Emerging as one of the fast-growing artists on the scene right now, Florida’s B3XX is back with her infectious brand of timeless soul on the new single ‘Solar Plexus’.
Capturing a wonderfully warm and alluring atmosphere for her latest outing, ‘Solar Plexus’ stands as one of her more passionate efforts to date. So with the track out and about, we sat down with her to find out more about her background and what inspires her most.
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Can you tell us a bit about your musical background and how you got started in music?
I’ve been singing ever since I can remember. My dad was a bass player back in the 70’s, so I grew up with him teaching me chords on the piano & singing covers of my favorite songs. But I didn’t start writing my own music until I was about 18, and recorded my first record at 21.
Who are some of your biggest musical influences, both past and present?
Some of my biggest musical influences are Ariana Grande, Adele, Cleo Sol, Sade, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey & that’s honestly just scratching the surface.
Are there any specific artists or bands that have had a significant impact on your music style or approach?
Oh absolutely, I’ve always had a deep love for soul music, so that has had a huge impact on my vocal style. For this project specifically though, I was listening to a lot of uplifting artists like Cleo Sol, Erykah Badu & Sade. I really let the music flow through me on this project & wanted it to sound how being in love feels.
Could you share any memorable moments or experiences that have shaped your musical journey so far?
I’ve had a pretty wild journey so far in my music career. My story is not unique, as many artists have experienced being taken advantage of in this industry. But I did go through an experience of my own with a group of people that sold me a dream they couldn’t fulfill. In retrospect, I wouldn’t be who I am today without going through that experience. It taught me self confidence, independence, playing smart, and understanding that I am capable of absolutely anything I put my mind to. My own resilience even surprised me, as most people would’ve given up after going through what I experienced. God gave me this gift of music, it was just a matter of me learning the best way to use it.
How do you express your personal experiences and identity through your music?
I try to be as transparent as possible in my music, and now that you know a bit of my story, I’m sure some of the tracks may make more sense to you now. I’m more of a cup half full type of person, so even if I’m conveying a negative experience, I’ll always present the silver-lining through my music.
Have you faced any challenges or obstacles as a female musician, and if so, how have you overcome them?
I love this question – the things that women experience in this industry are very very real. Being beautiful, talented and pure of heart are a gift and a curse in the music industry. My best advice to other women chasing their dreams – find your self confidence, be sure that nobody believes in you, more than you. Pray for discernment, pay attention enough to notice the difference between people’s intentions – a lot of people will see you as an opportunity for themselves. Finally, surround yourself with a team that has your best interest at heart. A team that you can trust will guide you in the right direction.
Are there any particular themes or messages that you aim to convey through your music?
I truly want to inspire people to step into their light. There’s so much music out there that’s subconsciously bringing us down, and I don’t want to make music that weighs heavy on someone’s spirit. I want my music to help listeners reveal truths about themselves & dig deeper on who they are/what they’ve been through. In turn, helping them feel lighter and more open to what life has to offer.
Can you talk about your creative process and how you go about writing and producing your music?
Prior to pursuing music full time, so many artists find themselves working multiple jobs while trying to chase their dream. I was also one of those people, and I would say the hardest part is finding the balance between what you have to do vs what you want to do. While writing this project, I only worked with beats/production where lyrics & melodies came super naturally for me. I wanted it to be as organic as possible, so that I could truly enjoy making music again. Thinking too hard can sometimes cause art to be robotic & I wanted to avoid that so that the listener could vibe out!
How do you hope your music will resonate with your audience, especially with other aspiring female musicians?
I hope my music inspires, calms, enlightens & comforts my audience/fellow musicians. I want all of the aspiring artists out there so stay true to their art no matter what. Trust that the listeners will come, the money will come, your hard work will pay off & God will provide as long as you stay true to your character & beliefs.
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Listen to B3XX’s ‘Solar Plexus’ below.