It is never hard to spot the kids that will likely go on to have some sort of spotlight on them in the future. They’re the kids always singing and dancing about that eventually grow into artists like Angelyse Mariah. The girl who dreamed it is now living it with a cascade of great singles coming from her direction, which we talked about. From “Control” to “Corny Texts,” Angelyse Mariah got into the music to how people can up their texting game – all of that and more with this rising star.
Kendra: You come across as someone who knew very early on in life that music was their calling. Is that the case? Did you have your sights set on being a singer as a kid?
Angelyse Mariah: Yes! One of the very first things I knew about myself was that I wanted to be an entertainer. From as early as I can remember, I would always be dancing and singing with the music videos playing on TV. I would envision myself in those music videos and performing for people all the time.
Since you started releasing music, you’ve been pretty consistent. You’ve got over half a dozen songs out now. Are there any plans to drop an EP or LP, or do you like the sort of freedom of dropping singles?
Angelyse Mariah: Honestly, I really do enjoy dropping singles. With each single I have been releasing I feel closer and closer to the music and my “sound”. It gives me the freedom to try new things and methods in the studio. As far as dropping an EP, I have definitely talked about it but I want to wait for the right time.
Kendra: You’ve got a couple of recent singles out that are undeniable. “Corny Texts” is too relatable for anyone who has dated in the 21st century! What do you think men can do to up their texting game?
Angelyse Mariah: The biggest advice to up your texting game is to be consistent and funny. I have to admit, I am a terrible texter, so unless you are witty or in my face, I get bored pretty fast. Make yourself interesting enough for me to want to FaceTime you.
Kendra: Then with your latest, “Control,” you amped things up by making this a bilingual bop. Are you going to be incorporating more Spanish into your music moving forward?
Angelyse Mariah: Incorporating Spanish into my music has been something I have been getting ready to do since I started releasing music. I wanted to get comfortable enough with my writing skills before releasing a song in Spanish. You can definitely look forward to more Spanish-incorporated songs.
Kendra: So I do a podcast all about crushes and “Control” reminded me of how we can sometimes lose control when a new crush develops. With that, I’d love to know what three things make you lose control when you find yourself with a new crush.
Angelyse Mariah: At this point in my life, I need someone that balances me out and enjoys the same things that I do. The three traits I look for in someone are assertive, active, and an aesthete.
Kendra: Time for a side note: This month I’m asking everyone for a song they listen to when they’re feeling a little lost creativity and are in need of some musical inspiration…
Angelyse Mariah: I find myself listening to so many different genres of music that it’s always hard to narrow it down to just one thing that I can draw inspiration. Since the weather is warming up here and in New Jersey, and summer’s starting, I have been listening to more house music.
Kendra: Lastly, with a couple of new singles out now, what else can fans be on the lookout for as we roll into summer?
Angelyse Mariah: This summer, fans can look out for a ton of live shows. I have all the information posted on my Instagram.