TaniA Kyllikki isn’t Asking, She’s Declaring - “I AM Good Enough”!
- Esther
- May 4
- 5 min read
There are many artists who evolve with each release, TaniA Kyllikki transcends. When we last caught up with her in February, she lit up the winter with “Feel Good Vibes”, a euphoric, dancefloor-ready reminder that healing can be loud, proud, and joy-filled. It was a sparkling celebration of resilience wrapped in glittery house-pop. But true to form, Kyllikki isn’t content to stay in one lane. Now, with “I AM Good Enough”, she flips the spotlight inward, trading glowsticks for raw honesty, and synth strobe lights for the soft, soul-lit glow of self-acceptance. If “Feel Good Vibes” was the soundtrack to your comeback party, “I AM Good Enough” is the anthem you whisper to yourself in the mirror the next morning. And yes, both are equally powerful!
Late at night, when the world quiets and our loudest critic becomes our own inner voice, a song like “I AM Good Enough” finds its moment. TaniA Kyllikki’s fourth single from her anticipated second album Free-Spirited doesn’t just sit among today’s pop ballads, it rises, glows, and breathes with the weight of a soul who has warred against her demons and lived to sing about it. The British singer-songwriter already celebrated for her poignant lyricism and stunning five-octave range is no stranger to crafting stories rooted in pain, perseverance, and power. From the very start, the track feels nostalgic yet new. Rolling synths reminiscent of Enrique Iglesias' "No Me Digas Que No" intermingle with soft piano chords, establishing a space that feels intimate but open like a private stage where vulnerability can take center spotlight. Then her voice enters. Delicate, raw, and searching -
“How is it that I can love so hard / giving so much of myself / to everybody else / but when it comes to me / I’m blindsided / I can’t see my worth?”
In just a few lines, she captures what many silently live through the heartbreaking imbalance of pouring love outward while feeling bone-dry inside. It’s a question not of vanity but of value, of wondering how self-love got left off the list of things we fiercely protect. The verse glides into a classic early 2000s R&B-pop atmosphere, a touch of vintage Britney soul with modern emotional heft building a reflective groove that calls to mind Michael Jackson’s “You Are Not Alone,” but with a unique, modern elegance. The vulnerability continues -
“I don’t know why I’m so self-destructive / blowing up on the scene / second-guessing everything…”
There’s no sugarcoating here. No metaphors to mask the rawness. These are lyrics penned by someone who has done the inner work and decided not to flinch from the truth anymore. And when she proclaims, “Even though I know that ain’t how I win” it’s a pivotal moment, the recognition of self-sabotage, and the beginning of change. Then, the pre-chorus arrives with quiet acceptance -
“I’m not perfect / nobody’s perfect…”
It’s simple, almost like a whispered reminder, but in the context of the song, it's a powerful reframe. TaniA isn’t aiming for flawlessness. She’s aiming for freedom.
And then comes the chorus, the heartbeat of the song -
“All my life I’ve been told all these lies / embedded deep in my mind / you aren’t good enough / why don’t you give up…”
The imagery here is personal and universal all at once. The idea of lies being embedded, buried like seeds that choke out growth, strikes deeply. This isn’t a passing sadness. This is about years of internalized damage, about beliefs that take root and shape the way we see ourselves. But then, she shifts -
“It’s a choice only I / can set myself free from / and say / I am good enough...”
This is the song’s emotional spine. TaniA doesn’t wait for someone else to save her. She chooses herself. And in doing so, she offers permission for others to do the same. The repetition of “good enough” isn’t just for musical effect, it’s mantra, meditation, and mirror. The second verse is even more empowering -
“I must have courage / the confidence to shine / moments that are mine…”
Here, the lyrics become forward-facing, no longer bound by the past. There’s talk of rights, “Tell myself I have the right / this is my life…” and the pain of endurance, “I’ve crushed and burned / far too many times / but I’m still here…” There’s that unmistakable tone of survival, wrapped in the grace of gratitude, “With God’s grace / I survived.” Then, one of the song’s most powerful lyrical shifts arrives not in a verse, but in a confrontation with herself, “Hey me / stop doing this to yourself / you need to acknowledge / and know your worth…” It’s rare in pop songwriting to see a direct address to the self that’s this honest and unflinching. These lines are like journal entries spoken aloud, the kind that usually stay locked away. TaniA lays it all bare, and in doing so, creates a space for collective healing.
The refrain of “your worth, your worth, your worth…” pulses like a heartbeat, insistent and vital. It transitions seamlessly back into the chorus, and by now, those words, “I am good enough” land differently. They’re no longer tentative. They’re triumphant. By the end, when she declares, “I’ll say it to myself again / I am / I am / I am good enough…” it’s not just an affirmation, it’s a reclaiming. Of dignity. Of power. Of truth. It’s no wonder that listeners have begun calling this an anthem. It doesn’t beg for attention, it commands introspection. It doesn’t seek sympathy, it invites solidarity.
The production, handled by her husband and longtime collaborator, Rynellton knows exactly when to pull back and when to elevate. There’s a warm, soulful bass grounding each movement, interwoven with cinematic piano melodies and gospel-tinged choir backing vocals that lift the chorus like a spiritual release. As the beat subtly shifts between sections, the pacing mirrors the journey of inner dialogue: tense, gentle, defiant, and ultimately triumphant. TaniA’s voice is the lighthouse in this emotional storm. At once technically masterful and emotionally unfiltered, her delivery floats between vulnerability and boldness. There’s a remarkable synergy between her and Rynellton not just in production but in the shared intimacy of the backing harmonies. His presence is subtle but grounding, like an all-round partner gently echoing the affirmations she’s learning to believe.
TaniA’s journey has been anything but ordinary. From topping independent charts to receiving mainstream recognition by MSN as one of the “Top Ten Women Revolutionising Their Fields”, and being featured by the likes of NY Weekly, Huff Mag, and Time Out California, her rise is fueled by passion, not privilege. She’s walked through trauma, endured chronic health battles, and still turned every pain point into poetry. It’s no wonder her audience stretches into the millions. And yet, despite all the acclaim, there’s nothing pretentious about her. Her music doesn’t beg for attention, it invites you in, sits you down, and offers a cup of something warm and soul-nourishing. If you've ever doubted your worth, questioned your voice, or stood quietly in the shadows of your own greatness, “I AM Good Enough” is your anthem and TaniA Kyllikki is the voice reminding you to step into the light. Share it. Sit with it. Let it heal what the world tried to dim. And as her Free-Spirited era unfolds, now’s the perfect time to join the journey of an artist who isn’t just making music, she’s making meaning. Listen below!
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