Rising singer-songwriter quinnie has unveiled her latest single, “baja bird,” a breezy and poetic track that blends her signature lyrical wit with hypnotic, atmospheric production. Accompanying the release is a new video directed by Alejandra Demers, featuring quinnie running along coastal shores, riding highways on the back of a motorcycle, and exploring a wind farm as the sun sets — imagery that perfectly captures the song’s free-spirited essence.
Describing the inspiration behind “baja bird,” quinnie shares, “I wrote it about the feeling of getting a soda at the gas station, driving around for hours, going to the beach, and experiencing beauty as if you are still an invincible teenage girl.” The single marks the first glimpse of a larger project set to arrive later this year.
baja bird follows the breakout success of quinnie’s 2023 debut album Flounder, which drew praise from outlets like Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, NPR, and The New York Times. Since then, quinnie has amassed over 100 million streams, sold out her first headlining shows, and solidified her spot as one of indie pop’s most compelling new voices.
Originally from New Jersey, quinnie’s journey began with DIY recordings in high school and has evolved into a distinctive, handcrafted artistry that still centers her close circle of collaborators. Though often labeled a singer-songwriter, quinnie views her music as an exploration of deeper, ineffable emotions — a way to give shape to feelings words alone can’t capture. As she continues to move with the currents of serendipity, it’s clear her songs will keep resonating.
