Meet Renny Goh

We recently connected with Renny Goh and have shared our conversation below.

Renny, thank you so much for joining us today. Let’s jump right into something we’re really interested in hearing about from you – being the only one in the room. So many of us find ourselves as the only woman in the room, the only immigrant or the only artist in the room, etc. Can you talk to us about how you have learned to be effective and successful in situations where you are the only one in the room like you?

Asian representation in mainstream music has grown, but it’s still uncommon to see someone like me—a Singaporean Chinese—in this industry. I don’t see that as a limitation; instead, I focus on what I bring to the table—my unique background, perspective, and approach to music.

Professionalism always comes first—being reliable, respectful, and delivering quality work. I don’t fixate on blending in or standing out; I let my work speak for itself. Adding value is what matters, and my background allows me to contribute in meaningful ways. I take the time to understand an artist’s influences, their story, and the meaning behind their music, ensuring cultural elements are represented authentically and intentionally.

Growing up in Singapore, a uniquely multicultural environment, I was immersed in a blend of Eastern and Western influences—Mandarin pop alongside American R&B, Indian classical music next to Malay folk traditions. This diversity shaped my ability to navigate different styles, understand cultural nuances, and approach every project with an open mind.

Being the only one in the room who looks like me isn’t something I dwell on. What matters is the impact I make—bringing fresh ideas, a well-rounded musical perspective, and an understanding that elevates both the music and the team. I let my work speak for itself, and if that helps pave the way for others like me, then I know I’m moving in the right direction.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I’m Renny (Renhui Goh), a Los Angeles-based keyboardist, producer, and music director originally from Singapore.

Since launching my career in the U.S. in 2018, I’ve had the privilege of working with some amazing artists. I’ve toured internationally with Conan Gray (Republic Records), Faouzia, and Lauren Mayberry, and I’ve also collaborated in the studio with artists like Ylona Garcia, NIKI, and Ruben Wan. My production work has been featured on platforms like Spotify, Apple, NetEase Cloud Music, and various other major streaming services.

Whether I’m on stage or in the studio, I strive to blend technical mastery with creative storytelling, always aiming to create music that feels both fresh and deeply connected to its cultural roots.

I’m about to release music this year. I’ve always produced and written for others, I’ve enjoyed telling someone’s story through their music. Now, I would like to put something out there that is inspired by my own life.

“For Molly” – An original song with lush piano harmonies and lofi beats. I wrote this song thinking about my niece back home in Singapore. I only get to see her once a year when I visit, and I feel so many feelings when I spend time with her – feeling nostalgic, sadness, pride, love, all the good stuff!

“Thursday Child” – the first of the 3 solo piano works I recorded on my grandmother’s piano in Singapore.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

1) Being curious about life, and music.
2) Being kind to yourself and others
3) What I think are important areas of knowledge: Latest musical trends, staying updated with new skills (production skills etc), new forms of expression (social media platforms, video editing software etc).

My general advice is to be genuine and do what truly interests you. With the endless information easily available to us these days, it is more vital to be able to know what you are curious about. Don’t get into something because everyone else is doing it, but rather, allow yourself to be curious and steer yourself based on that.

Looking back over the past 12 months or so, what do you think has been your biggest area of improvement or growth?

Last year, I worked on 2 big productions.

I spent most of 2024 touring with Conan on his Found Heaven On Tour. We played some incredible venues like Madison Square Garden in New York, The Kia Forum in Los Angeles, and the OVO Arena Wembley in London. The production on these shows has grown with every tour, and this time, the team expanded significantly as well. It was an amazing experience to learn how productions of this scale operate, and it definitely helped me grow both as a musician and as a part of a much larger production team.

In addition to touring with Conan, I also had the incredible opportunity to serve as the music director for Faouzia’s 2024 shows and her 2025 headline arena concerts in Guangzhou and Chengdu. Faouzia really became a fan favorite on The Singer in China, and she was invited to perform two major arena shows there. Directing and arranging music for these shows was a whole new level of challenge and excitement — the teams were bigger, and the responsibilities grew with it. Working alongside my co-MD, Elijah Kai, to arrange a 2-hour long show was such a rewarding experience. We both learned a lot, not just about the intricacies of producing these massive shows, but also about managing larger teams and collaborating at that scale. It was truly a blast.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.rennygoh.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rennygoh/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gohrennygoh
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rennygoh

Image Credits

Dillon Matthew
Wrenne Evans
Benjamin Raphael Chia
Jonathan Buffum