We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Just Semaj a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Just Semaj thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Have you signed with an agent or manager? Why or why not?

I didn’t sign with an agent,because I haven’t found an agent who would work for me. What I mean by that, is my luck with people helping support my career hasn’t been the best. I have been burned by the wrong people, so it’s hard to trust any agent to help me get to the next level. I will say this, I’m open if they come along in a way that is beneficial for each other. I have officially signed myself to my label and have my team helping build my music empire with me. I believe it’s going to be my handpicked pick team who takes this brand to the next level.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. As far back as I can remember, I’ve been singing since I was a kid. I come from two musical families. My mom’s side are singers, and my dad’s side are rappers. As you can see I get it honest, and I love every minute of it. I am the oldest of three children. I grew up in a single-parent household. Singing and writing have always been my voice. I have been an independent artist for 8 years officially. In these years I have learned a lot. When I think back over the eight years of my career. The first word that comes to mind is, the word proud. I’m most proud of everything I’ve been through to get to where I am today. Out of not-so-good management, sexual passes made at me by so-called executives, being exposed online in a way, I never wanted to be, and the list goes on. I stand in front of the world as Just Semaj, The Gentleman Of R&B/Soul. Anything worth having is going to come with a fight, and I’m ready to fight some more. When I tell you the man, I am today, is better because I went through those things. I love who I have become, the level of growth and maturity, that I’ve been so blessed to have. There were times when I would be trying to figure out how I was going to support my gifts financially. There were times I would cry myself to sleep at night not feeling good enough, because I didn’t have support in the ways I needed. There were also times when I gave up, and was done. I kept hearing in the back of my mind, just kept going. I allowed myself to feel everything that I was going through because I used those very feelings for motivation. No matter what you face, just keep going. You may see others who are where you desire, and think to yourself I got what it takes. Just keep going, you may feel looked over at times but just keep going. I used to feel like, I was so behind. I had to look in the mirror and ask myself, what are you behind? I couldn’t answer that question. I stood there as I brushed my teeth, I’ll never forget this pivotal moment. I heard a small voice in my head say, everyone has their time and you’ll know when yours is here. The most humbling experience for me, because the voice was so sweet and innocent and soft. So again never give up, the world is waiting on you. In not giving up, I can now say I have a new project coming soon titled “Vibes You Keep”. I have a single from the project titled, Dance The Night Away, that is out now. I have a brand new radio station on Hits 92.3 Atlanta called Just Semaj & The Music Radio Show. Please follow me on all social media platforms at JustSemajMusic, to stay tuned on my single releases, future projects, etc. There you will be able to keep up with me in real time. I also share more of my journey, like behind the scenes on social media.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most rewarding thing about being an artist or a creative, is just that. I get to tell my story in a way that many people across the world will understand. I get to be as creative as my mind will let me be without limits. It’s gives a level of appreciation, expression, and joy, I don’t think I’ll ever feel, if I wasn’t an artist.

Any insights you can share with us about how you built up your social media presence?

I have strictly built built my social media platform off of just being me. I learned a while back, that I am enough. I took that same attitude to social media and that’s what my supporters gravitate towards, and know me for.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.JustSemajProductionsLLC.com
• Instagram: @JustSemajMusic
• Facebook: @JustSemajMusic
• Youtube: @JustSemajMusic
• TikTok: @JustSemajMusic