Matreya unveils new single "I Saw The Light" and connects with us to share the powerful journey behind it
- STAFF
- Jul 29
- 8 min read
By: Staff
"I Saw The Light” is an extraordinary masterpiece that blends raw emotion with transformative depth.
A new wave of raw emotion and transformative energy has arrived with the release of "I Saw The Light," the latest single from an artist who’s redefining the boundaries of both music and personal evolution. With haunting textures, vulnerable lyrics, and a voice that feels like it’s channeling something far beyond this world, this track pulses with a sense of awakening that demands to be heard.
We recently spoke with the mind behind the music, a figure who, after stepping away from the glittering spotlight of mainstream fame, has embraced an inner journey that’s as much about healing as it is about artistry. This new chapter is not just a creative rebirth, but a bold act of sharing vulnerability with the world. "I Saw The Light" feels like a reckoning, a moment of surrender to something greater than self.
In this revealing conversation, we dive deep into the story behind the song, the artist’s journey from fame to self-discovery, and how their personal transformation has shaped this powerful new release. It’s a conversation about shedding old identities, exploring alternative healing, and the profound freedom that comes from embracing your truest self.
Don’t miss this exploration into the heart and soul of an artist who's finding light in the darkest places. Read on to uncover the full story.
Here’s how it went:
Begin Interview:
Hello Matreya, we’re thrilled to have you here for this interview! We've had an amazing time exploring your music and diving into your creative journey. Now, we’re even more intrigued to get a deeper look into both your brand and your personal and professional inspirations.
Q. For the fans meeting you for the first time, is Matreya your given name or a stage name? What inspired you to choose that for your artist persona?
My parents named me Mason, and ‘Mason Noise’ was the stage name a friend jokingly gave me in school. It served its purpose for a time, but I eventually needed something that felt more aligned with every part of me. Matreya came to me during a meditation—the name carries roots in loving-kindness and translates to “he who is beyond duality.” It felt both ancient and aspirational, like something I’d always known and was still growing into.
Q. We loved the powerful vocals, and your delivery feels like it’s an embodiment of your emotion and persona. When did you discover your voice, and what was the turning point that took you from singing in the mirror to recording with purpose?
Thank you—that means a lot. For a long time, I actually felt disconnected from my voice. It was technically strong, but I didn’t use it to transmit anything deeper. That changed when I discovered Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Watching him, I realised he wasn’t singing for people—he was singing to God. And in doing so, everyone in the room turned toward something greater. That liberated me. It meant I no longer needed external validation to sing with intention.
Q. You describe ‘I Saw The Light’ as a moment of surrender. What did that surrender look like for you in real life, and how did it shape your approach to both healing and music-making?
That surrender looked like giving up—completely. I’d reached a point where I didn’t care what happened to me or my life anymore. But in that collapse, I finally met silence. Within that stillness, a new way revealed itself. I stopped pushing and started listening. Now, I don’t force creativity—I stay open and wait for it to touch me.
Q. After experiencing mainstream exposure on The X Factor, what was the most difficult part of stepping away from that spotlight to begin your inner work, and how did that decision challenge your identity as an artist?
Stepping away wasn’t difficult—it felt necessary. I was in such inner turmoil that the only place left to go was inward. That, to me, was grace in action. Sometimes things fall apart so we have no choice but to let go. Any fixed identity becomes a prison. Now, I lean more into the philosophy of “I am that I am.” That’s where freedom lives.
Q. As someone who chose alternative healing over conventional medication, what were the biggest misconceptions you had to overcome, either from within yourself or from others, about going that route?
We all know what it feels like to walk into a room and sense a vibe—or feel someone’s energy. And yet, many of us still struggle to believe that everything is made of energy. Mainstream culture hasn’t fully embraced what modern quantum physics already suggests. I had to rewire my thinking to understand that every physical issue had an emotional or energetic root. Realising that I was a spiritual being having a human experience—that changed everything. It may sound tribal or esoteric, but these beliefs are the keys that unlocked my healing.
Q. You’ve brought together voices from Aboriginal, Buddhist, and holistic medicine backgrounds in your #FromDarknessToLight series. What common threads have you noticed in these ancient practices that modern mental health treatment often overlooks?
That we have a spirit—and it’s starving. Our culture doesn’t nourish or even acknowledge that part of us. These ancient traditions recognise that mental health is deeply intertwined with the body and the soul. When we forget that, we become unprepared for life’s inevitable suffering. Modern systems often treat symptoms without ever addressing the root cause: our disconnection from self.
Q. In ‘I Saw The Light’, you sing “Something inside me had to die.” Can you talk about what that part of you was, and how letting it go made space for who you are now?
There was this dark, sludgy part of my psyche that felt like it was draining my life force. It fed off a wounded inner child who hadn’t been heard or held. There was also a deep self-doubt that sabotaged me over and over. Letting that go required sitting with uncomfortable truths. But once I took those first steps, that old self began to fall away. It still is.
Q. You’re not just sharing your healing story—you’re curating conversations and community around it. What responsibility do you feel, if any, now that you’ve stepped into this dual role as both artist and spiritual messenger?
I definitely feel a responsibility to share what I’ve learned, although each person’s healing journey is their own to walk. Music is such a magical gift—if you’ve been given that touch, it can be either destructive or deeply empowering. I choose the latter.
Q. Releasing a track like ‘I Saw The Light’ is an act of deep vulnerability. Was there any fear around exposing that much of your inner world, and how did you push through it?
Of course. But sometimes helping someone else is worth more than protecting your ego or image. I now understand the only thing that truly changes our outer world is when we shift our inner world. That mission makes the discomfort worth it.
Q. As someone who’s trained in Reiki and movement therapy, how do those practices physically or energetically influence the way you perform or create music now?
They’ve helped me access flow more easily. When creativity feels blocked, having a practice that clears stagnant energy helps reconnect me to that river of expression. It reminds me that “losing it” is an illusion—you just need to reattune.
Q. You’ve spoken about a ‘cosmic checkmate’, a moment where you had to choose between soul-searching or spiraling deeper. Do you think everyone faces that moment eventually, and what advice would you give to someone standing at that crossroads?
Absolutely. Whether it’s quitting a job you’ve outgrown or leaving a toxic relationship, everyone faces that moment where your soul has expanded beyond your circumstances. The tension is your ego holding on to what your soul has already released. You already know what you need to do. The trick is trusting that once you leap, the universe will catch you. Nature supports courage.
Q. You’ve chosen a minimalist style in your clothing: comfortable, confident, and intentionally simple. What draws you to this aesthetic, and what does it represent for you personally or artistically?
For this release, I wanted to strip everything back—to be vulnerable without accessories or cultural costume. That’s why I didn’t wear makeup in the video. When someone is truly radiant, you don’t notice their clothes—you notice their eyes, their presence. I love dressing up, but I also believe that if we focused more on inner radiance, we wouldn’t feel the need to shock or follow trends just to be seen.
Q. These lyrics really stood out to us: “My hands bound and blinded / Changed my disguises.” Can you unpack what those lines mean to you and what space you were in when writing them?
“My hands bound and blinded” is a direct reference to the Eight of Swords card in the tarot. In the image, a woman stands blindfolded, her arms bound by ribbons, surrounded by eight swords planted in the earth like a cage. She’s stranded in the middle of a murky marshland. At first glance, she looks completely trapped—stuck, helpless. But if you really look closely, you’ll see something important: the bindings are loose, and there’s actually a clear path out between the swords. It represents letting go of limiting beliefs and establishing a new, more empowered mindset.
“Changed my disguises” speaks to how I used to shapeshift constantly—adapting to what I thought other people needed from me emotionally. I didn’t have a stable core of identity, so I’d wear different masks to try to feel accepted or loved. That line was a moment of reckoning with all the versions of myself I had constructed just to survive.
Q. The video for “I Saw The Light” is charged with emotion. After performing it, do you feel emotionally stirred, like it reopens wounds, or do you experience more of a release, a letting go of those memories?
I haven’t performed the song live yet, but I imagine it’ll bring up something powerful when I do. I’m bracing for a release—maybe even a few tears.
Q. Your video was incredibly inspiring. Do you see yourself branching into filmmaking or other visual mediums in the future as a way to tell deeper stories?
Absolutely—it’s on the bucket list. I love visual storytelling. It feels like a natural extension of how I express myself.
Q. Many artists hit a few walls along the way. Have there been times you questioned continuing with music? What helped you stay committed to your path?
Oh, many times. I’ve wanted to give up more than once. And sometimes I have. But if it’s truly your calling, it won’t leave you alone. It’ll keep knocking until you listen. And if you ignore it long enough, that suppression can start to show up in your body. The soul demands expression.
Q. Outside of music, who or what has had the biggest influence on your personal growth or artistic perspective?
My family and friends. I’m so lucky to have people in my life who’ve reflected back parts of me I couldn’t see when I was lost in the marshes. Their belief in me kept my spirit afloat when I had nothing left.
Q. We can’t thank you enough for sharing these intimate details! So, what’s next? Can you give us the inside scoop on your upcoming projects and what fans should be excited about? We’d love to be the first to share the news!
Thank you for creating a space for me to share. Next up: more music, of course, and then live shows and workshops around creativity and healing. Keep an eye on my socials—this journey’s just getting started.
Matreya, thank you so much, we appreciate you taking the time to talk to us!
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