Rising artist Geneva Lei is somebody you should have on your radar! Her new single “Sober” displays how Geneva Lei is an artist filled with talent and vocal ability. She’s truly in her own lane with her sound, and the subject matter can be described as intoxicating. In her new song “Sober,” Lei details a toxic kind of love that involves you loving someone, but them only reciprocating the love when they are sober. Mixed with her beautiful singing, listeners can be blown away by her talent.
“The story ‘Sober’ was inspired by being in love with someone who can only love you back when intoxicated,” Lei explains. “It touches on the subject of seeing an individual with bad intentions through rose-coloured lenses – hoping one day, they can love you that way you love them, but sober.”
The song is a relatable tune that anyone can relate to, but also throughout the track Geneva makes it known that she’s someone who can understand what her listeners go through as well. The relatability factor is an important quality to have as a new artist and Geneva hits the nail right on the head with this track. The addictive melody and message behind the music is what will have audiences returning to play this song over & over again.
“I hope my listeners can feel like someone understands the things they go through,” she says. “Also, filling in the blanks of the missing words that they don’t know how to say. Sometimes, I suck at talking about things but I can sure sing about it.”
RemixdMag had a chance to get to know more about this upcoming artist. Keep reading to learn more about Geneva Lei and be sure to stream “Sober,” out now.
What city are you from/ Where are you based now?
I’m from Olongapo City, Philippines. I currently live in Mississauga, Ontario. 30 minutes away from Toronto!
What is your artist name? What is your real name? How did you get your artist name?
My artist name is Geneva Lei which is actually my real first name. My mom got my name from my late grandma, who’s name was Genoveva! The second part of my name came from my other grandma, Lolita.
How would you describe your sound to readers who may not be familiar with you?
My sound is contemporary R&B/Soul sound which is often fused with hiphop and SoulTrap.
What’s one reason you are passionate about music and what inspires you?
I’m the way that I am because of music. Music is the only thing that made sense to me, no matter what age I was. The first time I was inspired to do music was because of my older sister Toni. She would be the one singing around the house which led me to singing around the house, and then led to performing and now, making my own music. I truly get inspired by my own personal events – I take in my life and write stories about it though my song writing. Also, I vent through my problems when I sing – good personal therapy sessions.
Who are some of your main musical influences?
Kehlani, Jhene Aiko, Jessie Reyez, Jazmine Sullivan – the list can really go on. But these are my main influences because of the way they write their music and how they sing their stories. Just unapologetic, honest and strong women – how I inspire to be seen by my audience as well. And don’t get me started with Jazmine Sullivan. That lady is insane! Her vocals can never be matched to a T. She is a beast when it comes to riffs.
Tell us the name of the project you are currently promoting? What inspired this project?
I am promoting my newest single, “Sober” which came out on October 14th, 2022. It’s a single that is coming off of my EP, which will be coming out very soon in the near future.
What is this project about in your own words?
The story “Sober” was inspired by being in love with someone who can only love you back when intoxicated. It touches on the subject of seeing an individual with bad intentions through rose-coloured lenses – hoping one day, they can love you that way you love them, but sober.
What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Include some dates if you have them.
Currently working on my first project ever! It’ll be released next year and I’m so excited to show you what my friends and I have been cooking up.
What message do you hope fans take away from your music and from this project?
I hope my listeners can feel like someone understands the things they go through as well. Also, filling in the blanks of the missing words that they don’t know how to say. Sometimes, I suck at talking about things but I can sure sing about it.
Where can we follow you on social media? Include links.
@genevalei on all socials and DSPs!
Ig: https://www.instagram.com/genevalei/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/genevalei?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
