You may get help along the way, but the only one that can truly take you where you want to go is you.” –Mizgin
Sometimes you get an opportunity and you run with it to success and other times you have to reach out and grab an opportunity to make it work for you.
International music artist Mizgin has a little bit of experience doing both when it’s come to her musical career and steady climb up the charts to the top.
In 2008 Mizgin auditioned to compete on the Swedish TV show Körslaget which paired celebrities with aspiring singers to create a successful choir. Led by fellow Swedish music artist Hanna Hedlund, her group won taking Mizgin’s career to another level.
Fast forward to 2013, upon hearing the single “Get You Off” which was slated for an international pop star, she knew she had to have it for herself and convinced the producers to let her have it. The song became an instant hit climbing to #4 on the MTV 100’s chart.
We sat down with Mizgin to talk about her debut single along with an indepth interview for a special segment of our Indie Spotlight Series.
Check the video for “Get You Off” and the interview below.
You bring me so high, how you take it down low
These other ones try, but they never come close
– Get You Off
Thanks for taking the time to do this interview Mizgin. Tell us a bit about yourself, your name, age, where you’re from and an interesting fact if you like.
Mizgin: Thanks so much for having me. My Name is Mizgin, I’m 23 years old. Im kurd but I was born and raised in Sweden.
Is there a story behind your name, Mizgin?
Haha no not at all, that’s my real name. I got it after my Mom’s sister.
How long have you been singing?
I’ve been singing since I was 8 years old.
What first got you interested in becoming a singer?
I’ve always loved music for as long as I can remember but the music in the 90’s was really what inspired me to sing. I loved each and every second of that era… I fell in love with music.
What/who inspires your music?
I would not say that a specific person inspires me, it’s more about emotion and feelings. To sing is more of a feeling for me, I love the feeling I get from singing. I can’t exactly put into words how it makes me feel but life inspires me.
Do you see being a singer as a career, or as a hobby?
Definitely a career. I want this forever. I love doing music and want to work with it for the rest of my life.
What are you trying to do with your music? Do you want to help your community? Are you trying to get rich? What is your goal for your music?
Well, I’m chasing my dreams. One of my goals is to break down the segregation in music and to create music that’s influenced by everything. I want to make music that dominates pop culture.
And if I can help someone along the way that would just be better. If there is one thing I want to do with my music it’s to show them not to be afraid and to be yourself. Never doubt you, carry yourself with great confidence; I mean who decides whats good or not? So you might as well do what you like and be confident about it. We all have different passions in life, and you don’t have to have an excuse to be just you!:)
I don’t do it for the money, success and have things is nice but I don’t believe that you can be successful as an artist if you’re only in it for the money. You need to be passionate about what you do or you will burn out quickly.
Have you ever performed live? How did it feel?
Yeah a few times so far. I got a bit nervous in the beginning, but then when that is all gone I don’t want to get off the stage anymore haha…
Do you have any kind of management, publishing or distribution team behind you? If so what are their responsibilities?
Yes, I have a great team, I think the key to success for any artist is having a great team behind you. My Manager, Label, Producers, and Songwriter’s really work around the clock to ensure I am winning in all aspects of my career. I am trying to create something that is lasting not just here today and gone tomorrow. That takes time and a village which I am fortunate to really work with some of the best in the industry.
What are some accomplishments that you have achieved, and are most proud of?
Having my record go #4 on MTV’s Top 100 was really exciting!!
Have you ever made any contact with major artists or other high positioned people in the music industry and do you keep in contact with them?
Haha no, and that is nothing I’m striving for either, I’m busy working on my craft. My Management connects me with who I need to be connected with.
What is one tip would you give to other aspiring independent artists?
Be you and put your head down and work; independent artists have to work twice as hard so you can’t be afraid of hard work and going for it.
What do you see is in the future for the music industry? How do you think it will evolve/change?
People need music. Music is life’s soundtrack. Creatively the future looks bright. What is really great is so many styles and genres are beginning to emerge. It’s really an exciting time in music to be a creator and performer of music but you have to be smart to succeed.
Do you feel like the internet is helping you as an independent artist?
Absolutely… The internet is distribution now. Its a powerful tool. It gives an Artist global possibilities and it gives fans the opportunity to connect with you in a more personable way.
How do you think social networks such as Facebook and Twitter have affected the music industry?
Twitter and Facebook have become effective tools for artists to stay connected with their fans, share music, and updates instantaneously and globally – I think these sites have affected the music industry in a good way. It’s a cool thing…a bit addicting sometimes. :
Where can we hear your music online?
Nearly everywhere digital music is sold or streamed: iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Vevo, YouTube, Spotify, MTV.com, Yahoo Screen, etc.
What projects are you working on at the moment?
I am in the studio now working on my album. The records we are doing are really exciting and I can’t wait for the world to hear them. This album will be like nothing you have heard before. We go from crazy radio bangers to full on cinematic ballads over trap beats. I really want to take the listener on a journey so that is what we are setting out to do
Where do you see yourself in 5-10 years time?
I will still be doing music and hopefully the world will continue to share my story with me.
Do you have any shout outs you want to give?
I would like to give a shout out to my fans! Without their support I wouldn’t be able to live my dream and for that I am eternally grateful and my awesome team working around the clock!
Thanks again Mizgin for doing this interview.
My pleasure. Thank you.
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