Haliyah Hales, born Ifedolapo Haliyat Arowolo, is a Toronto-based singer, songwriter, and an Audio engineer whose music blends Afrobeat, R&B, and hip-hop into a sound that is at once dreamy, bold, and deeply personal. With over a 10years of experience in the music industry, she creates songs that move the heart and body, reflecting her journey, resilience, and Afrocentric roots. Beyond music, Haliyah is a registered nurse and certified addictions and mental health counsellor, bringing empathy and real-life experience into her artistry. Her single ILEKE has topped charts and inspired viral TikTok dance challenges, showing her music resonates far and wide. On stage, Haliyah commands attention with authenticity and energy. At the Departure Performance Showcase, she is ready to leave audiences inspired, moved, and fully immersed in her world.
