Aesja Says Her Happiness Comes First in Newest EP ‘Gold’
Houston-based musician, Aesja cultivates self-love and elevation through her many records.
Aesja’s newest EP, in particular, encourages others to go with their gut. No matter the circumstance, she showcases in this project to do what’s best for you.
The 4-track effort titled Gold symbolizes finding the light in the darkness.
“Some of the greatest growth of every being happens in the dark: embryos are developed into babies in a dark womb, seeds sprout into plants in darkness, diamonds and gold are both created with immense pressure and darkness,” Aesja says.
“I started making this during one of the darkest times of my life when I couldn’t see my worth. I had to trust that I could persevere to get to a place where I knew my worth and was happy even though I couldn’t see it then. I had to excavate myself to see my true value.”
Gold digs deep into variations of R&B with classic samples, trap arrangements, and other lush components. Vocally, her range is reminiscent of songstresses like thuy.
“Right Back” and “Had Your Fun” is moreso a tell-off to a love interest who isn’t capable of being a partner. Calling him out for their disloyalty and other heinous acts, Aesja concludes that it’s best to distance herself.
“What Are You Really Ready For?” prepares a suitor for what comes with dating Aesja. She asks them important questions to see if they are qualified to be her better half.
After boldly stating that their connection must extend past the bedroom, she asks
“Are you willing to do the work to grow? Are you willing to be uncomfortable? Are you willing to do the work for it?”
“NY Vibe” explores the dog-eat world we’ve succumbed to. LIL JSEAN and Aesja leave behind those who are selfishly satisfying their emotional endeavors. They move forward with honest hearts, knowing they’ve done all they could to salvage these relationships.
As far as what she wants audiences to take away from this project, Aesja wants her listeners to know:
“There’s more than a few things I hope fans take away from this project! I hope that fans take away that it’s okay to be authentically yourself, even if you’re different from everyone else; that we are all allowed to make mistakes, learn and grow; that having boundaries and honoring them is necessary and healthy.”
Be sure to stream her latest EP ‘Gold’ – out now.
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