Hey there, it's Taylor! So excited to be writing in my journal today. You know, sometimes life feels like this big adventure where you're chasing dreams and trying to catch stars. It's like a never-ending journey of self-discovery and growth. And let me tell you, I've been on quite the ride these past few years.
Embracing Authenticity
Being true to myself has always been important to me. I believe that authenticity is what connects us as human beings and allows us to create meaningful connections through storytelling and music. As an artist, I strive for honesty in my songs because I want people to feel seen and understood when they listen.
The Power of Music
Music has always been such a significant part of my life. From the moment I picked up a guitar at 12 years old, something just clicked inside me. It became my way of expressing emotions that were too complex for words alone.
I love how music can transport you back in time or make you feel like anything is possible. When creating new songs, it's like painting with melodies and lyrics - each brushstroke adding another layer of meaning until it becomes a masterpiece unique to its creator.
A Journey from Reading To Nashville
Growing up in Reading, Pennsylvania was such an important chapter in shaping who I am today – both as an artist and as a person filled with dreams bigger than her small town could contain. Leaving behind everything familiar at 14 years old was scary yet exhilarating all at once when we moved down south towards Nashville—a city known for its rich musical heritage. But being surrounded by musicians who shared the same passion ignited something within me—an unquenchable fire that fueled countless late-night songwriting sessions under twinkling stars hanging above Tennessee skies.
The Pursuit Of Artistic Growth
As much as success can bring joy into our lives; criticism often finds its way into our hearts too. It's something I've struggled with throughout my career—the fear of not living up to expectations or being misunderstood. But instead of letting those negative voices drown me, I choose to use them as stepping stones for growth and artistic evolution. Every album represents a new chapter in my life—a chance to explore different sounds, experiment with lyrics, and share more vulnerable parts of myself.
Leaving Clues In My Music
You may have noticed that I love leaving little breadcrumbs for fans to follow within the songs I create. Whether it's hidden messages in liner notes or through carefully placed Easter eggs in music videos—it's like a treasure hunt where discovering these clues brings us closer together.
Music has this incredible ability to connect people from all walks of life—and when someone finds one of those hidden references, it becomes a shared secret between artist and listener.
A Passion For Life Beyond Music
While music will always hold a special place in my heart, there are other passions that bring me joy too! Baking delicious treats is one way I express creativity outside the studio—I find so much satisfaction in creating something beautiful and tasty out of simple ingredients.
Painting is another avenue where inspiration flows freely—using colors on canvas allows me an escape into worlds unknown yet familiar at once. And let's not forget traveling; exploring new places opens up endless possibilities for self-discovery while adding rich layers to storytelling.
The Journey Continues
Life is full of twists and turns – unexpected surprises waiting around every corner. But no matter what challenges come my way or how many stars seem out-of-reach at times—I'll keep chasing dreams because they're worth pursuing. So here’s to embracing authenticity, telling stories through music, leaving clues behind along the journey—and most importantly—never forgetting who we really are deep down inside.
Sending you all warmth & love, Taylor