We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Ana Gia a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Ana, so good to have you with us today. We’ve got so much planned, so let’s jump right into it. We live in such a diverse world, and in many ways the world is getting better and more understanding but it’s far from perfect. There are so many times where folks find themselves in rooms or situations where they are the only ones that look like them – that might mean being the only woman of color in the room or the only person who grew up in a certain environment etc. Can you talk to us about how you’ve managed to thrive even in situations where you were the only one in the room?
As a female producer working primarily in the hip-hop world, I’ve often found myself as the only woman in the room. From the start of my career, most of my collaborators have been men, and many studio sessions placed me in that position. Fortunately, I’ve never experienced disrespect from the artists I’ve worked with — no one ever made me feel like I didn’t belong there.
I focused on earning my place through hard work, skill, and consistency. Over time, I’ve been recognized first and foremost for my talent and my professionalism, which is all I ever wanted. Still, the industry — especially the rap scene — is missing many more female producers. I truly hope that changes soon, and I’m committed to being part of that shift.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
I first discovered my passion for music when I started spending time in the Parisian hip-hop scene as a teenager. I met Cut Killer — one of the most iconic DJs and producers in France — and he introduced me to beat-making when I was 17. That moment changed everything for me. I instantly knew that music was what I wanted to dedicate my life to.
Today, I split my time between Los Angeles and Paris, working as both a topliner and a producer. I’ve contributed to several albums, mostly within the hip-hop world but also in the pop scene in LA, which has allowed me to explore a wider artistic spectrum and collaborate with incredibly talented artists on both continents.
I’m currently joining Sony Music Publishing MENA as a producer, and I’m genuinely excited about this new chapter. For a long time, North African and Middle Eastern artists were overlooked by major publishers who didn’t believe that these sounds would one day play a major role in the global music landscape. But that moment has arrived. The region is full of creativity, innovation, and raw talent, and I’m proud to be part of this wave that’s finally getting the recognition it deserves.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Looking back, three things really shaped my journey.
1. My instinct for catchy melodies and toplines.
That’s the first thing people notice about my work. If you’re starting out, train your ear constantly — rewrite hooks, study the melodies you love, and practice until it feels effortless.
2. My cinematic, rhythmic approach to production.
I love mixing cultures, textures, and unexpected sound combinations. My advice: stay curious. Explore genres outside your comfort zone and build a sonic identity that only you can offer.
3. My deep roots in hip-hop and electronic music.
Specializing in these genres gave me a strong artistic base and helped my sound stand out. For newcomers: pick a lane first. Master it. Once you know the rules, you can break them in your own way.
If you knew you only had a decade of life left, how would you spend that decade?
I’d spend those ten years creating, traveling, loving, and leaving behind music that speaks louder than time, discovering new cultures, and enjoying real moments with the people who matter.
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