We recently had the chance to connect with Rachel Scutti and have shared our conversation below.
Rachel, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What is a normal day like for you right now?
On weekdays, I wake up at 5:30 am and get ready for my day in the classroom. Prior to getting there, I also take care of my two dogs. From 8am-4pm, I’m teaching high school Spanish 1&2. When I get home, I’m usually exhausted but I try to work on music for a few hours before bed. Working on music for me can be simply writing a new song, promoting current music, or planning out a future music video. I’d say my “playtime” is definitely when it comes to the music part of my day.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is La Raca Flaca and I’m an independent artist based out of LA. I was born and raised in New Jersey but decided to take a risk and move to the west coast. I began recording music in 2020 and I’d say my sound can be most similar to dark-pop. All of my songs are personally written from experiences, whether it be from my own or someone else’s story.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Music has changed my entire outlook on life. Growing up in New Jersey, I had a lot of friends and family around all the time. Most of the time, if I wasn’t working, I was spending it with at least one other person. When I decided to move to California, it was bittersweet. For me, personally, It took a few years to get used to Los Angeles, but now I can finally call it “home”. As I started to get more serious about my music, around 2022, I became more hyper-focused in that area, and only in that area of my life. Although I left everyone I knew and came to a place where I barely knew anyone, I’ve become even more of a homebody as I’ve become more in-tune and active with my passion. The moments with new and childhood friends makes it that much more special and exciting since I don’t do it often anymore, though. Despite the life-changing events, I’m grateful for having taken the opportunity to move to Los Angeles.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
Most of my life, I’ve had the fear of singing in front of others. Not until I moved out to LA in 2018, did that fear disappear. I loved to write songs and sing them on my tape recorder as a kid, but only for myself to hear. Once I started living in California, I felt more comfortable, which came from both the environment and starting “fresh”.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I’m committed to working on my music for the rest of my life, or as long as it takes until I feel content. A goal of mine is to get a song synced one day. Other than that, I believe in doing better and being more successful with each new release.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m home with my two dogs, with no to-do list and no news; I don’t get to have this often, but when I do, it’s revitalizing. I also feel at peace whenever I’m on stage performing; that is my other happy place!
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laracaflaca/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@laracaflaca
Image Credits
the sitting picture – Matt Moyseenko
All song cover art (Nostalgia, The Other Syde, Ghost of Me) – Jose Castaneda
