Overcoming Self-Doubt Through Music
There are definitely some songs that are clearly rooted in some dark nights of the soul for you, and you’ve talked about experiencing a real lack of self-belief at certain points in the process. Did writing this music, and expressing all those different parts of yourself that you mentioned, help you overcome that?
Writing music has been a cathartic experience for me, helping me navigate through moments of self-doubt and uncertainty. Even as I was in the process of creating the music, I was still grappling with those feelings. It was only upon completion of the project that I realized the significance of what I had accomplished. I had to trust the process and push through, despite not knowing if the end result would be well-received. I focused on the task at hand, whether it was working on a Pro Tools session or crafting lyrics, without getting caught up in worrying about the future. By the time the album was finished, I was able to look back and appreciate the journey I had taken, putting my heart and soul into creating something honest and authentic.
One of the things that struck me when listening to the album is your incredible ability to be very specific about your experiences, while also framing them in a way that feels universal—“Thief” springs to mind as a powerful example of that, as even though it’s about a particular experience in your life, I found myself thinking about similar situations in my own life rather than parsing the song for details about what might have happened in your life. Is that something you consciously think about when writing? Do you have to labor over that a little to get the balance right?
Thank you for recognizing that aspect of my music. I strive to connect with listeners on a deeper level by sharing personal experiences in a way that resonates with a broader audience. In songs like “Thief,” I aim to create a sense of universality, allowing listeners to interpret the lyrics based on their own experiences. While some may relate to a specific situation in my life, others may find parallels in their own struggles. I intentionally keep the narrative open-ended, making it adaptable to various interpretations. My goal is to evoke emotions and foster connections through music, drawing on the power of shared human experiences.
