Gigi Rich

WRITTEN BY ELLA A. RAEPHOTO BY: GINA SALAVATO

Soulful vocalist Gigi Rich is back with an amazing single entitled 'Silver Linings'. I got a chance to talk to the soulful vocalist in 2017 about her start, being on the voice and her debut EP 'All In My Head'. Since then she has been writing and recording for her next project. In addition, she has also been taking classes at Julliard and online courses at Berklee College of Music. At only 20 years old, Gigi is just getting started. Read below our conversation about her current single and more.

EA: How has it been since you released your debut EP? GR: Things really picked up and doors have opened to more and more opportunities, both writing and recording. The release of this new music is so exciting for me. It's been almost two years and I feel like I'm really coming into my own, and it's cool to let people in on the process!

EA: How did the song 'Silver Lining' come about? GR: It was about a relationship I was in and one day realizing we both didn't view it the same way. I was much more into it and committed than the other person. So I wrote the song about trying to find the positive in a seemingly negative situation - and acknowledging what happened and then moving on from it!

EA: You mention in another interview that the song was about and I quote " someone I fell for - way too fast, so fast that they forgot to drop all of the dozen other people that they were still involved with in some way" What is your advice to someone dealing with that? GR: I would say if something does not seem right, then it most likely is not. I learned that people will often reveal their true intentions, and it?s a matter of identifying that behavior for what it is. Do not ignore the signs, and believe me, there are plenty if you actually take the time to understand and process them. Also, if you've made it clear what makes you uncomfortable or what you're not okay with - that is perfectly reasonable within a relationship - and they see no issue in doing it anyway? that?s a problem! At that point, even though it may be hard, it?s best to walk away for your own sanity.

EA: Does it get easier each time you sing t his song? GA: Totally! For me, it's just a jam. I still tap into that emotion but it's just more looking back on the past in a positive way. I don't carry any of it with me.

EA: When can we expect the video for your new single? GA: It's actually coming out tomorrow which I'm super excited about! We had fun with an old school visual and a classic car? it?s a really fun video.

EA: Can you give any details about your next EP? GA: My next EP will certainly different than my last. It has some more rock influences and more upbeat songs that I'm looking forward to sharing. I'll be releasing one song a month, so be on the lookout!

Gigi Rich is for certain a firey soulful vocalist that embodies the sounds of legends such as Amy Winehouse and Alica Keys. I recognized it when I heard ' Mr. Bossman' on her debut EP 'All In My Head' I can't wait to see more of what she has to offer this year. You can get Gigi's new single 'Silver Lining' on all streaming platforms. You can follow her on Instagram @iamgigirich.