Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Corvaa of Long Island

Corvaa shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Corvaa, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
I was selected as the grand finale performer at the MODA fashion show in Manhattan, New York. This was a big moment in my career and definitely made me feel proud. I had never attended a fashion show before let alone perform at one. For this to be my first time attending and headlining all in one shot…it was surreal. There were other artists on the line up with a bigger following but they chose me based off my attention to detail. They saw my work ethic and respected how seriously I was taking my performance. I got on a Zoom call and next thing I know “Corvaa you’re the main event. You’re going to close the show.” In my head I’m like okay now it’s game time. The MODA event was a fulfilling experience and I got to network with a lot of people in entertainment. I’m so grateful to Esmeralda Harwood for providing me this opportunity and to my team for all that was contributed.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Corvaa and I’m a musical entrepreneur. I am an Owner & Artist. I own two companies that help assist and develop other talent, brands, etc. Corvaa Music LLC was created in 2013 and provides entertainment services. This company functions as the bridge between talent and opportunity. Corvaa Music Worldwide was established in 2021 and is my publishing company. This company was formulated to create global results. I am additionally a solo Dance/Pop singer and songwriter. What makes me unique is my story and how I operate in business. I am originally from Piraeus, Greece and I am the youngest of seven from my biological family. I was adopted at 6/7 months old and raised in Long Island, New York. Ever since I can remember people have always told me I’m different but in a good way. People always told me there’s something special about you Corvaa and how you make others feel. I know I was brought to this country to create positive change and move with an open heart.

Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
When I went for genetic testing at 22 and found out I have, “a cell of uncertain significance.” That my doctors are not sure if it’s just an abnormal cell with no concern or if it is cancer. That there’s no real resolve other than to get checked. My perspective on life changed forever after that one appointment. Since that day I have continued to be monitored with what they call “coverage.”I go in to get checked every 3 months, then every 6 months, and it alternates like that to this day. My specialist wanted me to get checked every 3 months forever but waiting for the results (that often) was affecting my mental state. My biological mother passed away of ovarian cancer at 50. One of my biological sisters passed away of the same circumstance at 36. My eldest sister who is still alive was stage 4 cancer but is now doing well after going through surgery. Now keep in mind this is just one part of a long list of medical stuff I go through. It’s a lot to manage while working seven days a week but I do my best to remain positive. Moving everyday in this life and thinking you have limited time…it makes you choose wisely where to invest your energy. I want to know that I left my mark before I exit. Hopefully I will not be exiting for a while…but this experience made me realize how short life can be. That everyday I must be thankful because it can all come to an end and without much notice.

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering has taught me and continues to teach me…that without suffering there would be no compassion. Nobody wants to suffer in any regard but that exact thing is why I have so much compassion for all. It’s made me very grateful for the things I have achieved and accomplished. If everything were easy from the jump you wouldn’t truly hold the same value or be as appreciative. Success is great but it’s truly in the dark moments that you learn how successful you can become.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
People can be very judgmental based upon a single photo or post. What they’re forgetting is my job is to upload content onto social media. I am known for keeping what I share very real but this is also a business. Things are done in a certain way however you wouldn’t know me completely unless we met in real life. Social media is a glimpse into real my life but it is also structured to represent a brand. I would say the public version of me, at this point, is about 70% the real me. There is still a 30% portion that hasn’t been shared or “uploaded.”

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
That I made others feel valued and respected. That no matter how demanding my job became I always made time for everyone. That I inspired others to go after their true purpose. That I made others feel better and feel less alone or confused moving through life. That they remember me most for being a good person…with maybe a record or two that lifted their spirit or helped them through a challenging time.

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Image Credits
Cover art for Memories – Andrew Dubin
Black and white photo – Andrew Dubin
Pink dress with butterflies – Andrew Dubin

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