Interviewer and Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India)

Meet Jade, the Seoul-based singer-songwriter and producer. She’s an independent artist, known for capturing the quiet warmth of everyday moments through vintage indie pop music. She studied composition in the UK and began her career as a singer-songwriter in 2020 with the release of her debut EP, Violet Dreamer. She’s back with her new single “Peas and Carrots.”

Built on warm acoustic textures and intimate vocals, the track captures the gentle rhythm of walking in step with someone you love. In this interview, Jade opens up about the story behind the song, her inspiration, as well as the emotions she pours into her music.

For those just discovering your music, how would you describe yourself and your sound?

I’m Jade, an indie pop artist who captures the small, quiet moments of everyday life. My sound is built on warm acoustic textures and vintage tones. I’m drawn to those subtle, lasting feelings rather than grand, dramatic ones. I hope my music feels like a peaceful sanctuary where listeners can pause and breathe.

You’ve just released your latest single, “Peas and Carrots.” The title of the song is pretty unique; can you please share your idea behind it?

The phrase “Peas and Carrots” is often used to describe two people who go really well together. I’ve always liked that expression because it feels cute and lovely, but also very natural and comfortable. With this song, I wanted to portray a relationship that moves at the same pace and understands each other without needing to say much. That’s why “Peas and Carrots” felt like the perfect fit.

The song feels like a simple confession made in mundane life. What drove you to write this song? Please share with us the meaning behind creating “Peas and Carrots.”

This song didn’t begin with a big event. It started from a very ordinary moment, like walking side by side with someone you love and naturally falling into step together. To me, “Peas and carrots” isn’t a song that sings for love, loudly. It’s more like a quiet confession that you’re already living inside the same rhythm as someone else.

You’ve added many elements related to touch and reading expressions in the song. What was your thought process behind adding such components to the track?

I don’t think love is made of words alone. Sometimes it’s felt more deeply through things that come before words, like the feeling at your fingertips, a glance, or a facial expression. So in this song, I wanted to focus less on what is said and more on how something is felt. I felt that those moments of reading each other’s expressions and understanding each other through small sensations matched the emotional core of the song the best.

“Peas and Carrots” features a beautiful acoustic rhythm and melodic guitar. What other elements went into creating the track, and which of those holds the most meaning for you?

The song is centered around the rhythm and melody of an acoustic guitar, but I also wanted to add analog tape textures, soft vocal layers, and a simple sense of space. There aren’t many sounds in the arrangement, but I wanted each element to blend naturally into one mood.

The most meaningful part for me is the percussive rhythm of the guitar. Since the song began with the feeling of walking together, I wanted the rhythm itself to feel like two people moving in step.

“Peas and Carrots” has a simple yet comforting warmth to it. Listening to the song feels like coming back to one’s safe space. As an artist, what does your safe space look like? Where do you usually go when you’re trying to seek inspiration for your music?

For me, a safe space is made up of small but comforting places, like being in the arms of someone I love, my home studio, a quiet walking path filled with sunlight, or a café I visit often. These days, rather than going somewhere specific to find inspiration, I try to stay in the present and embrace stillness. I think inspiration often comes when I can pause for a moment in everyday life and really look closely at what I’m feeling.

The music video of “Peas and Carrots” incorporates natural elements like the sun and trees, along with a striking palette of red and white, which makes it feel visually intentional. How did these elements shape the storytelling, and what do they represent to you?

I felt this song came alive more naturally in real light and air. So I wanted to include things that are easy to find in everyday life, like sunlight, trees, and wind. Through white, I wanted to express a sense of purity, and through red, I wanted to show the vivid feeling hidden underneath. Even if the visuals seem simple as a whole, I wanted the emotions in them to remain clear and lasting.

Do you have a favourite line from the lyrics of “Peas and Carrots”? Please share with us your thoughts behind it.

My favorite line is, “Nothing fancy. Like peas and carrots.” To me, real love doesn’t need a dramatic event or anything grand. Just being together can already feel complete and perfect.

Your music and visuals carry a vintage, nostalgic touch to them. Where do you get such inspiration from? Is there any artist who inspires your creative process?

I’ve always been drawn to the softness of vintage camcorders, the noise of old cameras, and the way light blooms. These imperfections feel more human and emotional to me. I find a lot of inspiration in the natural color palettes of vintage French cinema.

Beyond your signature vintage-inspired visuals, are there other aesthetics you’re interested in exploring in your upcoming releases?

Yes, I really love vintage textures, and lately I’ve been exploring vintage French cinema more deeply. At the same time, while I want to keep the analog warmth that feels true to me, I’d also like to show a wider sense of seasonality and perhaps deeper storytelling in future releases.

It’s been six years since your debut EP, Violet Dreamer. How do you look back on that journey? What has it meant to you, and in what ways do you feel you’ve grown and evolved as an artist since then?

Looking back, these years were about refining my taste and musical vision. I’ve moved from asking, “What else should I add?” to “What can I leave out?” Learning what should remain has been my biggest growth as an artist.

Following the release of your new single, what can listeners look forward to next? Are there any upcoming releases, projects, or perhaps even a comeback we can expect this year?

Starting with “Peas and Carrots,” I’m focusing this year on working toward a full-length album that I hope to release next year. I’m also planning to release more pre-release singles from the full-length album this year. Future releases will carry my signature warmth and analog feel, while exploring fresh sounds.

Lastly, what message would you like to convey to your fans in India?

I want to thank everyone in India who listens to my music. It always feels so special to me that even across such a distance, music can still connect our hearts. I hope my songs can be a small space in your day where you can pause and breathe for a moment. I’ll continue to share my work with sincerity, through both music and beautiful visuals. Thank you always for listening.

Once again, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your precious time and for sharing insights about your journey. Thank you so much. On behalf of the entire team at Hallyuism, we wish you all the best for your future projects and lots of love from India!

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