Interviewed by Arianna Chirico / ayra_ayra

Photography: David Katzinger / davidkatzinger

Styling: Oretta Corbelli / orettac

Production: shawnonthemove

Press office: M Punto Comunicazione / mpunto_comunicazione

You are a multifaceted artist: dance, music, choreography and social media are just some of the fields in which you stand out. What makes you totally yourself?

I like feeling dynamic and I am constantly engaging with my creative process, nonstop. If I’m not physically doing something I like to visualize what I want to do next in my mind. I always feel good if I am actively involved in something whether it’s making a video or going to the studio or engaging with my social media profiles as well or responding to comments. I don't like lounging around and feeling stagnant so I always try to make sure I'm an efficient person.

How were these passions born?

I grew up watching Michael Jackson and always loved his music. Seeing him shine sparked my interest in dance and the arts in general. I would watch YouTube videos of him and other dancers and I picked up this dance style called animation. I would practice every day until it became more natural over time. Hearing my Pops’ music got me interested in music myself and I made my first song soon after. 

What thing have you done that are you most proud of ever?

I am truly proud of myself when I am the cause for which people smile and feel  good watching what I do. It is a pleasing and touching feeling. I am glad about the possibility of sending momma funds.

How do you experience your notoriety? Has it changed your life?

I am humbled and grateful for everything good and bad that’s happened in my life. Notoriety has definitely changed my life but I don’t believe there is nothing to brag about. I’m just happy to be here and am able to watch life unfold.

How has this pandemic period influenced your life and your creativity?

The pandemic has definitely forced me to get more creative indoors. It is certainly sad to think of all the changes we have been forced to get used to and the moments we have spent apart from each other. But we need to draw positive sides from every experience and I am deeply grateful for the presence of more people online who are able to see my videos and to hear my music.

Do you care about environmental issues? What's your behaviour?

I definitely care for the environment. This is the place where each of us lives, so we must keep saving it. There is some work to be done and I am excited to get involved with some environmental projects in the near future.

What and who inspires you?

My family and all the people who support me are my main sources of inspiration for which I feel encouraged every day to do what I was created for. The future, what may happen but of which we have no knowledge now, inspires me to do better and better.

Is there any artist or brand you would like to collaborate with?

There are a lot of probably far-fetched people I would love to collaborate with, but just to name a few: Russ, Coi Leray, Joey Badass, Drake, that's just off the top of my head, some very talented people.

What do you want to convey through your performances? Is there an inherent message in them for all the people who share their affection to you?

I want people to move to my music and my key message is love. At the end of the day we all need to love each other and strive to reach our higher selves. I want to bring people together through music and dance. Nothing but good vibes.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My family is fundamental in my life, but also my spirituality. I believe it is very relevant to have the possibility of originating a connection in life with a higher and divine entity, whatever it is, that can help us in our good and bad times. We all are human beings and we need to hold on to something when something is not well. In addition, fluidity is overriding in this society, as is water, which is vital for every living being.