We recently had the chance to connect with Bianca Varela and have shared our conversation below.
Good morning Bianca, 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 are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
I’m most proud of the foundation I’ve been building behind the scenes with my music. It’s years of unseen hours writing, recording, reinvesting every dollar, and pushing myself creatively. More than anything, it’s the discipline and resilience I’ve built in private that makes me proud. What excites me is finally seeing that momentum take shape. Each year I can feel myself leveling up as an artist, and the response from my audience proves it. I’ve dedicated my entire life to this craft, and now the progress is undeniable. It’s rewarding to know that all the sacrifice, energy, and work that nobody sees is starting to pay off.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Bianca Varela, and I’m an independent artist based in Los Angeles. I’ve been singing, songwriting, acting, and performing since the age of eight, and I’ve dedicated my entire life to this craft. Since launching my music project professionally in 2017, I’ve been intentional about building not only my sound but also my brand and the message I want to put into the world. For me, it’s always been about creating timeless music that is bold, unapologetic, edgy, and creatively outside the box. Bianca Varela is about making a statement.
Most recently, I’ve been working closely with Grammy-nominated producer Riley Urick and songwriter Sparrow, and together we’ve crafted over a dozen records that I’m preparing to release. My latest single is “Bad Bad,” with the official music video dropping September 26, 2025, on my YouTube channel. After that, I’ll be following up with my next single, “Signs,” in October, a track that feels deeply personal and one I can’t wait to share with my audience. This new chapter of my project is the most exciting yet, and I feel like everything I’ve been building is finally aligning.
Beyond the spotlight, my mission is bigger than just music. I want my art to empower people to embrace their individuality, take risks, and never apologize for who they are. My journey has been fueled by discipline and resilience, and I want that energy to come through in every record I release. More than anything, I hope to create music that outlives the moment, music that people can hold onto for years to come.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My parents were the first to truly see me before I could see myself. They recognized I had a gift for singing and performing, and they poured their energy into nurturing it by putting me in vocal lessons, dance classes, church choir, and musical plays from a young age. Performing quickly became my passion, even before I fully understood what it could mean for my future. I was also mentored by my father’s best friend, Al Baca, who taught me how to write songs and improvise melodies. At that age I didn’t have the vision I do now, but they saw something special in me and kept feeding my creativity until it became the foundation of who I am today.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was a time I almost gave up. Early in my career, I was still learning how the music industry really worked. A talented producer reached out to me on SoundCloud and wanted to collaborate. I was excited and jumped at the opportunity because I needed beats for my project and loved his sound. We agreed verbally that I wouldn’t pay upfront but that we would split royalties. For two years we worked closely together and created 17 songs, and I was so eager to finally release them.
When it came time to put out the first single, the track was flagged. SoundCloud told me I wasn’t listed as the owner of the production. When I confronted the producer, he sent me an invoice demanding $2,000 for each song we had made. That was never our agreement, and I couldn’t afford it at the time. I quickly learned my first major lesson as an independent artist: always protect yourself with a contract.
The situation escalated until I had to hire an entertainment lawyer, Jeff Neuman, to step in. In the end, I lost the rights to sixteen of those songs. The only one I was able to keep was “Cold Heart,” a record that still means a lot to me and I’m confident will make an impact. It was devastating to have my music held hostage and to feel so taken advantage of.
But instead of giving up, I chose to start over. That experience lit a fire in me to create even stronger, more powerful music. Looking back, it was a turning point. It taught me resilience, self-reliance, and the importance of protecting my art. Most of all, it proved that nothing can stop me from pursuing my vision.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would say that my music, my family, my relationship, and my health mean everything to me. They know I take my music project incredibly seriously. If there’s something important to get done for it, or if there’s a family matter I need to handle, that always comes first. The same goes for my relationship, which I protect and prioritize just as much. They also know how committed I am to working out and taking care of myself in the gym, because my health fuels everything else I do. I’ve always been focused, organized, and creative, and if something doesn’t align with my vision for the future, I don’t entertain it. To me, protecting that balance between my art, my loved ones, my health, and my future is what really matters most.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope the story people tell about me is that I was fearless in pursuing my dreams and unapologetic in my creativity. I want to be remembered as bold, loving, kind, and resilient, someone who poured her soul into her art and her life. More than anything, I want people to feel inspired by my journey and to believe that they too can take risks, chase their passions, and live without regret. Life is all about choices, and my hope is that my legacy encourages others to choose boldly, trust themselves, and create a life that feels true to who they are.
Above all, I want my family, my partner, and my closest friends to remember me as someone who loved them deeply and showed up for them. And for my fans, I want my music to continue speaking to them long after I’m gone, reminding them to embrace their power and their truth.
I lived fearlessly, loved deeply, and left music that will outlive me.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.biancavarela.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biancavarela_/
- Twitter: https://x.com/BiancaVarela_
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiancaVarelaMusic/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Biancavarela_
- Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/61m0oj5yfvDpSRnbLu
- Other: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3MctL0Ebmpno3LeXoRA8RX?si=QrKNofbHSOWEdmv8Nl5kiQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bianca-varela/930459956
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biancavarela_…
Image Credits
Photography By: Ralph Laurence Mariano
Film Studio: Redwall Studio, Las Vegas NV
Styled By: Emmy Slattery
Styled By: Natalia Rey
MUA/Hair By: Olive Rose
