British singer-songwriter Declan McKenna brought his introspective and socially conscious music to the Tiny Desk concert series, showcasing his talent and passion for tackling bigger world issues through his songs. Despite his young age of just turning 18, McKenna's performance was nothing short of powerful and compelling. He performed stripped-down versions of his songs, with "Bethlehem" diving into the theme of religion, and his famous tune "Brazil" addressing topics like football, money, and poverty in a thought-provoking way.

Declan McKenna rose to fame after winning the Glastonbury Festival's Emerging Talent Competition in 2015 and self-releasing the protest song "Brazil" critiquing FIFA and the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. His debut studio album, "What Do You Think About the Car?", was released in 2017, followed by "Zeros" in September 2020 and his third album, "What Happened to the Beach?", in February 2024. McKenna's music style combines sensitive songwriting with a larger social and political commentary, setting him apart in the music industry.