Intimate Live Renditions Of “Taylor” & “Just For One Night.”

Pop-leaning singer-songwriter Jess Yaffa strips her music down to its rawest form with her new double single, Thoughts That Keep Me Up At Night: IRL, released September 17. The project revisits two standout tracks from her debut album, Thoughts That Keep Me Up at Night (April 4, 2025), reimagined in intimate live renditions of “Taylor” and “Just For One Night.”

Alongside the audio releases, Yaffa has shared live performance videos that spotlight her natural ability to connect with listeners on a deeply personal level. The stripped-down arrangements place her voice and storytelling front and center, revealing an honesty that has already won her early critical praise. While the sound quality isn’t pristine, the authenticity at the core of Yaffa’s artistry shines through, making the imperfections feel more like part of the experience than a distraction.

Still in her early 20s, the New York City native writes with emotional clarity that speaks to her peers in Gen Z and the rising Gen Alpha audience—two generations navigating stress, volatility, and uncertainty while still searching for joy and meaning. These live versions reflect that duality: quiet moments of vulnerability mixed with an undercurrent of youthful resilience.

With Thoughts That Keep Me Up At Night: IRL, Jess Yaffa proves that her music resonates just as powerfully on a bare stage as it does in the studio. It’s a reminder that her greatest strength may be her ability to make listeners feel seen, even in their most unfiltered moments.

More About Jess Yaffa
Jess Yaffa is a New York City–based pop-rock singer-songwriter whose music blends bold hooks, heartfelt lyrics, and unfiltered honesty. At just 23, she has already made her mark with her debut album Thoughts That Keep Me Up at Night (produced by Grammy-winner Scott Jacoby, known for work with Coldplay, John Legend, and Vampire Weekend), praised for its emotional depth and relatable storytelling. With a sound described as both confessional and empowering, Yaffa connects with listeners through her authenticity—whether on stage in her raw, stripped-back live performances or in the studio crafting anthems that balance vulnerability with power. Publications including The Big Takeover, Folk N Rock, and NYS Music have hailed her as a compelling new voice in pop-rock with the vision and artistry of a seasoned performer. Currently, Yaffa is continuing to share her music live while working on new material set for release in 2026.

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