We recently connected with KeeKee Webster and have shared our conversation below.

KeeKee, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What’s the best or worst investment you’ve made (either in terms of time or money)? (Note, these responses are only intended as entertainment and shouldn’t be construed as investment advice)

Booking studio time can be very expensive if you want quality work on a consistent basis. It can also stunt the creative flow because most times you’re only allowed to book a certain amount of hours. The best investment I’ve made was to buy my own studio equipment, and set up shop right in my living room. It was a small investment compared to the time and money spent booking sessions at other studios, and has allowed me to create in a comfortable space whenever I want, and how I want. I have been able to have virtual and in person writing sessions with some other songwriters and then turn around and record it right then and there. There’s no time limit, no pressure, no judgment – just me in my own personal space free to create what I like, how I like.

KeeKee, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

I was born and raised in Dallas, TX., and from a very early age music has always been a large part of my life. Growing up, my mother would play Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Temptations, and other great artists around the house. As a young child, you could always find me with some sort of object in my hand using it as a microphone, singing, making up songs, and recording them for others to hear. I was in school choirs as well as district choirs that performed at the Meyerson Symphony Center. I just always had a natural talent for singing and writing. So it only made sense that I would grow up and want to pursue the same thing. Currently, I have worked on a few projects for some artists as a contributing songwriter and vocalist. I am a co-writer on a song that was released in July of this year called “Run Me My Money” by Susan Carol. Last year, a snippet of this song was released by the artist on her Instagram page, and it went viral with a few heavy hitters in the music industry re-sharing it and creating reels to it. As for my own project, I have been working with some amazing songwriters to put together a piece of work that I feel truly represents me and my style. My style is mostly RnB with a real chill, laid back vibe. Typically, I write alone, but I love the way other artists can hear things differently than I can sometimes and add a different flair and element to what I’ve already created. I’m wanting to release my E.P. sometime next year, but I may release a single or two before 2022 is up. We’ll see!

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

I can be shy at times and that’s due to some negative talk that I was unfortunately raised around. It molded the way I thought of myself, my voice, and my talent. What that did was make me very insecure with sharing my gift with others. I never wanted to sing out loud, I didn’t want to be the soloist or even audition for it. I wouldn’t even hum around people. I developed an insecurity that held me back for years. Things that I could have and would have done years ago, I avoided because I was afraid of hearing more negative talk. This is not the same as constructive criticism which is absolutely necessary for development and growth. It was destructive and hurtful, and shaped the way I saw myself and heard my voice. It took a long time to re-wire my way of thinking, and to break out of that shell that held me back for so long. Do I still experience some nervousness, absolutely, but I have been diligent in making sure that I do not succumb to thoughts that should have never been placed in my mind to begin with. I now sing in front of others and often. I might actually be annoying now – ha, but I make sure to let my voice be heard and not allow opportunities to pass me by.

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

The ultimate goal is to finally be heard with my music being the tool that does just that. I’ve always played it safe in the background or been too shy to show up and show out, but I’m ready now and I think it’s time to let it be known who I am as an artist.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: instragam.com/oshunview
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Paul Williams Eye Dare U Photography