Losing Time and Finding Yourself: Kaiyah Mercedes Hits Close to Home with ‘3 Month Blackout’

If you’ve ever gone through a breakup and suddenly realized you haven’t really “been there” for the last twelve weeks, Kaiyah Mercedes’ new single is going to hit you like a ton of bricks.

At just 18, the Melbourne-based singer-songwriter is already proving she has a knack for saying the quiet parts out loud. Her latest release, ‘3 Month Blackout’ dives straight into that weird, blurry survival mode we all fall into when a relationship ends.

More Than Just “Teen Pop”

It’s easy to dismiss young artists as just writing about “crushes,” but Kaiyah is different. As an LGBTQI+ creator navigating the music scene, she brings a level of honesty that feels earned.

She isn’t just trying to make a hit; she’s trying to make sense of her own life. That intentionality is what makes her stand out in the crowded Melbourne indie scene. She writes for the kids who feel everything too much—the ones who are trying to balance growing up with the heavy weight of heartbreak.

The Vibe of ‘3 Month Blackout’

The song captures that specific “blackout” period—the days where you’re going through the motions, but your brain is still stuck on a loop of what went wrong.

• The Lyrics: They’re conversational. It feels less like a performance and more like a late-night voice note from a friend.

• The Sound: It’s catchy, but there’s an underlying moodiness that keeps it grounded. It’s the kind of song you put on repeat when you’re driving alone at night.

• The Connection: Kaiyah has this way of taking a very personal experience and making it feel like it’s your story, too.

Why You Should Care

We see a lot of “polished” artists these days, but Kaiyah Mercedes feels real. She’s an 18-year-old queer woman from Melbourne just trying to navigate the messiness of young adulthood, and she’s invited us all along for the ride.

Whether you’re currently in the middle of your own “3 month blackout” or you’ve finally come out the other side, this track is a reminder that healing isn’t linear—and that’s okay.

“I just want people to feel less alone in their heads,” Kaiyah says. With this track, she’s definitely achieving that.

Give it a Listen

You can find ‘3 Month Blackout’ on all the usual streaming spots. If you’re in Melbourne, keep an eye on local gig posters—this is an artist you’ll definitely want to see live before she starts selling out massive theaters.

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