Meet Priyana

We recently connected with Priyana and have shared our conversation below.

Priyana, so many exciting things to discuss, we can’t wait. Thanks for joining us and we appreciate you sharing your wisdom with our readers. So, maybe we can start by discussing optimism and where your optimism comes from?

It’s kind of interesting because I am definitely a very optimistic person but I can spend a lot of time feeling stuck. I believe knowing that I can always do the things I love on a daily basis like crocheting, singing, and resting keeps me very optimistic. I definitely got a lot of my optimism from my parents too.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

Since I took my first piano lesson when I was three years old I’ve always loved music. I loved music so much that my mom had to buy me a portable keyboard to take with us wherever we went. I was fortunate to have a piano teacher who listened to what I wanted to learn and let me be creative. By the time I was eight I started to combine my piano playing with singing my favourite pop songs. One of the first songs was Rolling In The Deep by Adele. This was also when I knew I wanted music to be my career and would confidently tell any adult that told me to have a “backup plan” that music was the only option.

When I started songwriting I was 12 and was very inspired by Shawn Mendes. Fun fact, I actually ended up winning tickets from the radio to see him play a very intimate show. I always loved performing but after seeing my favourite artist on stage I knew that had to be my future too. Fast forward to today as a 20 year old South-Asian queer singer-songwriter from Toronto, I have written and released an album and several additional singles with many more on the way! I’ve had the chance to perform at some classic venues in New York City, Toronto, and Los Angeles. I’ve recently been signed to Nettwerk Music Group, a really incredible label! I’ve been noticed on social media by some of my all time favourite artists including Billie Eilish, FINNEAS, Noah Kahan, Clairo, Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift for my covers of their songs! I’ve become known on social media for combining my love for crochet with my music.

As much as I love doing covers, I’m very excited and passionate about my original songs. I’ve had the opportunity to work with some incredible producers. My music is available on all streaming platforms, and I’d love for you to listen!

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

1) Rest – giving yourself permission to rest is so important to maintain momentum

2) Consistency – you can always rely on consistency to make things happen

3) Don’t force yourself to do things just because you’re “supposed to” – There are so many ways to achieve your goals, just start experimenting!

Before we go, maybe you can tell us a bit about your parents and what you feel was the most impactful thing they did for you?

From day one my parents have supported my choice to have a career in music. But more importantly they’ve always believed in me, even when I was a kid with the most horrendously raspy voice! For some reason they thought I had talent and thank goodness they did. I would not be where I am today without the encouragement, support, and love from my parents!

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