Soepermarkt Publishing is proud to celebrate the release of ‘Pay Day,’ the moving new single from our dear artist and songwriter, Joya Mooi.
‘Pay Day’ is a beautifully crafted track that offers an intimate look into a profound moment of transition in the artist’s life. The song finds its origin in Joya’s immediate, almost reflexive shift into ‘survival mode’ after learning she was pregnant. This feeling immediately centered her focus on security and the foundation required to build a safe future.
The initial inspiration for the track stems from the financial rhythm of life in her homeland: the 25th of the month, when salaries land and life briefly feels possible. Joya used this ritual of the paycheck—a symbol of stability in South Africa—as the opening framework for the song.
However, as the lyrics developed, the true message emerged. Joya explains the profound shift in perspective that shaped the song’s core:
“Pay Day was the first song I wrote after learning I was pregnant. The planner in me immediately shifted into survival mode, fixating on security… Yet as I wrote, I realized the real wealth I was yearning for wasn’t financial at all, but the kind of time money can’t buy: quiet mornings, first laughs, and the irreplaceable moments I knew were coming with my baby.”
This revelation elevates ‘Pay Day’ far beyond a commentary on economics; it is a soulful, essential anthem about prioritizing intangible wealth—the precious moments that truly enrich life. It’s a compelling testament to Joya Mooi’s ability to weave deep, personal narrative into her distinctive sound.
Listen to Joya Mooi’s ‘Pay Day’ on all streaming platforms now.