It feels amazing to see all of my hard work finally pay off.
I really like to vibe with people and to connect, and I know that I'm a stronger artist now than what I used to be.
I used to have imaginary friends.
I really like dancehall. I really like reggae. I'm a big fan. Bob Marley and all that.
When I was little, I used to listen to Lauryn Hill, so that's that hip-hop and R&B influence in me.
It's my first baby, 'IlumiNATTI.' I'm taking risks, but I feel like I'm doing it for all the Latinos out there.
As a little girl, I was in the church chorus.
Lauryn Hill inspired me so much. She had that whole women's empowerment vibe in all of her songs back when that didn't even exist.
I want to bring light to my music, to women all over the world. I want to illuminate them with power and a voice, to feel special.
I watch 'Under the Dome.' Oh my God! I love it.
I watched 'Dexter,' but it ended in a really weird way. I think it's going to start over again because he's a new character; he's like a fisherman.
'Makossa' is from Africa, and it means 'dance.' It's also the name for this type of music. In my song, I decided to mix in some Jamaican sounds, like the steel drums.
That's the key to becoming successful in this industry: to dare and to not be afraid.
Being recognized as a professional by other males is the hardest thing that women have been able to do.
The hardest part about the music industry for anyone is getting into the ears of the world.
Own what you have, be happy, love your family, and be sure of yourself no matter what passion you are chasing.
Little by little, I get to see my music reach people's hearts. There was a time when it was all part of a dream that others didn't believe in, but I had all my faith and trust that one day it was going to be a reality.
I feel like women have so much more to offer: our essence, or flavor, and our part of the story.
The culture of the Dominican Republic definitely influenced me. We enjoy music in this crazy way; we celebrate absolutely everything.
Supporting other girls and other women in your surroundings - it could be anything, not necessarily music - it is you giving back to the world.
