Today we’d like to introduce you to Sophie Gonzalez.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Sophie. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
Music is something that’s always been a part of my life and really essential to my being…but I didn’t get serious about it being a career until I started college. It was a really formative time for me as a musician and a person…I learned a lot about the musician I wanted to be and that’s when I started writing music. Ever since then, I’ve continued to write as music as possible and practice my instruments as much as possible. A goal of mine is to be really good and really respected by the musicians in my community.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
Releasing anything with your name on it is kind of scary. It’s so hard cause you to get into this weird spiral of thoughts where you wonder – are people going to like this? Will everyone get it? Does this ACTUALLY sound good? I think that’s probably the hardest part of being a musician. Of course, there are the obvious things, like money, and time…but I guess I’m just so passionate about what I do that those obstacles aren’t even really challenging for me. I make it work because I love what I do.
Can you give our readers some background on your music?
I released my first EP “Waiting On A Sign” back in 2017. I also just put out two singles this year, one is called “Drive into the Sun” and the other is “Like You”. I’m a bit slow to release new music and I think it’s because I’m constantly out and trying to receive the world in order to create new music. I’m planning on recording an album next year, so right now I’m in a major writing phase. I also work as a vocalist in LA, and I’m a music teacher too. I try to do anything and everything that’s music-related cause you never know. Every single moment I live is musically inspiring and I’m very lucky to be my own boss.
Has luck played a meaningful role in your life and business?
Lady Luck and I are not the best of friends. I’ve spent most of my life watching my friends and loved ones succeed in their respected career paths. Although I’m totally proud of my progress and latest releases, I think it’s about time for my dance with Lady Luck. I have a pretty strong feeling the final few years of my 20’s will bring about some success. I think luck is a big part of being successful in this industry, BUT I do think that surrounding yourself with these lucky people can get you where you need to be. Trusting your gut requires no luck at all, and so far that’s been working pretty well for me. Working hard, and being nice – that also doesn’t require luck and it works well for many people (including myself).
Contact Info:
- Email: [email protected]
- Instagram: @sunshinesophierae
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/sunshinesophieraemusic/
Image Credit:
Briana Loya, Mark Pacificar
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