Life & Work with Iman Sàmone

Today we’d like to introduce you to Iman Sàmone.

Hi Iman, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Growing up I grew up with a strong love for the arts. My home life was very musically oriented we were a very loud family (still are) singing, dancing, acting, modeling, makeup, fashion, etc. just putting on any type of show to pass the time. My family loved to call me “diva” because of how dramatic I was. I honestly loved the spotlight lol. Over time I found such a strong love for anything that allowed me to be creatively involved at such a young age. I’ve always had so much to say so the one way I was able to do that was through music, poems, writing, any form of expression. Being a childhood actress, I got my start in Seoul, Korea. That’d opened the can of creativity for me. As a child I was bullied a lot so over time I became strongly invested in mental health, organizations that involve people coming together, and public speaking.

Music was something I felt had no judgment of character the one thing you could put on to escape from the chaos, to heal wounds you’ve never spoken on it allowed me to be free. I loved artists such as Beyonce, Aaliyah, Alicia Keys, Tina Marie, and so many more. These artists inspired me, and I knew I wanted to be a performer. I decided I wanted to attend a performing arts college (I resigned) while my experience there was cut short, I did learn many skills that I am thankful for. Now I continue to grow my audience on social media which is a platform I am very grateful for. Given the opportunity to connect with people around the world has been beautiful. Anyways long story short. I’m an artist, singer, songwriter, model, influencer, and writer.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Smooth? No. Have I learned anything? Yes. Growing up I moved around a lot being a part of a military family I experienced many different styles and cultures. While I am grateful for the experiences I’ve been given growing up being, the new girl came with its struggles. In school, people had already formed their clicks and “social status” I was often the odd one out. It was hard for me to make friends especially being a shy person (until you got to know me) so that resulted in to eating alone, being made fun of, and being the pun in people’s jokes. While this may seem like yikes looking at the brighter side of things, it did get a lot better, and I found a lot of comfort and peace in being by myself. Auditions throughout this time were awful constantly being scammed by companies, not being able to find work, jealousy, and learning about the way of the world all of it was a mess but it was my mess.

As I thought to myself if I’m going to f*** it all up, I might as well do it while looking good. I left college due to bullying and lack of vision. Being at this school made me feel small, less seen, and less heard. I felt like I became paralyzed with fear of even wanting to continue in the arts if there was even room for me there or if I’ll even make it at all. On top of that, it was just a lot on my mental health. There’s one thing my mom has always told me “When you’re most afraid, that’s when you make the jump”. So, I made the decision to leave college and set out my sites elsewhere. Up to now, while I’m working as an influencer and on music, I still struggle with my own challenges. Music is still my first love, and I find so much beauty in the mess-ups in life as it allows us to have a chance of growth.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
As I am still in the process of creating who I am as an artist (it has been fun) I have discovered that I love all of the arts, and I can’t just pick one that I love the most. During the lockdown, I continued to put myself out there on social media and that opened so many doors of opportunity for me which I am extremely thankful for. As of now, I continue to grow my platform on social media, connect with other artists around the world, and I’ve had the honor of being featured on Snapchat, Tik Tok, Articles, and Brand Deals. I also look forward to the many opportunities that lie ahead. Although I do looove these opportunities, I’ve been given and doing these things I am a signer darling. I am Iman Samone. I love music I will always love music, and I will continue to work on that until I feel my craft is spiritually where it needs to be until I release that into the world. Music has no end, and that’s what’s most exciting to me.

What I am the proudest of is facing my fear of putting myself out there. I am a perfectionist and struggle with anxiety so I tend to get into my head a lot especially when it comes to my creative side. Pushing through this and putting myself out there has made me very proud of myself by blocking out the outside noise of any negativity and just simply owning it and doing what I love has made me the happiest. I am very grateful for my supporters on social media and hope to continue to grow with time. What I feel sets me apart from others is staying true to myself and owning it all of it. Although I am a Gemini, and we don’t have the best rep. Staying true to myself has saved me a lot in this game. Also, my work ethic when I put my mind to something I will get it done there are no limits to how far I can go and what I am capable of after all we are the drivers to the destination in our lives. So I’m going to enjoy the journey while getting there.

What matters most to you?
I’ve always said if there’s one thing I’d want the world to know about me it’d be my heart. But I’d have to say what I feel matters most to me is people understanding the power of their own voice. For so long in my life, I felt like I had become silenced by my past life events and experiences. It felt like the light left my body going down what I’d like to call the rabbit hole of your past. I had become just closed off from so much. I’d never want anyone to do that to themselves. If you have something to say, say it! If you want to put yourself out there, do it. The only thing that’s standing in your way is YOU!! No one in this life can be you, and that’s your power and it is a pretty cool one if you ask me. We often get so caught up in the mistakes we’ve made in life or let our own minds run wild we lose sight of what’s right in front of us. God didn’t create seven days for no reason that gives us a chance to get up and start again. Every day we’re changing and becoming better/wiser with time, and the one thing I’d want people to know is that anything they put their minds to they can accomplish and to stay true to themselves no matter how weird that may be. We’re all little butterflies and deserve our chance to fly but I hope you know that time is every day.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imansamone
• Other: https://www.tiktok.com/imansamone

Image Credits
Daniel Jesus @d444nnyboy D’Angelo Butler-Phillips @dangelob_pofficial