If you’ve ever asked me what my favorite genre of music is, you probably got a long pause followed by an “It depends.”
Because truthfully? I don’t have just one.
My music taste is wide, layered, and a little unpredictable…in the best way. That’s the beauty of growing up as a dancer and being in show choir: I learned to love music not just for how it sounds, but for how it moves you.

Raised on Rhythm & Performance
From a young age, I was surrounded by music. Not just listening to it, but moving to it, feeling it, performing it.
- Ballet taught me grace and how to appreciate classical pieces that build slowly and sweep you off your feet.
- Hip hop and jazz brought out my bold side. The beat drops, the sharp transitions, the undeniable confidence.
- Show choir gave me harmonies, stage presence, and a deep appreciation for storytelling through sound.
Because of all that, I fell in love with the full spectrum: from soft instrumentals to hard-hitting trap beats, and from Broadway ballads to throwback R&B.
Music = Mood
I see music as a mood. And I have a playlist for every one.
Whether I’m journaling, getting dressed, healing, working out, or just needing a vibe shift, music sets the tone for how I show up in the world.
That’s why I’ve put together a few curated playlists. So you can vibe with me no matter what mood you’re in:
🎧 Playlists to Explore:
✨ Soft & Soulful:
For winding down, healing, or romanticizing your solo time. Think Sade, Snoh Aalegra, Jhene Aiko, and a sprinkle of indie soul.
💃 Feel-Good Throwbacks:
The 90s and early 2000s classics that raised me. A little Beyoncé, a little Usher, and a whole lot of energy.

🔥 Get Up & Slay:
For those days when you need a confidence boost. Hip hop, trap, and boss-girl beats included.
🌸 Pretty Girl Energy:
Sweet, feminine, flirty songs that make you feel like the main character. Because you are.

🩰 Classical & Instrumental Vibes:
Perfect for journaling, deep thinking, or when you just want peace. Inspired by my ballet roots.


🎭 Broadway, Ballads & Showstoppers:
Because the drama never dies. A tribute to my show choir heart.

Music has been with me through every chapter. From childhood dance routines to the woman I am now. It’s not just background noise. I’s my personal soundtrack.
So no, I can’t pick one genre.
And I probably never will.
But I can invite you to press play and feel the vibe with me.
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