polish of pop in her melodies. Her songs lean into that rare space where nostalgia and freshness don’t compete, but instead live side by side.

Listening to her feels like taking a Sunday drive down a country road—soft, unhurried, but brimming with beauty. The jazzy instrumentals, layered with her crystal-clear vocals, turn into a soundtrack for the small, cinematic moments of life: walking to the corner store, daydreaming on the bus, or finding yourself humming along without realizing it.

What sets Kait Silva apart isn’t just her vocal gift, but her mission. She wants her songs to be mirrors—to help people feel seen, soothed, and empowered.

That ethos runs deep in her debut EP, which she’s currently finalizing in the studio. It’s not just an introduction to her artistry—it’s an invitation. A chance for her audience to connect honestly, without pretension, and to find comfort in melodies that are as healing as they are catchy.

With storytelling at its height and tones that wrap around you like warmth on a cool evening, Kait Silva’s music makes you feel. It’s soulful, jazzy, and deeply personal, yet universal enough to soundtrack your own everyday moments. Her debut EP isn’t just one to check out—it’s one to live with.

Kait Silva is proof that when music comes from the deepest parts of who you are, it stops being just sound—it becomes connection.

Your music blends classical training with soul and pop—how do you find the balance between technical precision and emotional vulnerability when writing or performing?

It was a Notes app musing from a very long time ago. I just wrote “you could be my soulmate for a minute // sneaking into my mind // doesn’t have to be real // doesn’t need to be you”.  At the time, I was really interested in the idea of someone being a soulmate but for a specific season or period of time, even something as brief as a minute. Liked the contrast of that. 

To me, it’s a cheeky song about the thrill of fantasizing, crushing, just letting your imagination wander. Definitely one for the perpetual lovers.

You’ve said your mission is to help listeners feel seen and soothed. Was there a moment in your own life where music gave you that same comfort, and how does that shape your songwriting today?

I always want to be making things that feel timeless. Soul and jazz have these everlasting qualities that I’m chronically inspired by. There’s a warmth that draws you in. I really wanted this song to nod to those genres, but also be anthemic and contemporary.

I started my music journey in middle school orchestra so I have always had a love of traditional instruments. I love a brass section. I knew I wanted horns before we even finished the chorus. 

Your debut EP feels like a culmination of your journey so far. What was the most surprising or challenging part of putting these songs together in the studio?

I hope people are listening to it on a nice evening walk, daydreaming about their crushes. That’s one of the moments I had in mind.

If you could describe your music as a setting or a moment in time, what would it be—and why?

Listeners can expect more cheeky, emotionally honest anthems that draw from classic genres like soul and jazz. Emotional recognition but also a chance to bop to and fro.