We were lucky to catch up with Micah recently and have shared our conversation below.

Micah, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today It’s always helpful to hear about times when someone’s had to take a risk – how did they think through the decision, why did they take the risk, and what ended up happening. We’d love to hear about a risk you’ve taken.

A huge risk I took, that I would do again, is leaving school and jumping into the entrepreneurial world. I grew up knowing that I was going to go to college and get a degree but I was sorely mistaken. It was very soon after school started that I realized I wasn’t going to be able to complete college, not because I wasn’t intellectually able but because it felt like I wasn’t in a place I needed to be. With all the open time on my hands I knew I could hit the ground running on the things I know I want to do with my life, and so I did. The road has proven to be quite a challenge itself but I’ve learned so many things through real time experience rather than someone telling or explaining to me. I learned I am definitely a more hands-on learner and that has helped me strengthen my methods of getting work done. I have worked so many jobs trying to afford studio time and the fees other creatives charge for their services, I almost can’t remember them all. I’m proud of the risk I took because I did it for myself and it has been worth it so far.

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 got into singing through the encouragement of my family and friends that always told me I sounded good, not knowing they were even listening half the time. I don’t know why I didn’t realize people could hear me when I sang out loud, maybe I was just in my own world. In high school I got into theater and that really helped me step out of my shell and push myself to perform in front of others. Post high school, a few of my friends had begun to dabble in music and it was known that I sang a little bit so they would encourage me to record music. I eventually mustered up the courage to record something and of course it was terrible but it broke that wall down. I began to record myself in my free time and my pen got better as did my melodies. I released my first song back in 2018 and haven’t stopped since and don’t plan on it anytime soon.

I think what sets me apart from other artists is how I structure my songs and the tone of my voice. I really appreciate the R&B that was coming out in the early 2000s, it was the music I mimicked a lot to learn how to sing. I tend to structure my songs how they used to back then. I need to practice making bridges in my music. The greatest songs in history all have a great bridge.

I’m most proud of how efficiently I can generate melodies when the beat is really good. I like taking my time with my music but when it comes to me quickly, it’s a pretty satisfying feeling. I’m also very proud of the audience I’ve been able to build over the years. I appreciate them very much.

I want supporters of my music to know that it’s all based on love and just easygoing-ness. I live my life in a very calm, chill way and so that just shines through in the music.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is when my supporters tell me details about why they liked something about my song. I like when people are vulnerable enough to let you know they like something you did and they take the time to give real feedback. There is even times when people tell me unsolicited that they didn’t like something about a song and I’m still able to take something from it. I also really like when I’m on stage and the audience is just looking up at me smiling. That makes me feel really good.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

I think the goal driving my artistry is to just be myself at all times. I feel like I just have music pouring out of me and I would never want to deny myself the ability to get it out to the people that want to hear it. Financially , I would want to get to a point where I’m not just affording my lifestyle but extremely comfortable from my music sales and shows.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/MicahIsMusic?fbclid=PAAaYPda-Ud4o1fQJMBuHwXLfQCc94nppW0kiziiuUSGIeQ_6ee7HpL20trvk
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/_micahismusic?utm_medium=copy_link
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/MicahisMusic

Image Credits
Dean Bolt