How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My sound is a blend of groove-driven House, Hous tech with some afro elements, and melodic textures. It’s very much about creating a journey, building tension, releasing energy, and shaping an atmosphere that feels immersive and emotional, not just rhythmic!My goal is for both the mind and body of the audience to travel and be moved, physically and emotionally, through the experience.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music seriously?
I always had a strong connection with music. From the age of three, I started classical piano lessons, and by the age of ten, I was already writing my first songs. After graduating from the University in Musicology, it became clear to me that music would always be a fundamental part of my life.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
I grew up in a musical environment, which naturally shaped the way I listen to and understand music from an early age.Beyond that, my influences come from everyday life, travel, different cultures, human connection, and those raw, unfiltered moments that carry real emotion. All of these elements find their way into my sound and the way I shape a journey.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
Living between different places and cultures has shaped my sound a lot. It’s influenced the organic, ethnic, and emotional elements in my music and how I approach building a set as a journey.
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
It usually starts with a feeling or a groove. Many times, the process begins at the piano, as I believe the melodic element is the first thing that truly touches someone. From there, I build the right groove to support and elevate that emotion.I then layer sounds, experimenting with synths, vocals, and textures until a full atmosphere is created. Finally, I refine everything with the live experience in mind, always thinking about how it will translate and connect with the audience in a set.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
Finding balance,between creating, performing, and pushing forward consistently, while staying true to my identity and not getting lost in trends.At the same time, any obstacles that come my way, I choose to see them as opportunities for growth and evolution, both as an artist and as a person.
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
When I started seeing real reactions from the crowd—people connecting, dancing, and fully feeling the set—that’s when I realized this could grow into something meaningful. At the same time, developing my hybrid live set with Korg synthesizers, vocals, and DJing felt like a turning point. I believed it truly represented me and could be an interesting contribution to electronic music, but I could only confirm that once I experienced it live in front of an audience, and when I did, the response made it clear I was on the right path.
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I always start from what feels real to me. Growth follows when the connection is genuine, so I focus on building something honest rather than chasing attention.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
Connection, movement, tension and release, and that feeling of being part of something bigger, almost a spiritual or collective experience. I’m also drawn to the quieter moments before the tension builds, where emotion feels more exposed; sometimes even sadness can lead to the creation of the most beautiful and honest melodies.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
My hybrid approach, combining DJing with live synthesizers, edits, and vocals, alongside my own productions. It creates a more personal and evolving performance each time.
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
My original tracks feel the most personal, especially when I integrate them into my sets. They represent my sound and identity in a very direct way! What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?I’ve learned to trust my instinct more and to be confident in my sound. The more I share, the more I understand what truly represents me.
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
Someone who blends tech and electronic elements in a deep way, artists who focus on atmosphere and storytelling as much as the groove, because that’s where I feel most connected creatively.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Listeners can expect more electronic music with tech and melodic influences, combined with my signature groove and live elements. I aim to bring fresh ideas into my sound, along with familiar elements reimagined with a new energy and form.It’s music that speaks both to the soul and the body, just as I approach my sets, blending emotion with rhythm. Whether you’re in your car or at a festival, the goal is to create a feeling that moves you and a groove that truly shakes you!
Introduce yourself to people not familiar with your career so far.
My name is Neda Zehra, and I’m a singer, songwriter, international fashion model, performer, author, and CEO of Neda Zehra Model & Co. based in the United States. I’ve spent most of my life in front of the camera as a professional model, working in fashion shows and publications around the world.
Music became the space where I could finally express the deeper parts of myself. It’s where I feel spiritually connected and aligned.
My sound blends pop, a little R&B, Bollywood influence, and feminine empowerment energy. My latest release, “Call Me Tina,” introduces my alter ego Tina. A character was born during a time when I was rebuilding myself after life had broken me down.
Everything I create is about transformation, confidence, and reminding people that they have the power to rewrite their own story.
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How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My sound lives somewhere between confident pop, sultry R&B, and powerful feminine energy. It’s music that makes you feel bold, a little rebellious, and completely in your power while also being inspirational.
I love blending catchy hooks with attitude and storytelling. My songs often feel like stepping into a character like my alter ego Tina who represents the fearless version of myself that emerged after rebuilding my life.
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When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music seriously?
Music was always something I loved privately. As a child I wrote poetry and lyrics, but I didn’t pursue it seriously until a few years ago when I realized how powerful music was as a form of healing and expression.
After going through personal challenges and rebuilding my life as a single mother and entrepreneur, I found myself writing constantly. The songs began to feel like messages I needed to share not just something for myself.
That’s when I realized music wasn’t just a hobby. It was part of my purpose.
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Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
Musically, I’ve always been drawn to strong performers who combine confidence, performance, and storytelling. I grew up listening to artists like Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, the Spice Girls, the Pussycat Dolls, Eminem, Elvis Presley, and Michael Jackson. They each brought something powerful to the stage not just music, but presence and identity.
Outside of music, my biggest influences are my children and my life experiences. Being a mother, building businesses, and navigating difficult moments in life taught me resilience and strength. That perspective naturally shows up in my music and the stories I tell.
My music producer Steve Miglorie and music distributor Robert Schwartz have also played a huge role in my journey. From the moment I stepped into the studio, they believed in me and my vision. That kind of support can change everything for an artist. Their belief pushed me to take my music seriously and trust my voice. Steve in particular has always encouraged me to stay authentic and show the real version of myself as an artist.
My professional backup dancers have also been an incredibly important part of my journey. Many of them are professional dancers and cheerleaders from major sports teams, and working together created something really special. Over time we became more than collaborators, we became family. They are like sisters to me. They bring so much energy, joy, and support into my life, and they always show up believing in me. A group that understood me and my dream.
A huge shoutout to a few of the incredible women who have been part of this journey: Ria Troilo, Angelica Bua, Peyton Smith, Emily Pelletier, Paige DeAngelo, Ashley Hillis, Marissa Danielle, Ashlynn Widger, and Emily Yi, along with so many others dancers who have performed with me. Thank you. I’m incredibly grateful for them all. My shows truly wouldn’t be the same without these amazing women.
I’m also deeply inspired by the larger creative community that surrounds my work, my models who continue to believe in my vision, the designers who help create the glamorous looks I wear on stage, the DJs who bring new energy and inspiration into performances , make up artists and hairstylists who make me feel sexy and the photographers and content creators who capture the moments and help bring the visual side of my artistry to life. Most important my family and friends !
And finally, my soul sister Sara Rizvi has always been one of my biggest role models and my biggest cheerleaders. Since I was young she has always believed that I was meant for big things. Her belief in me has been a constant reminder to keep pushing forward and never stop chasing my dreams. Thank you for always believing in me.
All of these people the ones who believed in me, supported me, and helped shape my journey are part of the creative energy that fuels everything I do.
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How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
My background shapes everything I create.
I’m an American Muslim woman who has gone through many transformations from difficult relationships to rebuilding my life independently while raising my children.
Those experiences taught me about strength, rebirth, and self-worth. When I write music, I’m not just writing lyrics , I’m channeling moments of growth, pain, healing, and empowerment.
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Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
Everything usually starts with a feeling or concept.
Sometimes it’s a phrase that pops into my head, sometimes it’s an emotion or moment I experienced. From there I start writing melodies and lyrics, often building a character or perspective around the idea.
Once the song is written, I work closely with producers to shape the sound. After that, I think about the visual world of the song, the performance, aesthetic, and storytelling. For me, music isn’t just audio. It’s a full creative experience.
For example, “Call Me Tina” actually started from a photoshoot.
At the time I was going through a difficult period in my life and felt completely lost. My hair had been damaged from constant dyeing and I didn’t feel like myself anymore. The creative director of the shoot told me she had a look in mind and brought a wig for me to wear.
The moment I put on that wig something shifted. I suddenly felt confident again. I felt beautiful. I felt like I could see myself again , my inner child and the version of me that had been missing.
It felt like my spirit was reborn. That’s when I named her Tina.
People assumed it was inspired by Tina Turner, and eventually I embraced that connection because she represents strength and reinvention.
That wig ended up traveling with me everywhere such as Mexico, Canada, London, New York, Vegas, and Miami. My friends started wearing it too, and it became a fun trend. During COVID people even bought the wig for their Zoom meetings and jokingly called themselves Tina.
Then one Halloween I was with friends wearing the wig again and felt so happy. I realized , why isn’t there a song about this? That’s when “Call Me Tina” was born.
Everyone who knows me understands when Tina shows up — it means confidence, freedom, and stepping fully into yourself.
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What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
One of the biggest challenges has been learning how to navigate the music industry while building everything independently.
Funding projects, creating visuals, and promoting music requires a lot of work and resources. But those challenges also made me stronger and more creative. They forced me to wear many hats artist, creative director, entrepreneur and build my vision from the ground up.
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What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
Performing and seeing the audience connect with the music in real time was a huge moment for me.
When people start singing your lyrics back to you or telling you that your song made them feel stronger or seen, that’s when you realize music has real impact.
That’s when it stopped feeling like a dream and started feeling like a real path.
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How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
For me authenticity always comes first.
If the music is real and the story is honest, the right audience will find it. Of course I think about visibility and reaching more people, but I never want to lose the core of who I am as an artist.
Growth should amplify your voice not change it.
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What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
A lot of my music centers around rebirth, confidence, independence, and feminine power.
I love telling stories about transformation, the moment when someone decides they’re no longer going to shrink themselves for the world.
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What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
I think what sets me apart is the combination of my life experience and my creative world.
I’ve spent years working in fashion, performance, and visual storytelling as an international model and performer. Because of that background, when I create music it naturally expands beyond just the song, it becomes a full artistic vision with visuals, performance, and storytelling.
Also, my journey into music came after a lot of real life experience. I didn’t step into this industry straight out of childhood. I’ve lived through transformation, challenges, rebuilding my life, and learning who I really am. That life experience gives my music a deeper perspective and authenticity that people can feel.
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Is there a song, project, or piece of work of yours that feels especially personal to you? Why?
“Call Me Tina” is extremely personal to me.
Tina represents the version of myself that emerged after rebuilding my life. She’s confident, bold, and unapologetic. The song is about stepping into that power and not letting anyone define who you are.
In many ways, Tina is the woman I had to become to survive and grow.
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What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
I’ve learned that vulnerability can actually be a strength.
Sharing music means sharing parts of yourself, and that can feel scary. But I’ve also seen how honesty creates connection. When people relate to something you’ve created, it reminds you that art has the power to bring people together.
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If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
I would love to collaborate with Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, or Eminem.
They represent confidence, individuality, and evolution not only as artists but also as entrepreneurs. They’ve built entire creative worlds around their artistry, and I admire that.
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What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Listeners can expect bold energy, powerful visuals, and music that makes people feel confident and unstoppable.
I’m excited to continue expanding the world around Tina and bringing listeners deeper into that energy , music that celebrates transformation, independence, and stepping fully into who you’re meant to be.
More than anything, I want people to walk away from my music feeling empowered. I want them to understand that no matter what they’ve been through, they have the power to recreate themselves and rewrite their story as long as they believe in themselves.
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
I can say I have a smooth soulful vibe with some jig to it. Laid back type of music and definitely club and rnb vibes i got as well but I truly know I have other styles also im versatile on different elements of music.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
I’ve been always doing my own lil recording when I was younger from tape recording to recording in my computer in my bedroom when my mom brought me a lil home studio and learned how to burn music on CDs and went out side selling my music for 5 or 10 dollars with no cover just my signature and Myspace info and I was broke as hell but those tapes out lil money in my pocket started going to the real studio and still broke and my first official showcase was in NYC with coast2coast broke as hell struggling but still kept grinding even times I almost gave up I realized this is what I do.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
My influence in music was the 90s and 2000s era period music was more authentic. And learned ways to make lil noise for myself and that gave me a push to believe in myself. Outside of music was my reality every day struggle life itself the hood and how hood can be so ghetto that gave me the whole vision helped me with my creativity that influenced me to wanna be someone and not just with music but period.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
When you come from a povest background and ya neighbors might be the dope house and seeing police do funny and harassing type of activity and being black in situations schools janky just all the easy ways to lead a young person to failure when you use that to create art with a passion and use what’s in yo ghetto or hoods to visual art you come up with some fire most artist best videos was putting urban minorities doing they thing so I can say stuff like that makes my creativity come to light
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
I’ve been doing songs really and just sitting on them knowing all songs recorded some won’t get always the idea song to the project so I feel like when truly ready and I have my official solid sound I’ll be releasing singles until I’m album ready I truly can be album ready now with the songs I have. I feel like it’s more than I can put into honestly so say this project is finished and I’m confident about it. The projects I’m working on will be from the heart and will take time. Cuz they gone be touching many subjects but I still wanna keep us having a good time with it as well.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
the biggest challenges I faced was the process and the trails and tribulations becoming an artist facing daily life and people can’t really hurt you on your way up. I’ve been threw a lot growing up and experiencimg messed up traumas coming up no matter if it’s family fake friends hood conspiracy that lead to other issues so much as happened coming up or trying to come up it’s cold out here so do my best to stay warm nowadays and a lil more stress free.it ain’t easy tho feel me.
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
It’s easy being authentic for me that was how I grew up from moms dad grandmother and grandfathers we was raised by authentic ppl the authentic real old school values way. So it’s in my DNA I’m real to myself cuz it was a time I wasn’t to myself but I am now much more. I got goals to stand by and accomplish. I’m motivated and been so ambitious for so long it’s gonna keep me going. My vision has purpose i wanna pursue.that keeps me going knowing I can’t fail myself or families.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
The themes and emotions truly come from the song itself and the vibe of the beat before I make the song so really back on the topic the beat the vibes. The theme come from what vibe I’m in my emotions can be happy sad dark angry spiritual political fun or wanna party so it comes from all that just depends on what theme or emotions I’m in.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
What sets me apart from other artist is the struggle my structure and mindset. My music is me and done to make you feel inspired or have a good time or think I also kick some knowledge and something for the youth we all deserve to here somethings to make us think understand teach us what we don’t know or need to know. Yea it’s about money but it’s so much bigger than that with me. Cuz making music just to get paid is the purpose also but it does take a away some creativity and I don’t wanna do that so yea I’m different and I hit different. Plus I’m still athletic.
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
Everything I do special to me but mostly songs about life or the truth about society are my most special material.
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
What I’ve learned about myself is that I matured and grew a lot I’ve gained more knowledge about the business and what I was doing wrong to learn what’s right. Also to never give up and put God first I am who I say I am i realize I’m her.
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
I love to collaborate with Jeezy papoose Connie big the plug big krit slimthug young ma asap rocky so many I can name.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
So my viewers can expect me being me expecting that good vibe feel good music that’s last next year I’m still playing cause burn outs don’t exist in my catalog expect a good time with real. I’m coming with a new element.
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My voice has a combination of sounds and pitch’s I Really know how to change my voice to every sound of a beat
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
Music has been apart and around me my whole life I been rapping since I was 9 years old it was sumthin I was always good at
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
I Always been a tru fan of the culture everything about hiphop/rap and R&B influenced me and outside of music is my state of South Carolina we have so much talent down here that deserves to be heard and seen I’m just trying to make my son proud and put my state on the right way
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
It plays a very big part because my music is my therapy so I cope with my pain and struggles through music so I never mind going through things in life because it always gives me sumthin to say
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
It’s simple I plan it out in my head then I strategically form it to my reality through music I start gathering beats I like then I get to work and I try to make a song for all thoughts of music.so by the time you get through the tape everybody has a song for them not just one genre
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
Trying to be a big artist in a small state being from South Carolina where known for so much bad and wrong things that sometimes the good music and talented artists get overlooked
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
A few years back I through my own concert booked a venue myself promoted myself and the crowd turn out was love that was when I realized it’s not about who ain’t supporting you but about the people who is supporting my family and fans really keep me going
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I balance it by not letting what other people is doing stop what I’m doin just cause someone starts off the race in front of you don’t always mean they gone finish the race in front of you just keep a good pace you’ll eventually get where your trying to be
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
I have always use my everyday life or people’s lives around me I’m really from a place where you don’t make it out so just seeing my people in poverty is enough emotions to find for anybody trying to win in life
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
I’m not trying to be somebody I’m not I’ve learned over the years in this rap game that it comes with a lot of gimmicks and perception everything ain’t always what it seems and everybody ain’t who you think they is my music is me and I am my music I AM WHAT I AM and never trying to be something ain’t so real humble authenticity is what separates me from a lot of artists
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
I would have to say the tape i dropped last year called “MEMORIES” it was the first tape I did since my big brother had passed away who was also managing me at the time he was with me my whole career and i actually had voice recordings of him that I used as skits throughout the tape
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
That the vision I have for myself can really come true if It’s heard or seen by the right people and the team behind you is very important have people around that really wants to see you win but also want to win for themselves
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
I would say “belly gang kushington”bro be talking that talk that I be talking I just know we would make a banger
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Real good music and I mean real good music my new tape just dropped called “I AM WHAT I AM”
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
Easy going easy to old school type hip hop style Afrobeats
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
When I was very young watching tv when I seen jay-z ja rule dmx doing it
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
Jay-z dmx people coming from nothing projects the bottom of the bottom and making it to the top
What story or message are you most passionate about telling through your work?
I want show that no matter your situations you can make a living for yourself doesn’t matter if you went to jail doesn’t matter you on projects you can make something of yourself
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
My family coming Jamaica with nothing wearing same shoes and clothes for days so I was driven to make it in life make something of myself.
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
Is listening to different music listening and watching movies
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The money getting funds to make and market is biggest thing people aren’t listening to you nobody caring
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
When I meet a big time producer at movie premiere I knew it would be big
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
Just being myself not fake not trying be something I’m not
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
Of sadness happiness feelings of love
How do you handle creative blocks or moments of self-doubt?
I talk to other people go out to lounge listen to music and play pool
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
My drive my fame of mind just keeping pushing like lifting weights
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
Yes Afrobeats max wilder and lil geezy max wilder has amazing song so I feel really great about that years of hardwork
How do you connect with your fans, and what do they mean to you at this stage of your career?
Tiktok online Instagram
What role does social media play in your artistic journey?
A lot I watch Instagram and TikTok and see what us next
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
yes love sharing public see what people think how can I adjust or hear the advice
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
Burner boy any artist that want make heart felt songs
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Afrobeats music is showing emotions love
Where do you see yourself creatively and professionally in the next few years?
platinum selling records and doing records with top selling artists in the business
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
Smooth, emotional R&B with a late-night vibes, and real-life love stories. music made for slow rides, dim lights, and people who really feel their music.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
At 13 years old
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
Music Wise Chris Brown, Micheal Jackson, Teddy Pendergrass, Marvin Gaye, Temptations
Outside Of Music My Mom, Late Dad, Older Brother, My Wife &2 Kids
What story or message are you most passionate about telling through your work?
Love is not Dead Its A Vibe
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
My personal life shapes everything I create. I draw directly from real experiences love, heartbreak, growth, and the lessons that come from relationships and everyday life. I don’t try to force records, I let the emotion lead and build the music around how I actually feel in the moment. My background taught me to value honesty and vulnerability, so when I’m in the studio, I’m really just telling my truth in melody. That’s what makes the music connect
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
My process starts with a real emotion or moment. I find the melody first, then build the lyrics around the feeling while it’s still fresh. I record quickly to capture the energy, then refine the words and vocals until it feels honest and complete. If it doesn’t feel real, it’s not done.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The biggest challenge has been staying patient and consistent while building everything from the ground up. Learning to trust the process, finding the right team, and balancing creativity with the business side hasn’t always been easy. But those challenges pushed me to grow, sharpen my sound, and stay focused on the long-term vision instead
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
There was a moment when I started seeing people genuinely connect to the music singing the words back, sharing how the songs matched what they were going through. That’s when it clicked for me that this was bigger than just making records. Real connection made me realize this could turn into something special.
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I stay authentic by always leading with my truth and my sound, no matter the size of the platform. Growth and visibility matter, but I don’t chase trends that don’t feel like me. I focus on making music that’s real first, then finding smart ways to put it in front of more people without compromising who I am.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
I keep coming back to themes of love, vulnerability, and emotional growth. I’m inspired by real relationships the highs, the flaws, and the lessons in between. Those emotions are universal, and I try to capture them in a way that feels intimate and relatable every time.
How do you handle creative blocks or moments of self-doubt?
When I hit creative blocks or self-doubt, I step back and reconnect with real life instead of forcing it. I listen to music that inspires me, like oldies that real love, reflect on my experiences, and remind myself why I started. Those moments usually turn into fuel I come back clearer, more focused, and ready to create again.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
What sets me apart is my ability to blend emotion with control. I focus on feeling just as much as delivery making records that are honest, polished, and intentional. I’m not trying to sound like what’s trending; I’m building a sound that connects deeply and lasts
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
Yes—every project has pieces of me, but there’s one song that really hits close to home. It’s about real love and heartbreak I’ve experienced, the kind of moments that stay with you. Writing it was like telling my story honestly, without holding back, and when I hear it, I’m reminded of where I came from and why I make music in the first place. Title of the song: Heart Of A Man
How do you connect with your fans, and what do they mean to you at this stage of your career?
I connect with my fans by being real sharing my stories, emotions, and the ups and downs behind the music. At this stage, they mean everything to me. Every comment, message, or someone singing along reminds me that my music is making a real impact, and that support keeps me motivated to keep growing.
What role does social media play in your artistic journey?
Social media is a tool, but it doesn’t define me. It helps me share my music, connect with fans, and show the behind-the-scenes of my journey. I try to use it in a way that’s authentic sharing my art and my story
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
Since sharing my music publicly, I’ve learned that I’m more resilient and patient than I realized. I’ve also discovered how much I value honesty both in my music and in how I show up for my fans. Putting myself out there has taught me to trust my voice and embrace my Art
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
Right now, I’d love to collaborate with Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, or Fridayy. Chris for his legendary vocals and energy, Bryson for his smooth, emotional storytelling, and Fridayy for the fresh, melodic vibe he brings. Working with any of them would push me creatively and help me bring my music to a whole new level.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Listeners can expect real, emotional songs with smooth melodies and storytelling you can feel. My upcoming releases will show growth, honesty, and a mix of vibes from slow, intimate tracks to more energetic, catchy records. Every song is meant to connect and leave an impression.
Where do you see yourself creatively and professionally in the next few years
Creatively, I see myself pushing my sound even further—experimenting with melodies, storytelling, and emotions in new ways. Professionally, I want to be recognized as a major R&B artist with a loyal fanbase, consistently releasing music that connects with people and leaves a lasting impact. My goal is to grow while staying true to who I am.
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My music is like riding an elevator and all of a sudden the power goes out.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
I knew I really wanted to do this shit since I was 13 and started at 15 actually recording.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
Everything I sense has an impact on me and my music
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
My creativity flows from the different test that time has thrown me
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
I may be just out side having a smoke n the random activity around me because the heart beat of the person next to me or a tick from a can continuously being ran over or even the cough of someone is taken into thought and put to wax
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The biggest challenge and I think main challenge of this and every ones career is proper representation and promotion
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
Everytime I hear something new I’ve completed
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
Just being real having fun and pushing positivity while being G
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
I haven’t started yet this box is definitely deep I don’t even know the bottom
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
The no feelings/ homage to lil Wayne mixtape is I think one of my favorites only because of the personal experience of making it and the memories of the times
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
It’s no balance… I just continue to be 100 with my own self and that makes everything else real
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
If I could collab I would definitely want à lil Wayne collab but even la Russel or Duke Duce would be dope U can collab with anyone Wich sux to have to pick
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Just expect to be amazed and know that I’m very different and diverse before you here one or two song n try to box me
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My sound is all over but I would mostly describe myself as a 90s hip-hop theme.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
I first realized I wanted to pursue music seriously was when I left my first College in 2016.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
My biggest influencer is rapper Playboi Carti and basketball star LeBron James.
What story or message are you most passionate about telling through your work?
The story I am most passionate about telling is how I came up on a rough side of town and was able to beat that statistic of not making it but actually making it.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
I know I am creative and I carry that in the way I dress, talk, and appear on society. My background is fully tailored to me and no one can use my story. My background gives me leverage on my creativity and unique story telling. My viewpoints are legit.
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
I start off my creative process by jotting down ideas by brainstorming. When I fully come up with a finished project it is circled and I have an outline explaining what it entails.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The biggest challenge I face as an emerging artist is staying consistent when life gets tough and staying on top of my hopes and dreams.
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
I know that artist need recognition and if I want to be seen and recognized as a superstar, I have to make steps towards that goal. This can change my display as an artist and this could boost my credibility.
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I try to stay true to my authentic self as much as possible. If I have to grow, I will definitely gear towards that goal. If I have to try new things I am open to it, but staying authentic is always ideal.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
The themes that I find myself returning to in my work is happiness and being optimistic. Music is very therapeutic and I do not waste time getting angry. There may be some sad songs or sometimes anger, but I tend to stay happy and optimistic.
How do you handle creative blocks or moments of self-doubt?
I tend to push through creative blocks and moments of self-doubt. It can be rough and challenging but finishing the project is always the ideal goal.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
I tend to utilize other artist methods and incorporate them in my own work. However, I tend to utilize every single detail of my lifestyle and put it in my work. How legit can I really be?
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
I think all my work is personal to me because I talk about my true authentic self. I will say that I really like the song College. I remember writing it down and preparing for school and every work and rhyme coming out naturally. I did not look up any words and do any sampling, I just wrote what came to heart.
How do you connect with your fans, and what do they mean to you at this stage of your career?
I really don’t connect with my fans but I see them on social media. Fan support is everything and they will help you learn and grow. Pay attention to comments they could really be true. One on ones are great too; Actually talking to the fans and getting advice is always ideal as a developing superstar. Know what the market likes and know what the market do not like.
What role does social media play in your artistic journey?
Social media plays an important role in my artist journey. This is how most businesses grow on. Everything is digital. I want to grow from there and continue to expand. If 41% of sales come from Instagram I will grow from there. If 31% of sales come from Facebook, I will grow from there.
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
I knew that I can make money off my music once I found a streaming platform. I knew I did not have to rap for free anymore. I knew that I had to stay consistent and keep my account growing consistently. If that means dropping music consistently, I will do so. If that means signing a deal I will do. You can do this on social media because social media makes yourself public.
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
If I could collab with any artist it would be Playboi Carti because of his smooth personality flashy fashionable lifestyle matches my characteristics. I like money, fashion, and women. He raps about that a lot and he believes in my lifestyle. We can learn and grow together.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Listeners and viewers can expect growth and development. A realistic lifestyle and long-term story telling. I came up with what I had and what I am going to do to continue to grow with it. My word play will be stronger, my voice will be more pungent, and my music will have a sense of urgency. My upcoming releases will be superb.
Where do you see yourself creatively and professionally in the next few years
I see myself signing a deal and making more tracks than I ever have. I want to do more radio show interviews and obtain a lot of features. I want to meet my favorite music superstars and hopefully do business with them. I want to push towards a Grammy and selling out shows.
How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My sound is melodic sound that include a radio vibe.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
I was around 15 or 16 years old when I first started but I’ve always loved music of course but when I wanted to actually wanted to pursue Music I was around 18 or 19 years old I was getting good feedback from people know but now that I’m older I’m getting feedback back from independent artist and also music producers in the music industry.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
My music influences are NBA YoungBoy Wiz Khalifa.
What story or message are you most passionate about telling through your work?
I love telling about my life and what I’ve been through and also I love talking about my mom my parents and my music and family also my friends and people who are used to be cool with, but I’m not cool with anymore.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
Basically, the struggle I’ve been through and how far I came till now
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
Yes, so I would listen to a beat. I like it within the first 30 seconds or five to it. That’s when I decide to you know come up with a concept or idea that I’m gonna talk about whether it’s the beat of the title of the beat or just something I’m going through at the time that matches the title of the beat or anything like that so I do punch in. I do write my own music and I also produce my own music.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The biggest challenge of face is marketing that is the biggest thing I promote everything myself on social media all that, but I feel like my promotion could be better also too
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
When bigger artist or independent artist that’s in a music industry and also producers that started DM on Instagram
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I feel like my balance is staying authentic It is just to be yourself and not caring about what anyone else is gonna think because it’s people that’s not gonna like your music but the people who do love your community. That’s all that matters really cause they’re gonna be our fans forever.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
Things are emotions I find returning in my work is like I said before going through the struggle just having a life lesson lessons and putting it into my music because someone is gonna relate to it whether they like it or not
How do you handle creative blocks or moments of self-doubt?
Basically, I take a break for a little bit from me and then come back and see what I can turn into my emotions how I’m feeling at that time
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
I feel like a lot of people talk about the same thing they don’t really talk about real stuff. Yeah they talk about stuff they doing, but it’s only gonna last so long. It’s not gonna be forever because you can talk about something for 3 or 4 years people gonna like it a lot of people wanna like it at the time, but later on in the future is gonna get old
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
I feel like all my songs feel personal to me because I take it serious. You know I love music. I’ve always loved music a lot of people love music, but do you really love music and why because it’s just a feeling that you get in your gut and you’re in your heart.
How do you connect with your fans, and what do they mean to you at this stage of your career?
Fans mean everything to me because we’re out damn you wouldn’t be anything or even have a name or people to vibe with your music.
What role does social media play in your artistic journey?
Social media pays a big part because it on social media. You really can’t let your real fans are authentic for fans. See your content and see how you grow with your music.
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
I’m learning that I am going and getting better with my music every time I make a song that plays I made a part in my today’s life
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
I would like to collaborate with either Wiz Khalifa, or a young boy because I feel like I can really make a big impact and see what I can create and let my fans or fans. I don’t know. I have to see what type of work ethic or work I can give to them
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
They can expect more growth and more contentAnd just being me
Where do you see yourself creatively and professionally in the next few years.
I see myself creatively and professionally working with bigger artists that’s bigger than me.That’s been in the game for a long time And to basically own my own label one day And also performing on big stages
