Jaguar Jonze and KIRE embrace their multicultural identities in the bilingual alt-pop single “HALF DEVIL.”
Taiwanese-Australian artist Jaguar Jonze has teamed up with Taiwanese-American singer-songwriter KIRE for their new single, “HALF DEVIL.” Released through Nettwerk, the bilingual track blends Mandarin and English with moody alt-pop production, gritty vocals, and club-ready energy. Jaguar balances soaring pop melodies with sharp, high-impact moments that capture the song’s emotional tension.
The collaboration follows Jaguar Jonze’s comeback single, “Naked,” which marked her return after a two-year hiatus. This time, she and KIRE examine the realities of growing up between cultures. Their conversations about childhood, identity, and belonging inspired the track’s central message.
Jaguar explains that they bonded over a shared experience of feeling caught between worlds. Although Taiwan, Japan, Australia, and the United States shaped their lives, neither artist ever felt they fully belonged in one place. Instead of hiding those feelings, they turned them into the foundation of “HALF DEVIL.”
A Visual Reflection of Identity
Jaguar Jonze also released a music video alongside the single. She filmed it under a full moon on the black volcanic sands of a fishing village in North Bali. The striking visuals use light and shadow to symbolize the different sides of human nature.
According to Jaguar, “HALF DEVIL” encourages people to accept every part of themselves. She believes everyone carries both light and darkness, and embracing those contradictions without judgment is part of being human.
Furthermore, Jaguar Jonze and KIRE transform feelings of isolation into a source of confidence and strength. Their bilingual performances, atmospheric production, and fearless storytelling reshape cultural duality into a celebration of identity rather than a burden.
The release also builds on Jaguar Jonze’s growing momentum across Southeast Asia. Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore now rank among her top 15 global streaming markets. In addition, her previous single, “Naked,” gained significant attention after its release. The self-directed music video, filmed at an abandoned construction site in Uluwatu, Bali, has attracted nearly 350,000 YouTube views, with strong support from listeners in Indonesia.
As Jaguar Jonze enters a new creative era, “HALF DEVIL” highlights her evolving artistry. Moreover, the collaboration with KIRE signals a confident step forward, proving that embracing every side of oneself can become a powerful artistic statement.
Don’t miss “HALF DEVIL” by Jaguar Jonze and KIRE! Stream the bilingual alt-pop anthem now on your favorite music platform and watch the official music video today.
