Written By: Sammy Approved (@thecnsamuel)

Embark on the Next Wave this month with a true queen and lyrcist named Nesha Nycee. The St. Louis born artist has created a name for herself across the globe as an international star, who’s not letting up anytime soon. Read more about her journey and how she’s creating her path in music.

The Queen is here and her energy is truly infectious. If you have ever seen Nesha Nycee in action, you know exactly what we mean. The artist was born in St. Louis and raised in Atlanta, claiming her “St. Lanta” as the perfect blend of her unique upbringing.

This month we share ‘Next Wave’ artists, who gracefully “embark” on their path as superstars. Nesha would describe herself as “a true queen, who is constantly making something outta nothing.” She’s unapologetically coloring outside the lines.

“I was created to Create, and I am exactly what art is,” Nesha tells us.

In terms of creating a brand or name for herself, Nesha Nycee allows her energy to do the talking. She believes that people relate to her “authenticity, consistency and tenacity.”

I personally met this Queen many moons ago, performing around the city of Atlanta, constantly supporting artists carving out their own lanes and being a light amongst an often dark industry. Since then, her community has watched the continuous growth as she jet sets across the globe with her gifts.

“I’ve been able to evolve by constantly holding myself accountable also by keeping my creativity as open as possible by exploring different sounds, different collaborations,” she told us of her evolution. “I’ve been able to evolve by trial-and-error day to day experiences and by soaking up as much knowledge as possible.”

Nesha credits her energy to be her superpower and the gift that propels her and her art forward. While there are several artists to listen to in an ever-growing industry, Nesha realizes that her art is unique and for a community who appreciates it. Still, that doesn’t mean she hasn’t been discouraged on the journey.

“In a space where music is something everyone does now a days it can get discouraging no matter what stage of the game you’re at,” Nesha adds. “I just always stick to what works for me and what I feel like my core audience would enjoy building a community is really where you win more than ever.”

Nycee recently debuted her latest project Nutritional Facts, which is a Pop album boasting nine songs. Her singles “Trauma” and “Refreshed” have gained momentum on streaming, and it’s the first project she’s released since her project M.I.M.O.S.A in 2021.

Her music is meant to educate her community on how to live well and spread love. Nesha would say that her purpose is to cultivate a long lasting impact whernever and wherever she shows up.

“Everything about what I’m doing is ethereal and has purpose,” Nesha continued. “I’m not out here wasting words. I’m being intentional and leaving a lifelong lasting impact whenever I show up.”

Nesha’s journey started at the tender age of 9 years old. Music became a platform for her to use her voice, when she didn’t have one. She credits the people around her early on, who believed in her and ultimately, fueled her to believe in herself.

“Started recording at 12, and began performing at 16,” Nycee told us.

It was at the age of 17 when she got her first shot at an open mic to perform on Atlanta’s heritage radio station, V103. The rapper performed a battle live on air, and itw as the first time the world was able to experience her artistry for 9 weeks straight.

Nesha’s influences range from OutKast, The Dungeon Family, Queen Latifah, Eve, Nicki Minaj, Nipsey Hussle, Missy Elliott, Whitney Houston and so many more.

“Their fearless, bold messages and style is what permeates most for me and it has always inspired me,” she adds of her inspirations.

Nycee has had several opportunities to embark on her path as a successful artist. From her battle on V103 to freestyling on Sway in the Morning, the rapper is certainly leaving her mark.

“Getting the opportunity to interview and freestyle on Sway in the Morning is a childhood dream of mine that came true,” Nesha reminisces on her major career milestones so far. “Super blessed and still in disbelief.”

She also credits working with producers Zaytoven and Tasha Catour significant wins throughout her journey. Nycee landed a placements on popular TV series “Euphoria” and “P-Valley,” which she also notes as career highlights so far. There are so many impactful times throughout her career like getting her music video on BET and MTV and touring international to 7 countires.

“God is amazing,” she adds. “It just honestly makes me want to go harder to top those last accomplishments. ‘if I did that, I know I can do this’ type of attitude.”

The key for Nesha to continue topping her last win is self-mastery. She believes that in order to embark on her personal path to success, she must first hone in on each gift God has bestowed upon her.

“This is a season to really tap in to take it to a level I never imagined,” Nesha declares. “I see so many things for my myself and my brand. I will travel this entire globe impacting every soul I meet.”

And, so it shall be. Nesha offers a refreshing take on music, and she believes that it’s what the game has been missing for so long. She doesn’t use profanity in her music and fans can still enjoy her songs while turning up at the club.

Nesha’s formula to success is to keep going, keep God first and continue betting on herself. Yet, the most important key to her future is, “remaining humble.”

She’s most excited to cement her legacy, more major endeavors, continuous personal growth and building her audience around the world. As for those looking to create their own wave, Nesha’s advice is simple, “Keep God first.”

“You have to find out what your wave is what that means to you,” Nycee adds. “Because chasing after someone else’s wave you may drown. You have to learn as much information about this business as you can. You have to remain a student in this game and don’t take no for an answer. Make a way when there is none.”

Continue to support Nesha Nycee’s music and future endeavors by following her on social media here.

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