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Prajwal Waiva / प्रज्वल वाइवा is a Nepali singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known for his 2020 debut single "It Was You".

PJ Waiva grew up in Urlabari, Morang, Nepal. Waiva was 11 years old when he attended a Nepali festival named “Tihar" where he saw a guitar in person for the first time. Soon after, he started learning guitar from different folks in his small town. Being born in a small but diverse nation like Nepal; he was surrounded by many languages and music. English music was a medium for him to learn more of the language which later was beneficial as he moved to the USA later on in life. He credits the move to the USA as his inspiration and the spark that continues to drive him to pour out his heart through music.

He began to produce music in early 2016 after a severe car accident which led to the realization that he had done nothing of significance in his life to date.

He mentions Leon Bridges, John Mayer, and The Lumineers as inspirations for his blues and indie style. His music reflects the use of elements of jazz and Nepali folk style melodies.