We recently connected with Jemimah Cox and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Jemimah thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?

Taking risks as a young self-starter with a passion for music and fashion is a wild ride, but that’s just a part of life. In a world where everyone’s racing to fit a mold, stepping off the safe path can feel like throwing yourself into the fire.. The sleepless nights and relentless self-doubt come with the territory, but so do the moments of triumph when my vision comes to life. For me, music and fashion is all about pushing boundaries, and no one is going to create a lane for myself but me. To tell the truth? Risk-taking is an essential part of who I am as a creator. All of the risks I take are more than worth it in the end.

It was primary school when I first began this journey. I delved head first into the gothic subculture and went straight to mommy and daddy because that is how I wanted to dress. I made sure my face was very distinguishable. Black winged eyeliner, bold lips, punk- esque
Accessories, and multi colored socks. I feel my style really evolved when I switched to online school. This is also when I started distributing my music. My style now is composed of blazers, funny scarfs, colorful ties, chunky rings, clown-esque, makeup and colorful socks. I often times describe myself as living art, and make sure it is reflected as such in my attire before I leave the house.

Jemimah , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

Self-taught and fiercely driven, Jemimah’s journey into music wasn’t handed to them on a platter. Armed with nothing but YouTube tutorials, a cheap microphone, and an instinctive ear for sound, they began experimenting. Music, for them, became a form of therapy — a way to process identity, emotions, and the pressure of living in a world that often tried to pin them down with labels they refused to wear.

But Jemimah’s creativity doesn’t stop at music. Fashion has always been another outlet for self-expression, and androgynous style, in particular, has captivated them. Jemimah pulls inspiration from both sides of the gender spectrum, blending sharp tailoring with softer, more fluid fabrics. Their wardrobe is a curated rebellion, mixing thrift store finds in a way that feels distinctly their own. To Jemimah, fashion is less about looking good and more about feeling free — free to exist outside the lines, free to be both or neither, free to just be.

To add to this, Jemimah has published the first part to their three part poetry collection, “ In Dreams We Trust.” Writing and word flow has stuck with them, and will stay with them for many, many, years.

In the end, whether it’s through music, poetry, or style, Jemimah’s art is a reflection of their ongoing journey towards self-discovery and authenticity.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding part of being an artist is the response I get from like-minded people. I express myself in all types of art forms, the most prominent being fashion, writing, and music. I love spreading myself through these outlets.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

I am on a mission to spread whimsy in its purest form. By this I mean I want to bring back or redouble living life to its fullest potential. You only live once, you should live it like it’s your last. Because it is.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://msha.ke/jemimah_

Image Credits

JEMÎMAH