After traveling the world this summer, Chrisette Michele is refreshed, re-energized, and filled with happiness. These characteristics are evident on her new mixtape, Audrey Hepburn: An Audiovisual Presentation, as well as her newly improved confidence as a woman. During the recent Singersroom sponsored LoveJonesNYC, which paid a heartfelt tribute to the "I'm a Star" singer, we chatted with the glowing songstress about her new mindset, wanting love, the new music she is creating, her upcoming fourth studio album, and more. Check out CM!
Traveling The World For Inspiration…For this mixtape I went to Paris, London, Amsterdam and Brussels and of course New York City where I reside. I just got inspired; when I create I need inspiration from different places…The funny thing is, the more I searched for Audrey Hepburn and her footsteps, the more I found Hip Hop and the more I found myself, so this mixtape surprised me as well.
Why Audrey Hepburn?…My mom always sang Broadway show tunes when I was younger and one of her favorite things to sing was songs from My Fair Lady, Audrey Hepburn obviously play in My Fair Lady, so she was one of the first names that I heard as a show tune type of woman, so I’ve always loved Audrey.
The New Mixtape Audrey Hepburn: An Audiovisual Presentation …I didn’t know that so many people were going to respond to it, I had never received that type of feedback from something I was kind of just experimenting with. The record label even responded with an ‘oh my God,’ and they ended up deciding that they want to purchase “Rich Hipster” and “Charades” and put that on the album as well, so that was kind of a double blessing.
New Single “Better”…I love that song…I was sick of being an angry black woman; sick of having an angry black woman syndrome. I spent a whole entire year kind of juicing and praying and cleansing. I lost 30 pounds in the process of actual weight, but also of emotional and spiritual weight. I came out and I said ‘I’m not going to sing anymore brokenhearted songs’ cause I’m not brokenhearted anymore and I hope that people can accept my healing. “Better” is the beginning of my healing, the decision that love is available if I just open up myself to it without much judgment, without anger, and without a broken heart.
Listen to Chrisette's new sing "Better"
Being in a Good Place…I’m happy. I’m not afraid to buy stuff that doesn’t cost a lot of money because I don’t have to say I am somebody, I just am somebody. No matter what I look like, no matter what people perceive me as. For the first time in my career, I feel like, you know what, I’m going to just put this out there, if you like it you like it, if you don’t you don’t. I’m not trying to prove anything…The heart is rich, my art is rich, it’s honest, it’s pure, it’s true, it’s me. Love it or leave it!
What to Expect on the Upcoming Album…I’m singing my behind off. I found out that when I sing love songs and not brokenhearted songs, I touch a different space on the inside. I realized when I sing them that I want love…so you’re going to hear a whole lot of passion from me, a lot of sensuality that I was really shy to share before. You're gonna hear what It sounds like in my room at night, from a singer perspective, not the actual noises…I think you’ll like it.
If you missed it, watch Chrisette Michele perform a surprise duet during her recent tribute.
Special thanks to @LoveJonesNYC and @JOEYakaJHARRIS.
Chrisette Michele is a multi-talented singer and songwriter whose star has been on the rise for more than a decade. She’s released several albums, collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, and now she’s got something new to share: her latest mixtape, “Better.” It’s an emotional journey that explores themes ranging from love, loss, faith and resilience — but it also marks a personal milestone for Chrisette as well. She recently opened up about how this project helped her get back into shape after years of struggling to lose weight. Now that she feels “better” inside and out, we wanted to find out what motivated her transformation and learn more about where she finds inspiration these days. Here’s what she had to say… “My main source of motivation was my desire to be healthier and feel better in my own skin. I wanted to create a lifestyle that was sustainable and would allow me to keep the weight off for good. I found inspiration in the stories of other people who had gone through the same journey, and seeing the results they achieved gave me the courage to believe that I could do it too.”
Chrisette Michele’s Creative Journey
Chrisette Michele’s creative journey has been one of growth and exploration. From her early days as an artist, she had a unique sound that caught the attention of many music fans. Through her career, she has explored different sounds and genres while staying true to herself and her artistry. As she continues to evolve and grow artistically, Chrisette remains dedicated to redefining what it means to be an artist in today’s landscape.
The new mixtape is just the latest example of this evolution. She experiments with musical styles from hip-hop to jazz, showing off her versatility and range as an artist. In addition to exploring new sounds, Chrisette also talks about personal topics such as losing weight and being “better.” She doesn’t shy away from discussing tough topics like love, vulnerability, and mental health in her work either.
Overall, Chrisette creates music for people who are seeking inspiration or looking for something different than what’s currently out there. Her willingness to take risks musically shows us that she isn’t afraid to put herself out there and try something new — all while maintaining her authentic self throughout the process.
Reflections On Life And Love
As she continues to develop her music, Chrisette reflects on life and love. She shares stories of heartache, loneliness, and growth in her lyrics. Through it all, she remains positive and uplifting with a message that resonates with many fans. Even though the experiences can be difficult and heartbreaking at times, Chrisette’s music is often filled with appreciation for life’s lessons.
One example of this is found in her song “Better” from her new mixtape. In the song, Chrisette talks about how losing weight has helped her grow as an individual. While talking about these struggles, she also expresses gratitude for being able to recognize what was making her feel bad so she could make changes for the better in her own life.
Chrisette offers a unique perspective on self-improvement through music. By opening up about personal issues such as embracing vulnerability or accepting change, she encourages listeners to look within themselves and find strength they never knew they had. With every song, we are reminded to take care of ourselves first before anything else – something we should all strive to do more often!
Conclusion
I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to follow Chrisette Michele on her creative journey and hear about how she has grown in life and love. She’s an inspiration for anyone who is looking to make a change, whether its physical or emotional, because it shows that no matter what we go through, there are always ways to come out stronger.
Chrisette’s story of resilience and courage serves as a reminder that sometimes all you need is some self-love, understanding and dedication to become better. Despite all the challenges that have come her way, she still remains focused on being true to herself by staying authentic, embracing vulnerability and never giving up hope. From learning to accept yourself despite your flaws to finding strength within when things get tough – these are lessons I can definitely take away from this amazing woman.
Overall, I’m so thankful for having had the chance to learn more about Chrisette Michele and admire her determination and passion for music. She proved yet again why she deserves every bit of success coming her way!
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