We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Natrasin. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with NatraSin below.

NatraSin, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What sort of legacy are you hoping to build. What do you think people will say about you after you are gone, what do you hope to be remembered for?

When I think of my legacy and what I want to be remembered by, I think of these three key points I want to achieve.
Emotional impact, Integrity and being a source of inspiration.

I want to be able to leave an emotional impact on my audience. I want people to listen back to my music and be able to not only relate to the lyrics, but also enjoy the production of the sound. I want my music to speak to people even when there are no words to be heard. The most profound legacy an artist can have is the emotional connection they-build with audiences.
Whether it’s through a piece of music, a performance on stage, or a powerful moment of expression, an artist’s ability to make people feel something. The art may live on long after I’m gone, but I hope that the emotional resonance remains.

Not only do I want my legacy to heavily reflect my music, but also my character. An artist’s character and values can influence how they’re remembered and 
I know I want to always lead with kindness, generosity, love and a deep sense of social consciousness. I want people to remember how I treated difficult situations, other people and to know what I stood for. Integrity and authenticity are qualities that live on in stories shared by those who knew them and those who felt the impact of their character.

As someone who is not just an artist but also a teacher to the youth, I want my work and life to be a source of inspiration. I want my accomplishments to encourage others to pursue their own passions, challenges societal norms, and remind people of the importance of creativity in all walks of life. I hope that with my artistry and teachings I can impact, motivate and inspire others to dream big and take risks.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I am a 25 year old Puerto Rican and Black woman who was born and raised in The Bronx. I am a singer/songwriter/music producer and elementary school theatre teacher! My musical style is a mix of R&B, Pop, Hip Hop and Jazz. I am an experimentalist and am willing to try any sound! Some famous singers and artist who inspire me are Frank Sinatra, The Weeknd, Ella Fitzgerald, Tanerelle, Sabrina Claudio, Aurora and Billie Eilish.
Many things have happened to lead me onto the path and purpose I have today. It all started when I was a little girl. From a young age, I have always been in love with performing arts. Being from New York, specifically growing up in The Bronx, creativity is always surrounding me. As I got older, I began to take steps into the performing arts world. Singing during Sunday mass was my first experience singing in front of a crowd. In elementary school I joined the recording club where we chose songs we wanted to cover, recorded it and posted it on our schools youtube page. In high school is where I really began to spread my wings with performing arts! I joined Choir and Drama club! Those two high school clubs really helped me develop not only my creativity, but also my personality and showed me what my purpose for life truly is. By the time senior year of high school had arrived I was 100% sure of what I wanted to do in my life. I want to and will continue to pursue being a singer and a theatre teacher. At Lehman College in The Bronx, I was able to develop my creativity even more and acquired my bachelors degree in Multimedia Performing Arts with a concentration in Theatre. After college, I went on to pursue my love for the performing arts and am now a proud singer and teacher!
It wasn’t until 2024 when I started to do more musically! Since early 2024 I have been featuring and headlining in all different kinds of music shows all throughout the boroughs. Some of my biggest ventures for 2024 was are working with Sparenyc to open up for the rapper Trev Mulah, Featuring with nyc’s biggest open mics, three of them being “SpokenWordzNyc”, Mike Geffners “Inspired Word” and “Certified Industries” monthly music shows. I was closely working with the Roaring 20’s Party Group as a event promotor, I was a event planner for Adrian Read’s, aka A.R, album release party for the album “Cartas Para Ti”, and made my Off Broadway debut at the iconic Triad Theater in NYC on New Years Eve. I also released my first single called “God’s Design” in June of 2024 as well as my second single “Only for the Night” in October of 2024. For my song “God’s Design” I wrote the lyrics and created the instrumental. For “Only for the Night” I wrote the lyrics as well but had a producer/artist Adam Harvey help me create my instrumental for this song. Both of these songs can be found on all streaming platforms!
Now after having such a big first year in music for 2024, I am happy to share some amazing things I have lined up for 2025. In 2025 will be releasing my first album titled “Gemini” which will have a total of 9 songs. I will also be returning to the iconic Triad theatre twice in 2025, once in April and another time in August! I will also be in a co-host rotation this year for Mike Geffer’s “Inspired Word” open mic series as well as co-hosting for SpokenWordz newest extension “SpokenSoundz” starting in March of 2025. Lastly, I will be hosting a very big summer jam rooftop party in June of 2025, everyone near and far are welcomed to join and party with me and the rest of my NYC collective for a night of performances, networking and fun!
I have so much more lined up but those I’ll keep as surprises to sprinkle in throughout the year :)

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

The most rewarding aspect of being an artist/creative is the connections you make with yourself and others.

When I’m creating music, most times it’s coming from a place of past or current experience. In those moments I can really evaluate my feelings and be able to express it in such a different way than just talking about it. I’m able to create and choose sounds that displays those very emotions that are connected with these experiences. It’s been one of the best therapy’s for myself and I’m forever grateful for it.

To be able to connect with my audience with the music I have created has also been such a wonderful experience! As human beings we want to be heard, seen and related to. These are all things that are possible with music. The person listening to my music may or may not know me, but the important point to this is that no matter what, if they understand and can even relate to what I’m trying to convey in my music, then there is connection there. When that happens, it’s a rewarding feeling and makes me feel complete as an artist.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

The artistic journey, while it can be incredibly rewarding, can be difficult for those who don’t create to fully understand. The emotional depth, the sacrifices, and the challenges of being an artist are often intangible, and that’s what makes the experience of being a creative so uniquely complex.

As creatives we go through very intense emotional rollercoasters. There can be incredible moments of triumph when a performance goes well or when an idea comes to life. However, there are also times of intense self-doubt, burnout, or frustration, especially when faced with creative blocks, critical feedback, or rejection. Non-creatives might not always understand how deeply personal and emotional the process of creating art can be.

There is also the vulnerability of performance. Creatives expose themselves in a very raw way. Whether it’s acting, dancing, singing, or any other form, the artist is often putting part of their soul on display for others to see, which can feel incredibly vulnerable. The fear of judgment, failure, or misinterpretation can be overwhelming. Non-creatives might not fully understand how much courage it takes to show up, especially when performance is a public act of revealing oneself.

Then there is the work behind the art. Many people don’t realize how much work goes into being a performing artist beyond just the performance itself. Rehearsals, practice, networking, auditions, and self-promotion can consume a significant portion of an artist’s life. Non-creatives may see the “show” and assume it’s the only part that matters, but for most artists, the behind-the-scenes effort is just as intense, if not more so.

Lastly and on a more personal level, making sure that you’re keeping your health in order. As a performing artist, I am constantly using my voice for networking, practicing, working and doing performances. Vocal fatigue became a real thing for me and it was a big concern and still something that I am trying to navigate through. For a performing artist, specifically singers and actors, your voice is your biggest tool. When the voice isn’t working it becomes a big concern and will more than likely not allow you to work on the project or show you’re doing. So maintaining proper vocal health is important for everyone, but especially for performing artist!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Natra_Sin20
• Other: For booking information my email is the following: [email protected]

Image Credits

Gabrielle Sierra-Cabrera