Hailing from Maryland, singer and songwriter Yona Marie has had a taste of success with her last single trending on Spotify. The talented singer with a degree in Music Business from Jacksonville University is making her mark and continuing to pave the way in the industry with her latest single “I Gave You”.
We had a chance to chat with Yona about her new single and career goals for our Music Spotlight series. Check out the interview and take a listen to “I Gave You” and download it for free on Push Power Promo.
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Describe your music for those who have never heard it.
My music is a mix of 90s soul and current R&B flavors. The music speaks on the woes and joys of relationships and
Tell us about your new single “I Gave You”.
“I Gave You” details a woman walking out of a relationship with a man who refuses to respect her time and effort put in. Yona explains how she’s not about to sit around and give her lover chance after chance when he refuses to keep it real and be honest with her. This isn’t a cry for help and a plea for him to get it together; this is a declaration that she is cutting all ties and is moving on with her life.
What inspired you to pursue music?
I was inspired by the many musically talented people in my family; they practically forced me into the music lifestyle! Thankfully, it was a lifestlye that I quickly clung to and fell in love with.
What has been your greatest career accomplishment so far?
Not a huge success yet, but I got a
What has been your biggest challenge?
The biggest challenge I face is keeping up with consistent music releases over the years. I know it’s a
What is your music goal for the year?
By the end of the year (which is pretty close), I would love to be able to sign a deal with a music licensing company that will be able to get me some major media placements on TV for a show like HBO’s Insecure.