My musical journey has been shaped by having a diverse ethnic culture; being from India, Jamaica, Barbados and Switzerland and being born in the heart of London. I subconsciously add my musical elements from my countries into my music, which comes very naturally to me.
I’ve always had a passion for listening to music ever since I was little. My family are very musical, and also embrace in their country’s traditional music. I was brought up hearing artists who have had a big effect on my work – and who still inspire me to this day – such as Ryan Leslie, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott and Bob Marley. I love using string sounds and flutes, which definitely comes from the culture of Bollywood films I watch. I feel like that’s my producing trademark now.
I started performing when I was 15 – so for five years now. It’s so crazy to look back and see how I have grown. When I was younger, I had stage fright and didn’t know where I fit in – both musically and in general, as I had not come out. Sometimes I felt restricted on stage at the start, but now, I feel as if I am fully free and calm when performing. I’m staying true to myself.