Kiesza Invites Us to Let Go with New Anthem ‘When I’m Dancing’
Get ready to clear some space on your playlists, folks. Kiesza is back, and she’s bringing the kind of energy we didn’t know we needed. Her latest single, When I’m Dancing, is a vibrant, feel-good club anthem that celebrates the liberating, emotional power of movement, reminding us why the dancefloor has always been such a vital space for self-expression, release, and connection.
With When I’m Dancing, Kiesza leans fully into the magic of losing ourselves in music. The track blends hypnotic production with her unmistakable vocals, creating a sound that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly current. It’s the kind of song that instantly transports us, whether we’re in a crowded club, dancing alone in our room, or just trying to shake off a long day.
As a longtime LGBTQ+ ally, Kiesza makes that connection feel intentional and meaningful. What makes this release especially worth celebrating is the way it uplifts queer voices and creatives. The music video features LGBTQ+ talent, including lead dancer Jaylen Brown and photographer Kylie Watt (also known as KYLIE), bringing authenticity and representation to a project that already feels deeply connected to queer culture. Dance has always been a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ expression, and in many ways, When I’m Dancing feels like a celebration of that legacy—joyful, inclusive, and unapologetically vibrant.
Visually, the video is just as electric as the track itself. Packed with bold colors, dynamic choreography, and eye-catching styling, it fully embraces a sense of theatricality and freedom that her audiences know and love, and that so many of us within the LGBTQ+ community deeply connect with. It’s not just a music video, but an experience.
Make sure to check out the When I’m Dancing music video below and step into that world for yourself.
Beyond the beats and visuals, there’s also a deeply personal layer to the song. Kiesza opens up about how dance became a form of release during difficult moments in her life, sharing: “When I’m Dancing is about allowing your body to cry in ways that go beyond tears. Dancing has always been my crying, my refuge… In so many ways, dancing has saved my life.” It’s this emotional background that makes the track hit even harder, transforming it into something more than just a club anthem.
When I’m Dancing also builds anticipation for Kiesza’s upcoming EP, Dancing and Crying: Volume 3, arriving May 8. As the final installment in her trilogy, it promises to continue exploring the intersection of vulnerability and joy, two feelings that often coexist on the dancefloor.
If you’re looking for your next obsession, or just an excuse to dance like nobody’s watching, When I’m Dancing is it.
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Featured Image: Image Courtesy of The Karpel Group. Photo by Kylie Watt.
