French-Congolese artist Jay Kenda is officially stepping into the spotlight with the release of his debut single, “Un pas après l’autre,” unveiled on August 7, 2026. The emotionally driven song explores the journey of rebuilding oneself after difficult seasons, offering a message of resilience, hope and moving forward one step at a time.
Drawing from R&B, Pop, Afrobeat and Gospel, Jay Kenda creates intimate and melodic music inspired by his personal experiences and observations of life. His songs explore universal themes including love, heartbreak, faith, hope, emotional wounds and the process of reconstruction.
Born and raised in Lyon, France, Jay Kenda has been surrounded by music from an early age. He first learned to play the guitar before expanding his skills to piano and singing. For years, he composed music privately, often in his bedroom, gradually developing his own artistic identity and musical sensitivity.
After years of experimenting with his voice and songwriting, Jay Kenda decided to transform his lifelong passion into a serious artistic project. His debut single marks the beginning of that journey.
“Un pas après l’autre” serves as an introduction to Jay Kenda’s artistic world. The track reflects on the challenges that can follow difficult periods in life while emphasizing the importance of patience, perseverance and continuing to move forward.
Rather than presenting healing as an instant transformation, Jay Kenda approaches reconstruction as a gradual journey, one step at a time.
