3 minute read
DEVIN HAILEY
Q. Thanks for interviewing with us, tell everyone who you are and where you’re from?
Advertisement
A. It’s my pleasure. Well I was born in Nyack New York then I spent my teenage years in Bethlehem PA now I reside in Maryland.
Q. Who have been your biggest supporter and inspiration in being in the music industry?
A. Well my biggest supporter is my mom by far she has always believed in me and my talent and Uncle
JoJo and Tiny have done so much for me over these past few years helping me bring everything together and they really push me to be the best artist that I possibly could be. As far as inspirations musically I’m heavily inspired by artists that made it when the odds were stacked against them guys like 50 cent come to mind or even an older artist like Ray Charles. Those stories always capture me and tell me that anything is possible if you work hard.
Q. Tell us about your single “Kick It 2 U” and the motivation behind it?
A. Well “Kick It 2 U” is a physical manifestation of that genuine pure interest you show in the first stages of love. It was one of those songs that just felt right while we were recording. Everything just came together perfectly. That day was hard for me for personal reasons so to have something so happy and joyful come out of that day really means a lot to me.
Q. Who could you see yourself working with in the music industry?
A. Personal goals for me would be guys like Jay Z, Nas and many other legends but in all honesty, I would love to work with anyone who likes to have a good time and create in the studio. I’m a big believer in chemistry and you never know who you have it with until you lock in with them and put in work.
Q. What new skill or hobby have you picked up since the start of the pandemic?
A. Haha believe it or not while most people filled their day with new activities, I just took the time to double down on my music and I been locked in the studio.
Q. With Social distancing being the new normal;
What’s the next big step for you?
A. For me my next step is just to make the best out of any situation life throws at me. We can’t let these things get in the way of connecting to our fans it’s just time that the world finds new innovative ways to do so but we are still here.
Q. Can you give us some words of inspiration you can provide to aspiring artists?
A. Just believe in yourself and surround yourself with people who believe in you even more. Never settle and remain honest with yourself. Integrity is valuable.
Q. What is one fun fact about yourself?
A. Fun fact about me is that I love to cook. You name it and I’ll attempt to make it haha.
Q. Are you working on any new projects?
A. Right now me and the team JTEntertainment have so much in store for everybody. “Kick It 2 U” will be released on September 11th and you’ll just have to stay tuned to see what’s next.
Q. Where can our readers follow you?
A. You can follow me on: IG: @Dhaileydirect TW: @Dhaileydirect FB: Devin Hailey Music YT: Devin Hailey Music.
