We recently connected with Xavvi and have shared our conversation below.

Xavvi, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?

So music was always around me, but I instead took the academic route into adulthood. Focusing on school, friends, and living a non-creative life. I’ve always enjoyed music and respected the fact that my family lived their lives to it, but I never truly understood the impact it could have until 2017. I had recently discovered the artist formerly known as XXXTentacion and grew fond of his music along with my other top artists. During the time that I was dealing with a deep depression stemming from a bad breakup, X released his album titled “17.” I remember going into my room, ready to just deal with the emotions of my younger self and listening to each song thoroughly. I felt tears with each track and it was almost as if he had gone through the exact same pain and situations that I have been through and was at that time going through. The impact that album had on me was what really started my appreciation for music and its influence on people.

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?

My music career is only a few years old, but the foundation for it started long ago. I grew up in a family of musicians.

My mother sang around the world on tour with Las Chicas De Nueva York and my sister joined her as a vocalist and percussionist when she came of age. My nephew began as a DJ in his teen years and converted to music production now with over a decade of experience.

I became a strong music fan while also expanding my music preferences and continuing my studies at UCF. I would spend time sometimes imagining myself in the studio with these artists that I’ve grown to admire, singing along with them or rapping along. In 2018, the passing of X hit me like a wrecking ball. I felt a slew of emotions as the artist who made me fall in love with music was now no longer with us. After the mourning period passed, I did some self-reflection. I remember looking in the mirror and telling myself “This kid was only 20 years old and he left a legacy…what am I doing with my life? Can’t I do the same thing?” It was that moment of realization that I decided to delve into the music world and try my hand at songwriting, rapping, and singing. I would spend my free time between work, class, and the gym, just writing songs to beats I found on YouTube and Soundcloud.

College forced me to expand my writing capabilities in general and also forced me to confront my fear of public speaking, both of which helped feed into my eventual music career. After spending months writing and practicing in private, I finally developed the courage to ask the only person I could think of who would help me. My nephew and now primary producer, Riko Tha’ Producer, chuckled when I first mentioned to him that I wanted to record a song. He didn’t pay too much mind to it, but he gave me a throwaway beat for me to practice on. After spending some time writing and rehearsing with him, we recorded my first ever song “Regret” under my initial artist name Wraith.

Wraith was meant to be a masked individual who released music and never appeared in public spaces, but that was only initially created out of fear. With the help of some pep talk, I decided to change my name and approach.

“Regret” was released under Xavvi, a charismatic and positive individual ready to create magic. With the momentum of releasing my first-ever song, we got straight to work, making single after single with plans for a great future.

Working with Riko in the studio, performing at open mics and small shows, then progressing to working with more producers and artists, my music career is really just beginning and I’m excited about it. Everything I write, and every story I tell comes from my life experiences, the experiences of those close to me, and my inner thoughts. I choose to be unique, but relatable every day and I hope it shows in my music.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

The main mission that drives me is the desire to do what I love and make a living off of it. Finding a talent for something and allowing it to be your method of survival is an amazing thing. Everyone has a job and everyone has bills to pay, but I’ve always felt like it was important for people to love their work. To put your energy in a labor of love, whether that’s music, cooking, streaming or crafting. Being able to create something that supersedes your existence, and that has the ability to impact people’s lives is fulfilling, and being able to do it full-time while also helping those closest to me would mean the world.

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

The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is creating something that will continue existing long past my own life. Something I can show my future children and say “your dad made this”. Seeing how different songs impact different people, and how they’ve attributed my music to important moments in their lives, that warms my heart. I strive to be a voice for people who can’t speak, and to be there when people need me. I want people to have fun with my music, but also listen and allow it to seep in. I try to make something for everyone, because I understand that life is a rollercoaster with constantly changing emotions and circumstances.

Contact Info:

• Website: Xavvi.webflow.io
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/xavviofficial?igshid=MTB2ZWg1MWFtamFtaA==
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@XavviOfficial?si=yeexXezf-89P0bfm

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