An Inspired Chat with COEN

We recently had the chance to connect with COEN and have shared our conversation below.

Good morning COEN, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
I believe that energy is the most important factor to me; energy translates at a molecular level that affects every aspect of life. From how we treat our bodies, to evolving the mind and the methods of feeding the soul. The way in which we handle our own energy translates into our work, our relationships, and various experiences we involve ourselves in on a daily basis. When the root of one’s action is authentic and true in purpose, everything else you touch becomes just that: your truth.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Coen, I am a recording artist/songwriter and creative based in Los Angeles, originally from San Jose, California. It is so nice to be here again with you all at Bold Journey. I write music within all genres, for various purposes (other artists, television, film, ads, and more). Additionally, I run my own Substack blog, titled ‘COEN’S WORLD’, where I share original poetry, proses, and written excerpts; as well as photography, curated music, new/upcoming projects and personal stories from my life. What makes my music and creations special is how each method is rooted in authenticity, and light work.

In my music, I draw from various sources including: my own life, the life of others, as well as dreams and stories collected over time; all of that material is then strung together to create a unique world of its own, meant to cater to that particular voice or capsule of time. As for ‘COEN’S WORLD’, larger subjects and themes are put into play, to have myself see and think bigger, as well as my readers who are on the journey with me to see life from the widest scope possible. The goal of both my music, and Substack is to aid in understanding and enjoying life as best as we can.

Currently, I have my weekly posts on Substack every Sunday at 9:30AM PST, along with writing music for my solo debut EP, as well as some new and exciting outside projects that will all be unveiled in 2026. Recently, I have had the pleasure of creative directing and being the main songwriter for ‘Butterfly Effect’, the deluxe EP by rising drag artist Shontelle Sparkles; the project is based on the theme of stepping into and owning your truest self, your purpose and trusting your individual power. Outside of these worlds, I am currently shooting content for my upcoming YouTube channel that is adjacent to my music and Substack material.

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
Living abroad for the first time really helped shaped my view on the world. When I was in high school, I spent part of a summer in France and it was my first time leaving the country; I went as an exchange student with other students in my French class and I remember being so overwhelmed. I experienced so many new emotions, met so many new people, saw things that I only ever dreamt of seeing. Being a creative at heart, I was quickly so enamored with French architecture, fine art, and most importantly, how incredible a cup of coffee was in Europe versus the US. From the most minor moments, to being engulfed by the likes of the Château de Versailles and the Champs-Élysées, I knew then there was more of the world that I wanted to be a part of.

When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
I stopped hiding my pain from myself by turning it into lyrical power. I started writing lyrics and songs in my later years of high school, shortly after experiencing so much heaviness than ever before: being in love, preparing to graduate and go to college, leaving my family and friends for the first time to strike out on my own. Many firsts were happening all at once, and while it felt so divine, it was also too much to navigate without being able to feel safe letting out my fears and worries. Ultimately, I turned to music, writing my first song in the dim hours of night, titled ‘nerves’. I still have the original lyrics in an old composition book, and every once in a while, I read those words and melody notes to remind me of where I started and why I began. I remain very proud to this day I chose music to embrace my power as a creative, and a human, a choice I will stand by for the rest of my life.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
I will always admire Aaliyah for her character. Though she has been gone for some time now, her music, interviews, sense of self and trust in herself I always found to be incredible. She really seemed like someone who truly loved life, loved creating in various mediums (mostly as an actor and singer) and who respected everyone she knew and met equally. To this day, I still rewatch interviews and listen to her words on how to lead life as an honest human and a true creative.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If immortality were real, what would you build?
I would build a castle that could fly with the clouds in the sky. I always think about what it would be like to be up there, above where I could spend time closer to the moon; as someone who has a lot of Cancer placements in their astrological chart, I have always found a deep connection to the moon. The more time I spend with it, I find myself embracing the calm and the stillness of the world. With having a castle in the sky, I could then be even closer to my course of inspiration and light, as well as welcome those I love in it as well.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/coenhutton
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coenhutton/
• Twitter: https://x.com/coenhutton
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/coenhutton/100083430555128/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoenHutton
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/coenhutton