Afro-popZambia
Sylvie holds to the promise of “One Day”
Zambian Afro-pop artist Sylvie, based in the United States, releases “One Day,” a song of hope about survival, healing and renewed purpose.
By HNA MagazineReleased 16 October 2026
The story
Who isSylvie?
Sylvie is a Zambian Afro-pop artist based in the United States. Her new single, “One Day,” carries a message of hope that her team says is connecting audiences across borders.
Orphaned in Botswana as a child, she was separated from her brother and family, and faced abandonment at 17. She held on to one belief: one day, her life would change. That belief is now the song.
“One Day” is a record of survival, healing and renewed purpose. Her team cites industry recognition from Makeba Riddick and Grammy-winning hitmaker Troy Taylor. The single was released on 16 October 2026.
- Zambia
- United States
- Botswana
- 16 October 2026
The single
Why it matters
- One beliefSeparated from her brother and family, and abandoned at 17, she held on to the idea that one day her life would change.
- A song of hope“One Day” is about survival, healing and renewed purpose.
- Recognition, as toldHer team cites recognition from Makeba Riddick and Grammy-winning hitmaker Troy Taylor.
- Out nowReleased 16 October 2026. Stream it, and follow @sylvierocks.Watch / listen →