‘Pull Me to the Light’- A Woman Giving Back and Supporting Fellow Musicians

Some comebacks are written in the stars, others are forged through sheer determination and a willingness to accept help from unexpected places. Eylsia Nicolas knows this better than most. Her return to music was never guaranteed, and yet here she is, surprising even herself with millions of views for her newest single and critics comparing her to Céline Dion and Cher.

The journey back wasn’t smooth. Nothing about Eylsia’s path has been ordinary.

From Tennis Courts to Stage Lights

At just ten years old, Eylsia achieved what most athletes only dream of—international acclaim on the tennis courts. She was ranked globally, heading towards what could have been a stellar professional career. Then injury struck, ending her tennis dreams before they truly began.

Rather than retreat, she pivoted into the music industry, working behind the scenes as an officer at a record label that showcased legendary artists. She seemed to have found her footing again, building a career that let her stay close to the music she loved. But life had other plans.

A severe health crisis threatened the very thing she’d grown to depend on—her voice. For someone who’d already navigated one career-ending setback, facing another felt overwhelming. Yet this time, she’d discover that healing through sound can come from the most unexpected sources.

Taking a Leap—With Tech by Her Side

When Eylsia first heard her AI-enhanced voice, she describes the moment as revelatory. Working with vocal enhancement technology from Worldipi.com, she found a way to sing again—not replacing her voice, but amplifying what was already there.

‘Approximately 10-15% of my vocals are AI-enhanced,’ she explains with refreshing honesty. This transparency sets her apart in an industry where many artists remain coy about their use of technology. Her openness reflects a growing recognition that AI can serve as a genuine tool for accessibility and recovery.

The technology works by training on vast datasets of human singing, learning to capture emotion and style while enhancing existing vocal capabilities. For Eylsia, it meant the difference between silence and song. Research from UCLA shows similar AI-assisted devices helping people with vocal cord issues regain their voice with remarkable accuracy, highlighting how technology can restore what injury or illness has taken away.

Music That Knows Where You’ve Been

Her new single ‘Pull Me to the Light’ isn’t just well-crafted country music—it’s a testament to perseverance and the power of starting over. The song resonates because it comes from someone who genuinely understands what it means to rebuild from scratch.

The critics have taken notice. Zillions Magazine wrote that ‘Eylsia accomplishes something that great country artists always have. She makes what’s personal feel universal and what’s universal feel personal.’ Avande Music Publishing noted how ‘her phrasing leans theatrical, evoking parallels to Céline Dion or late-career Cher.’

Dulaxi praised how ‘with this release, Eylsia firmly steps into her artistry with grace and impact,’ while Landon Buford described the track as ‘a guiding light for anyone who has ever had to start anew, reminding us that starting over can often lead to redemption.’

These aren’t just polite industry compliments. They reflect something deeper—music that speaks to anyone who’s ever had to pick up the pieces and try again. Her story echoes other remarkable comebacks, like pedal steel player Lloyd Green, who returned to music after being forced into medical retirement due to tinnitus, proving that reinvention is possible even after the most challenging setbacks.

Perhaps most telling is Eylsia’s decision to donate half the royalties from her new Christian contemporary song to the AFM-EPF, the pension fund that supports musicians. This gesture reflects her awareness that while AI helped revive her career, it also presents challenges for the industry as a whole.

‘AI can save money and has certainly revived my career, but it also poses a risk to the very artists who have shaped our musical heritage,’ she explains. ‘By giving back, I hope to balance the miracles and tragedies that come with our future.’

Her timing is significant. The AFM-EPF recently secured its stability through Special Financial Assistance via the American Rescue Plan Act, ensuring pension benefits for musicians who depend on this fund. Eylsia’s contribution adds to this support system for artists navigating an industry increasingly shaped by technology.

This kind of generosity isn’t unique to her, but it’s particularly meaningful given her own journey. She understands what it means to need support during uncertain times, and she’s choosing to extend that to others facing their own challenges. Like other women who’ve turned their healing into purpose, Eylsia channels her recovery into helping others.

Looking Forward

Eylsia isn’t stopping at music. She’s developing a television series exploring AI’s impact on the music industry, positioning herself as a bridge between technology and tradition. Her perspective is valuable because she’s lived both sides—the vulnerability of needing help and the empowerment that comes from finding it.

Her approach reflects a thoughtful response to the ongoing debates about AI in music. While some artists warn against predatory AI use, others embrace it as a collaborative tool. Eylsia’s transparency about her AI use, combined with her commitment to supporting fellow musicians, suggests a path forward that honours both human artistry and technological possibility.

The technology that helped restore her voice represents just one example of how AI can democratise music production and support artists facing physical or health challenges. Her story may inspire others to explore these tools without shame or secrecy. Artists like Chincia Kenner are also finding ways to blend AI with human creativity, proving that technology doesn’t have to replace authenticity.

The Return

The millions of views on Eylsia’s music reflect more than just catchy melodies or polished production. They represent connection—fans finding something authentic in her voice, enhanced though it may be. Her story resonates because it’s fundamentally human: the experience of losing what you love, fighting to get it back and discovering that help can come from the most unexpected places.

Eylsia Nicolas proves that coming back isn’t about returning to exactly where you were before. Sometimes it’s about finding a new version of yourself, one that’s been shaped by setbacks but not defined by them. Her journey from tennis courts to recording studios, through health crises and technological breakthroughs, shows us that vulnerability and authenticity can coexist.

Like Mica Paris reminds us, there’s courage in being only human. Eylsia’s transparency offers a refreshing alternative to the usual industry secrecy. She’s not hiding her use of technology or pretending it doesn’t matter. Instead, she’s showing how it can serve as a tool for healing and creativity, while maintaining respect for the human artistry that makes music meaningful.

Her story reminds us that the best comebacks aren’t just about personal triumph—they’re about bringing others along for the journey. Through her music, her generosity and her honesty, Eylsia Nicolas is doing exactly that.