#UsingMyInfluence
These artists are committed to using their voices and their platform to speak up about senseless violence among our youth and the underlying issues that often lead to violence. With the realization that youth violence does not exist in a vacuum, tragically it is often the end result of many factors. Click on each artist’s page to view their Instagram account.
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to speak up about Education Inequality & Girl Empowerment.
Tsebiyah, Singer/Songwriter, Actress, Writer, Poet
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to advocate for the introvert, late bloomers, & for families dealing with brain injuries and mental disorders.
Foushée, Singer/Songwriter, The Voice 2018, A Song For Life Ambassador
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to speak up about eating disorders/Mental illness.
TomBoy Vocalist, Model
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to advocate for educational access & opportunities for youth around the world.
Thiago Singer/Songwriter
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to speak up about social and political injustices.
JUSTNCASE, Singer/Songwriter
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to speak up about youth violence, sensible gun laws & autism.
Tyrik Ballard, Singer, Songwriter, Actor
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to leverage music as the weapon to destroy all that seeks to destroy our lives.
Sheldon A. Clarke, Singer/Songwriter
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to speak up about the global mental health crisis.
Monique Baines, Singer, Educator & Voice Therapy Specialist
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around the world to increase self-awareness & self-positivity through original music. Also through my anti-bullying school tour, and my work with cancer patients & their families around the United States with my Donation for Daddy Foundation’s BeYOUtiful Tour.
Veroncia Kole, Singer/Song Writer
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to speak up about child sexual abuse & traumatic brain injuries.
Cie (Cindy Thomas), Vocalist, Pianist, Actress
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to amplify the voices of Black women & to promote holistic healing within our communities. I am building my platform to represent, empower, champion & advocate for marginalized people who deal with erasure, discrimination & neglect.
Juanita Constantine~ Singer/Model
“Activism flows through my veins as strongly as artistry does that mix is who I am & the more I rallied for the important causes of our world, the less tolerance I had for any
pushback. My involvement in social justice doesn’t downplay my musicianship, it enhances it.”
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to make the truth the truth again.
Raheam Adres, Rapper, Poet, Singer/Songwriter
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for Women’s Empowerment.
RYELLE, Singer/Songwriter
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to fight against & speak up about sex trafficking.
Elle Renee, Singer/Songwriter
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to speak up about gun violence & to speak up about bullying.
LonDon Sarell, Singer, Actress, fashion designer
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through my music to spiritually uplift individuals to help find out what it is to be loved & to love themselves.
Kobie, Singer & Songwriter
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for all the good girls in a bad girl’s world & to increase more representation for Asian artists.
Sheena Sakai, Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Model
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to empower others to be unapologetically themselves.
Alexis Rondon, Singer, Songwriter, Poet, Saxaphonist
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to the change the landscape of the music business for artists who are not receiving their fair share from the work they create.
Alex Maddigan, Singer & Songwriter
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to inspire those who are from the small towns & forgotton areas across the world who have a desire for greatness.
Samuel Swanson, Singer/Songwriter, American Idol 2017, Apollo 2018
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to change the entire music scene. I want to bring back the meaning of love to music & expand the charming, beautiful & original sound of the past. My goal is to bring back the work done by the greatest artists such as Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, George Michael. I want to bring back the love. I feel the music has lost its soul.
Massimiliano Cims, Singer/Songwriter
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to inspire homeless youth to never give up!
Hollywood Anderson, Singer, Songwriter, guitarist, American Idol-Season 14
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to promote individuality and being yourself. I was fortunate enough to fall in love with the performing arts which led me to learn more about myself. I want to use my platform to give kids the opportunities that I had so that they can become their best selves.
Piff Marti, Rapper, Poet, Playwright, Actor
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to be an advocate for the truth tellers. As a Comedian, I understand the value of being able to freely speak your mind, especially when speaking out against the injustices and the most problematic issues in our community.
Alex Babbitt, Comedian/Singer/Writer, as seen on HBO’S “ All Def Comedy”
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to celebrate & encourage those who are born differently.
Prince Albert, Vocalist, Songwriter
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to encourage others to be strong and confident within themselves, the person who Yahweh made. Encouraging others to live by love and not by fear. To wake up, and follow their dreams <3
Sam Champagne, Singer/Songwriter
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to pay homage to our elders who created this field that we love and to pave new futures with all that I have learned. It is our responsibility to never forget the craft & the mastery of entertainment, purpose or community.
Tyla McCray, Singer/Songwriter/Rapper
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to inspire and motivate the youth to pursue & follow their dreams.
RA-SHWN, Artist, Songwriter, Videographer
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Being a U.S. Navy veteran, I’ve seen a side of depression that is different than most. As a Black man, it was like being in world that you know you have been to before but you don’t know your way around. Those experiences have led me to use my artistry to be an advocate for mental health and mental health research.
Will Ferdinand, Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Vocal Producer
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to advocate for teenage mental health and social injustice.
Nia Monet, Singer/Songwriter
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to inspire , educate, and empower our youth not only through music but through the proven application of dedication, discipline & consistency.
Jamell Nyt, Vocalist, Guitarist, Songwriter, Producer, Engineer
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to promote equality among people of all kinds & walks of life.
Michael Wingate, Singer/Songwriter
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to increase Asian artist representation in today’s music & to build confidence in young girls.
Sarah Choi, Vocalist
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to bring awareness to conflict-plagued regions in Africa & the Middle East. I was born in Eritrea & I have always been interested in peace & diplomacy in the horn of Africa. This is what I ultimately hope to facilitate through my music; peace- building and cross-cultural understanding in war-torn areas.
Layla, vocalist, songwriter, MPA Graduate, Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs.
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to continue & broaden the conversation around the definition of beauty.
Tito, Model, Singer
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to be a testament to the power of courage and faith- with that you can achieve all your dreams.
SOUTH, Singer, Songwriter
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as an instrument to encourage, relate, uplift and heal through song and story…no topic untouched.
Allyson Casado, Singer/Songwriter/Music Educator
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to spread light by uplifting & disrupting. Uplifting is simply putting out messages & vibrations that lighten the load of life, and providing the option to experience joy in all circumstances. Disrupting is putting out messages that challenge my listeners to think differently, beyond the current norms. There is a lot of darkness in the world of music & entertainment which I believe contributes to the serious mental health issues our youth are facing. This negative messaging & imagery can weaken a person’s ability to see beyond their hard times. I use my platform to combat this. I write & talk about my personal experiences in a vulnerable way with the desire to encourage and support my listeners through their own. I share how I overcome difficult times and the insights i’ve gained through them. Above all, I strive to share my God given light with all that I do by leading first with love.
Gianluca Gibbons, Singer/Songwriter & Guitarist
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to empower and encourage women and youth to strengthen self-belief, breakdown stereotypes and prioritize happiness.
Marguerite Clark~Singer/Songwriter/Medical Doctor
“I guess i’m all about the emotion of a song...music can be so powerful, you know. I’ve heard stories of songs helping people through depression or being the only thing that someone remembers when they’re in a coma. I truly believe that artists can be healers but also, when I write, it’s healing for me too.”
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to bring people together to enjoy all kinds of cultures, vibrations, and energies. I want to promote freedom & truth to those who want to listen and those who want to see more than they can possibly imagine.
Kelman Ramirez~ Singer/Songwriter
“If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life, it’s the power of using your voice. I tried my best to speak the truth and shed light on the stories of people who are often brushed aside.”
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to encourage mental and emotional health in youth early. I speak up for the mothers, the domestic abuse and sexual assault survivors, for the people in the middle that everyone forgets about.
Lola Davis, Singer/Songwriter/Dancer/Choreographer/Creative Director/Actress and Survivor
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to be a voice for the unseen, the unheard, the overlooked, the misunderstood, the taken advantage of… To be a voice for a generation that has been shut down, told they can’t be themselves, and was never allowed to speak up. To encourage to strive for greatness and higher.
Aaron Ruperto, Singer/Rapper/Songwriter, Musical Composer,
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to sing for anyone who’s ever been boxed in. I sing for the ones who are often considered the last thought, or the ones who were taught to dim their light and conform to social norms. I see you, I am you. I also sing for mental health, social justice, and Black women.
Udoka - “Peace is Great” singer/songwriter, vocalist, art
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to advocate for self actualization. For everyone to feel good in who they are.
Alandria Adams, Singer/Songwriter
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I want to inspire and encourage others to be who they are and follow their dreams. I want to give the opportunity to under privileged communities access to proper education , healthcare, and employment opportunities that they otherwise wouldn’t have had, especially Black and Brown individuals.
Secily, Singer/Songwriter, Ford Model
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to champion what’s right in a world that’s gone left.
Perri Jones, Singer/Songwriter
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to empower others to create what makes them feel happy! You don’t have to stick to one talent-use what God has given you.
Miss Minnie
Singer/Songwriter/Dancer/Fashion Stylist/Digital Creator
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to bring relief to the plight of mankind via great music and the higher arts.
Femi Onas, Singer/Songwriter
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to bring peace to the World & honor my Mom.
LJ Musqiue, Singer/Songwriter
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Music is the most powerful weapon ever created by man, all of our music is about spreading light & uplifting people.
All My Friends Are Stars, Singers, Songwriters, Rapper
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to promote love, peace, faith, family & music p.s. “Fun is OK.”
CayenneNoluck, Rapper, Singer/SongWriter, Poet
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to end teen homelessness & violence. “Give a young adult a sound mind and he/she gains endless possibility…I’ve Seen it!”
Dana Holness, Singer/Songwriter/Educator
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to promote self-awareness & self-healing. I believe true healing can only be realized when we are honest with ourselves about who we are now & who we aspire to be.
Kojo Stone, Singer/Songwriter
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to address the gun violence epidemic & the devastating affects it has on people and communities.
Colin Lissone, Singer, Songwriter, gun violence survivor
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As a brother & sister music duo, we are using our platform to promote unity and put a stop to violence. WE WILL SPEAK UP, AND YOU WILL HEAR US!
JANAYNICOLE, Singer/Songwriter ~ Devin Barkley, Producer & Songwriter
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to advocate for more research & cures for pediatric cancer.
Christopher Robbins, Singer
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to bring awareness to domestic violence & the power of self love. Ever since I was a little girl, music has helped me through the trails and tribulations of life. I prayed to God to touch my voice & let me have the same effect on others that my favorite artists had on me. I am using my pain & vulnerability to inspire & connect with others.
Taylor Trezure, Singer
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to promote self love & spirituality and to support those who suffer with anxiety and depression in my community.
Brandon Bain, Vocalist & Visual Storyteller
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to speak up about the perils of a broken heart that come from bad relationship breakups and how those breakups are linked to issues around mental health.
Nancy Goudinaki, Singer, Classical Guitarist, Jazz Artist
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to inspire urban youth to breakthrough racial, socioeconomic, and spiritual/mental barriers in their pursuit of a purposeful, limitless life.
Alyson Cedena, Vocalist, Songwriter, Actress
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to be an example of self sufficiency, and independence in a time when artists don’t believe they can do it all their own. Schwagg..
DeVo D, Vocalist, Writer, Producer,
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to inspire women who might have been counted out & to turn the world into believers. By sharing my story, I hope to inspire as many women to keep the faith in order to overcome their greatest obstacles.
Ana Kay, Singer/ Songwriter & Producer
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to create a voice for those who can’t speak for themselves. We use our music to ignite positivity, empowering the weak so that they may pass the strength onto others…our goal is unity.
Preethevibes, Vocalists, Songwriters
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to spread love, empower women, the youth & to bring awareness to mental health. Anything is possible when you believe.
Taisha Polanco, Singer/Songwriter/Rapper
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to show the power of self-belief. With hard work, all goals are achievable.
Nico Gonzalez, Singer, Songwriter & Dancer
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to uplift Black people which also means to uplift all marginalized people.
Rizwan, Singer/Songwriter
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to unite us as a people despite our differences, so we can rid the world of poverty, sickness, ignorance & hate. Through singing and playing instruments in the Synergy Of Love which will not only help us to be aware of situations around and among us but to actualize on the solutions as we think, talk or visualize.
Soul Instrument, Singer/Songwriter
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to show kids that there is always a way to achieve your dream if you want it bad enough. Even when you feel alone or don’t feel like you have the necessary support system. I want to be able to do my part to encourage the youth & help give them the necessary tools to succeed.
Just Keith, Singer/Songwriter
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to encourage others to love themselves physically, spritually and mentally & to integrate and promote my fashion brand, Decoy to emerging artists
Deshon McCoy, Singer/Songwriter
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to advocate against gun violence & police brutality.
Ayden, Singer/Songwriter, Model
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to spread love & the importance of self-care.
Janelle Artis, Singer, Songwriter
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to start the conversation and to fight & speak up against the unfair sexualization of women in everyday life & the music industry.
Journey Binns, Singer, Songwriter, Writer, and Actress
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to speak up about self confidence , self love and the importance of always keeping positive motives surrounding you. In my early 20’s, I went through a lot of hardships. the most difficult obstacles were losing my mother & daughter in such close proximity. By God, I managed to see the positive strengths in myself and love to use my music & character to express with others.
Matt Web, Singer/Songwriter/Model
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to stand for those who don’t have the emotional support to believe in themselves. It all starts with a belief and if the people closest to you, especially the ones you look up to don’t encourage you to believe in your ideas, we begin to doubt ourselves. It is a fact that dreams actually do come true for anybody that dares to dream. The only thing to remember it takes hard work, patience, consistency and passion.
Randy Whiskey, Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist
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to speak up about the lack of knowledge. The knowledge that the minority, hold the precious minds that lead the way in innovation for the majority. That the knowledge of knowing you are loved, cherished, and a gift from existence is all that is needed to understand who you are, whose you are, why you are and how beautifully and wonderfully made you are.
Amazia, Singer/Songwriter, Teacher
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to speak up about domestic violence/female empowerment.
Julie Bernouis, Singer~Songwriter~Poet~Music Producer~Tour Manager
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to teach people, based on my own experiences how to live life on life’s terms. Also to learn from their mistakes as well as my own mistakes & to spread peace and love all over the world.
Jordan Francis~ Singer/Songwriter/Dancer/Choreographer
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to inspire a generation of change.
Kyle McCall~Artist, Songwriter, Dancer
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As an artist, mental health is extremely important to me. While our minds house the driving force behind many of our decisions, mental health is a topic that remains largely underrepresented in music. I find great purpose in creating work around internal discoveries and the beautiful turmoil that exists as we work to transform feelings from pain into catharsis. In every new moment, we have chance ~ a choice to decide who we are. At any second, we can make a decision that could change our lives forever. That thought is incredibly freeing and exciting to me. It gives me hope, and this is what I want my audiences to feel.
Krystal Renee, Singer/Songwriter
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to encourage self discovery through music
Aye’oo Cass Singer/Songwriter, Rapper
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to raise awareness & combat sex trafficking, and to speak love and life over those who have been battling in silence.
Cherry Le, Singer/Songwriter, Makeup Artist, Esthetician & Painter
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to uplift the people around me. I want to be an inspiration for people that grew up in the hood. I want to bring only positive vibes with my music.
K Hyph, Rapper/Poet
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my desired cultural impact is mostly to inspire freedom. Freedom to dance, freedom to be vulnerable, freedom to be raunchy, freedom from formula by engaging with form. I’m heavily influenced by gospel, jazz, and hip hop, and so improvisation is paramount to me as a performance artist. It serves as another avenue to explore freedom, and ultimately true expression. I like to think of myself not as an entertainer but an expressive; a performer, yes, but a minister. Engaging in real-time with emotions and energy to convey something delicate and human yet resonant and extraordinary.
Te’von Walker, Producer, Rapper, Songwriter, Singer. Te’von is a visionary. Abstract and infectious, profound and palatable. Te’von’s music is distinct in its future mindedness and resonant in its awareness of the past. Combining the intellectualism of hip hop, the cool of jazz, the soul of gospel, and the grooves of funk he conjures up something wholly new, wholly enchanting, and wholly his own. A testament to unbounded creativity.
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to acknowledge and bring awareness to childhood abuse, sexual abuse, and child trafficking and the effects it can have on one’s relationship with themselves, others, and life. Through my music I’d like to make anyone who is going through the aftermath of any kind of abuse from their childhood, feel understood, not alone, and know that there is hope for healing.
Maxx Nies, Singer/Songwriter
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to spread the light that I was given and heal the world.
Dajah Dorn
Model, Singer/Songwriter
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to exemplify what it means to “be brave” & be yourself, so that it can inspire others to do the same.
Deja E. “Bubblesz” , Multidisciplinary Artist, Sound Healing, Spoken Word, Singing, Song Writing & Dance
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to inspire others and to make them believe anything is possible with hard work & determination. I have been bullied & spent years not feeling good enough. I managed to pick myself up & hope to help others to do the same.
Lex Gibbon, UK Singer & Songwriter
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Toxic relationships, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other repercussions for women in my Latino community: I want to spread awareness about what it means to be a Latina woman in this society and all the burdens we have been carrying through generations. I want to tell my story to represent the women in my family. We are warriors, we are strong, we did what we could, and we will keep fighting. I want to be a light and give a voice to all my people who have been silenced.
Bellanita
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to speak up about women empowerment & what makes Black beautiful & multifaceted. I want to reflect the times & mirror what’s happening in the world. Most of all, I think we’re all fighting a battle to live freely because we’re afraid. I want to live with no fear-with that approach we can accomplish anything.
OMIGIE, Singer/Songwriter
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Reem is a multidisciplinary artist from Muscat. Oman interested in the evolution of human emotions displayed through art. She hopes to utilize her platform to inspire women of color to pursue their passions within the arts, specifically in the Gulf region.
Reem, Singer/Songwriter, Visual Artist, Photographer,
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I make music to show young girls the journey of being a woman & how to navigate the adventure without feeling alone and crazy.
Anayka She, Singer/Songwriter, Tik Tok Influencer
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Music has become my way of saying the things I don’t get the chance to talk about am afraid to speak about. I want to use my platform to help others break their silence as well and say what they truly feel without fear. No matter what it is they feel.
ALYSSA MEDINA VEGA, Singer/Songwriter
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My intention is to be a vessel that helps people deliver themselves from any pain that day, week, month through the power of music therapy.
Val, Singer/Songwriter/Podcast Host
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For healing, for fostering a connection with the Divine…to know we are not alone, we are all born with a purpose and a light…to step into the beauty of the world and spread that goodness, true soul and honesty.
Em Sloane, Singer/Songwriter