At just fifteen years old, Lucía Lay is already carving out a space for herself in the global pop rock landscape that’s as bold and honest as it is emotionally charged. Kicking off 2026 with her latest single 'Faker', the Peruvian singer-songwriter continues her journey of self-expression, using music as a mirror to reflect the raw, unfiltered reality of teenage life.
Following the release of three singles and an EP in 2025, 'Faker' marks Lucía’s most pop-forward track to date. Drawing inspiration from artists like Sabrina Carpenter, she blends shimmering guitars, synth textures, and anthemic choruses with vulnerable lyrics that push back against the curated pressures of social media and the struggle to fit in. It’s a track written during a period of intense self-discovery, one that confronts the masks we wear and the freedom that comes with taking them off.
So with the new single out now, we sat down with her to find out more about her origins and what has been inspiring her most over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
Piano. It was the first instrument that let me start singing and playing my favorite songs.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I think the style I've listened to the longest is pop.
What was the first album you remember owning?
SOUR by Olivia Rodrigo. I think it's been the most significant album so far.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
"Love Is Embarrassing" by Olivia Rodrigo.
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I write my songs next to my band in the studio. I think it's important that we agree on a sound that expresses what my lyrics say and that each song helps define my own sound.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
I think my top three pop artists I'm listening to nonstop are: Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
Without thinking—Olivia Rodrigo.
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
Being able to express my ideas through my songs. First it's about me, and then when other people identify with the same things it makes making music more rewarding.
And what is the most frustrating part?
The process is a bit slow as an emerging, young artist. There aren't many other young projects to share a stage with or work on collaborative releases.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
To never lose confidence in myself and to always stay the same person.
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Lucia Lay's new single 'Faker' is out now. Check it out in the player below.