Get ready to fall head over heels for your new favorite queer pop icon! The phenomenal DORNIKA is back with her new single ‘Baggy Jeans. This track is yet another revolutionary anthem from an artist who has already captivated our hearts with her bold hits like ‘Bush,’ ‘Miniskirt,’ and ‘Nobody.’
Dornika is more than just a musician; she’s a multi-faceted force of nature whose music, performance art, and activism blend seamlessly into the tapestry of contemporary culture. Her sound traverses from haunting electronic beats to hyper pop bangers that perfectly channel the punk spirit into dance floors everywhere. As a singer-songwriter, rapper, producer, fashion designer, model, and award-winning director, she fearlessly defies societal norms surrounding gender, race, sex, and beauty.
Photography @unvolk_ommen
Styling @delatour_styling @dornikathepoet
Jeans by @visualdistraction__
Make Up @kunaevamua
Hair @sun_murai
Production @dornikathepoet @delatour_styling
PA @ihabosk
The inspiration for ‘Baggy Jeans’ struck during her first US tour, where audiences reacted positively to her radical personal style—a thrilling mix of Berlin and New York streetwear. With this new offering, Dornika continues to dismantle preconceived notions about how AFAB individuals should express their identities, all while shining a spotlight on the women and queer folks shaping today’s vibrant streetwear scene, which cis men have long dominated.
In her own words, Dornika states, “I feel now is the moment for everyone to embrace their authenticity! I wrote this track inspired by people’s reactions to my outfits while walking the streets of New York. After playing my show in LA, I created this track with fresh inspiration alongside producer Ari Carpenter, while Angel Cintron’s angelic backing vocals added that extra magic.”
Dornika shares her history with fashion, revealing, “Since I was young, I was obsessed with baggy boy clothes. I craved big T-shirts and oversized pants, but that was frowned upon in my culture. As a girl, I was often pushed to wear clothing that made me appear thinner and more feminine. In the last few years, I’ve embraced my authentic style, living out my childhood boy-inspired fantasy, and I often find myself dressing better than a lot of the guys I see. They even come up to me saying how much they want to dress like me! I aimed to create a track that empowers others to dance, feel confident, and sexy.”
Since her groundbreaking debut during the pandemic, Dornika has graced over 100 stages across Europe, including headlining Pride events in Berlin, Munich, Copenhagen, Prague, and Rotterdam. Her collaborations with industry giants like Spotify and Netflix, along with performances at iconic festivals such as Lollapalooza, Fusion, and Whole Festival, mark her as a force to be reckoned with.
‘Baggy Jeans’ is just the beginning—a tantalising taste of a series of singles we can expect from Dornika this year. Keep your ears tuned in; the best is yet to come!
