Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Kajé of Toronto

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

Good morning Kajé, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Lately, what’s been bringing me joy outside of music is working as a project manager and interior designer. I love transforming spaces and seeing my clients’ reactions when their vision comes to life. Knowing that I’ve created a space that makes them feel happy, comfortable, and inspired truly brings me joy.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hey everyone, I’m Kajé! A Toronto-based singer, songwriter, and composer who loves blending R&B, soul, gospel, and jazz into one timeless sound. I’ve always felt like I was born in the wrong era that’s why some call me the Soul Diva. My voice and style have that old-school soul energy that carries a rasp. I’d describe myself as street sophisticated and soft, someone who feels deeply for her community but still carries a little grit and edge from real life.

I grew up in a tough neighbourhood and saw a lot of tragedy and violence, but God and music kept me grounded. That’s why everything I create comes from a real place. My songs tell stories about pain, faith, love, and resilience.

I recently dropped my new single “1 in a Million,” and I’m excited to share more timeless music and collaborate with other amazing artists who love authentic soul as much as I do.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My grandmother, Eula Lee Bond. She saw gifts in me long before I recognized them myself and brought them to light. She had a powerful sining and speaking voice which ignited my love for music! She had this piano in the dining area, and no matter what time of day it was, she’d let me play. She always told me I was beautiful and reminded me to guard my heart with all diligence, that loving people is an act of kindness, but it’s just as important to have boundaries. She was a pillar in my life, a deeply prayerful woman whose wisdom became my navigation system. Every lesson she taught still echoes through who I am and the music I create today. I miss her deeply!

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Of course, many times! Let me tell you, to create, make, and continue in music, you have to be called to it. It has to be your purpose, because otherwise, you’ll quit. You have to stay resilient when no one shows up to your shows, when the money runs low, or when writer’s block hits hard. There have been mornings I’ve woken up asking myself, what’s the point? Am I really going to make it?

Most creatives wrestle with imposter syndrome, and if there was ever a time I was ready to throw my entire dream away, it was in 2024. That year tested me in every way imaginable. The obstacles, the setbacks, it literally felt like the walls were caving in. I was ready to wrap it all up. But you know, God has a sense of humour. He sent someone my way to remind me that I’m exactly where I’m meant to be and to keep going.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would probably say that what matters most to me is my family, my peace, and my space — all three are sacred. I protect them like treasures. I’m big on energy, and I believe your environment and the people around you shape your spirit. I crave peace the way some people crave noise, it’s where my creativity and clarity live. My family keeps me grounded, and my space keeps me aligned. Together, they’re the balance that fuels me.

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What will you regret not doing? 
What I’ll regret most is not going after my dreams, not living fully in my purpose. When I’m old and sitting somewhere with silver hair and stories in my eyes, I want to look back and say I tried. Even if it didn’t all unfold the way I imagined, at least I danced with destiny. I can live with the unknown but I could never live with knowing I silenced the fire inside me!

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