A Cappella Sensation hachajah Races Against Time in Forthcoming Single, “Shooting Traffic Lights”

Sri Lankan-Born Artist hachajah’s New Single Promises a Thrilling Journey Through Love and War

Los Angeles, CA, California, United States, February 18, 2025 — War casts long, unrelenting shadows, fracturing lives and entangling love and loss in its devastation. In his upcoming single, “Shooting Traffic Lights,” a cappella innovator hachajah navigates the intersection of romance and conflict, painting a vivid picture of lovers facing the realities of a conflict zone. Set for release on February 28, 2025, the song draws inspiration from the lived realities of couples enduring the turmoil of Sri Lanka’s past conflicts. With his signature blend of Sri Lankan rhythmic influences and contemporary a cappella, hachajah crafts a piece that speaks to resilience, human connection, and the echoes of history.

“Shooting Traffic Lights” follows the success of hachajah’s well-received debut EP, No Place Like. The EP’s standout track, “Colombo Sky,” has resonated deeply within the a cappella community, amassing over 60,000 YouTube views and securing a nomination for Best Global Music Video at the A Cappella Video Awards. This momentum has helped establish hachajah’s presence in vocal music, with both critics and fans eager to see what new sonic landscapes he will explore next.

His journey to redefining a cappella began in the choirs and concert halls of Sri Lanka where he honed his skills in vocal performance as a core member of The Revelations, a notable all-male octet that clinched two World Championship titles. This foundational experience instilled in him a drive for pushing the boundaries of a cappella, inspiring his evolution into a solo artist committed to crafting a sound that is both deeply personal and globally resonant.

Now based in Arlington, Massachusetts, hachajah infuses his music with an expansive worldview, seamlessly interweaving the rhythmic complexities of Sri Lankan heritage with modern pop sensibilities. The result is a dynamic fusion of tradition and innovation, offering listeners a fresh yet deeply familiar experience—one where the past and present coalesce in harmony.

“Shooting Traffic Lights” stands as one of hachajah’s most expressive works yet. The track plunges listeners into a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of the city of Colombo during its 30-year ethnic conflict. The story unfolds through the eyes of two lovers, whose intimacy in the backseat of a car is broken by flashlights from a jeep full of army personnel. In a heartbeat, their reality shifts from quiet affection to a desperate, adrenaline-fueled escape. Racing through the city’s streets and shooting past traffic signals, they become symbols of both love’s defiance and the peril that shadows it. The song sways between urgency and hope, underscoring themes of devotion, fear, and the unyielding spirit of those forced to flee.

“I hope listeners will step into the shoes of lovers and families who faced heartbreak during the war in Sri Lanka,” hachajah shares. “While this particular story follows a couple who escape, the music also serves as a tribute to those who didn’t. Many lost sons, daughters, partners, siblings—entire futures were stolen and families left forever incomplete. This song is about feeling the weight of those losses and recognizing the enduring echoes of war.”

With the release date drawing near, anticipation is mounting within the a cappella and global music communities alike. hachajah’s ability to weave storytelling with raw vocal textures has already distinguished him, and “Shooting Traffic Lights” promises to further solidify his position as a notable figure in contemporary vocal music. As listeners prepare to embark on this immersive journey, questions linger: What other untold stories will hachajah bring to life? And how will his artistry continue to shape the evolving landscape of vocal performance in the years ahead?

For more updates on hachajah, connect with him on: Instagram | Spotify | YouTube

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