Where It Lands

All Parts of Me

INTERVIEW BY: EMILY ARAUZA

JULY 10th, 2025

Every once in a while, you come across an artist who’s not just making music, but really feeling it—living in it. JASYN is one of those artists. At 23 years old, the Houston-based R&B/Pop singer and songwriter is building a sound that’s as emotional as it is intentional. In our conversation, he opened up about trusting instinct, finding his creative rhythm, and letting his music speak from a place of love, connection, and truth.

From humming in the back of a studio session at 16 to releasing global collaborations and his latest single “All Night Long,” JASYN shares what it’s taken to grow, evolve, and stay honest. We talked about MJ, fashion, failure, and what it really means to create something that feels like you.

Here’s what he had to say.

Jasyn: “My name is JASYN, I’m 23 years old and I’m an R&B/Pop artist (singer/songwriter) based in Houston, TX.”

Emily Arauza: “Lovely, so being both an R&B and pop artist must give you a lot of creative range—especially coming out of a city like Houston. How would you describe the sound or message you’re most drawn to when writing your music?”

J: “You know, It’s weird because it’s one of those things you’re consciously aware of but at the same time, when in the moment, all of that kind of just disappears. You just go with instinct and feeling. I’ve only recently found that sense of release and creative freedom with my last record “Worth It”, which is the first song I didn’t “sit down” and write, I just went with emotion and punched in whatever came out of me. And since then, I feel that’s been the best approach with my projects— but I’m always learning, growing and getting better as every artist does. I feel like I’ve finally figured out my “algorithm”.

EA: “That makes a lot of sense. It’s powerful to hear that you’re now leaning into instinct and emotion instead of overthinking the process. Worth It sounds like it was a turning point for you both creatively and personally. That kind of release, where it just flows out of you, usually means you’ve tapped into something real. And it’s refreshing to hear you say you’re still learning and evolving. That kind of mindset really sharpens an artist over time. So to start from the beginning, how old were you when you first started making music? When did you realize you genuinely loved it?”

J: “My message is love, connection and truth. I went to my first studio session when I was 16 years old. I was with a family friend who’s a rapper (Benji Billion) when asked if I wanted to go to the studio with him, I had never been so quick to say yes faster than in that moment, and at first, it wasn’t even to record anything, just to ride along. Eventually I just started humming to the beat they had been working on and they messed with the melody I had going. They ended up having me record it as a hook and looking back it wasn’t really the best, but that was the day I realized what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.”

EA: “It’s crazy how something so small, like just humming along in the background, can turn into a moment that shifts your whole life. The fact that they saw something in you and had you record, even when you weren’t planning on it, says a lot. Moments like that don’t happen by accident. After that first time in the studio, what did things look like moving forward? Did you jump right into recording and writing your own stuff, or did it take a minute to really figure out your sound and style?”

J: “I did go straight into it, so much so that today I lowkey regret how I went about it. For one, that ONE studio session had me thinking I was hot shit and that I could just “do it”, simple as that. Only to find myself disgusted at my own work not even 6 months after the song’s release. I had a moment of clarity and I rushed. I mean it took a long time for me to get to where I am now, I mean that’s 7 years of my life. So it definitely took a lil minute. I’ve only gotten better since doing less, in the sense of like, 'less is more' kind of mentality”

EA: “I appreciate the honesty. That kind of self-awareness says a lot about how far you’ve come, especially being able to look back and recognize where you rushed things. A lot of people don’t admit that. But honestly, it’s part of the process; thinking you’ve got it figured out, then realizing you don’t, and having to sit with that and grow through it. That “less is more” mindset seems like it’s really working for you now. What changed in your creative process once you started leaning into that approach? Was there a specific moment or project that helped you slow down and trust that simplicity?”

J: “I’d say 'Worth It' was the turning point for me, the moment of like, “oh yeah okay, I understand it now”, that I didn’t need to go about it structurally or trying to find a pattern in things. Learning to be comfortable with being uncomfortable is the best thing that can happen to you as a creator/creative. I believe what makes art what it is, is humanity. no matter what you believe, there’s a beauty to all of this—and how we go about expressing and portraying how we feel or experience, can leave in impact in ways you will never imagine. Everything I speak on is always personal, so with that, everything I do is out of honesty, whether it’s about how I feel or I’m touching on something that’s happened in my past.”

EA: “That really resonates. It sounds like Worth It gave you the space to stop overthinking and just feel your way through it, which can be one of the hardest things to do creatively. That idea of getting comfortable with discomfort there’s so much truth in that. It pushes you past ego and into something real.I really respect how personal your music is. You can tell when someone’s creating from a place of honesty instead of just trying to hit a trend or fit a mold. When you’re writing from experience like that, is it ever difficult to put those emotions out into the world? Or does it feel more freeing than anything else? Also, I’m curious..who would you say has been your biggest inspiration, either musically or personally? Someone who’s shaped the way you approach your art or even the way you see the world.”

J: “It all comes down to how I’m feeling in the moment, you kind of know subconsciously what you’re trying to do but when you put yourself in that headspace of not trying to force a topic or an event of the past or a feeling, but rather just letting whatever it is, come find its way to you. Whatever I put out, I just let it set and continue on with the song, if I don’t rock with it then I’ll hit up a few people who I feel could do the song justice, you know? Sometimes you create something that’s amazing, but it’s not meant for you, but you’re also aware that you can’t just throw away the idea just because it doesn’t match your style, genre and/or sound. But if not, I just try something else that DOES fit my mold, whatever it happens to be in that moment in time. I like to be versatile with the projects I create, whether I’m involved directly IN the project or assist on its creation. Overall, for MY music, I like to stay R&B/Pop oriented, MJ was my biggest inspiration growing up. Along with Prince, Daryl Hall and John Oats, New Edition, Boyz 2 Men, Phil Collin’s, The Backstreet Boys, and more. I was surrounded and inspired with a lot of 80’s-2000’s music.”

EA: “Wonderfully said, all are great artists. That makes so much sense, and I really like how you described that balance between trusting your instinct in the moment and also knowing when something just isn’t meant for you. That’s a level of maturity a lot of creatives don’t talk about—being able to step back and still honor the idea even if it’s not yours to finish. It’s clear you’re not just creating for ego, you’re creating for the sake of the art itself. And MJ being your biggest inspiration tracks, his influence is all about precision, showmanship, and feeling. That blend of R&B and pop with intention behind it really shows in how you approach your own process. Also I was him for Halloween one year when I was little haha. I would like to ask, is there a specific project, release, or collaboration you’re working on right now that you’re excited about? Or maybe something coming up that people should be looking out for?”

J: “For sure! I just released a new single called “All Night Long” it’s a fun, upbeat R&B, Dance record about how even true love can be toxic, but with that, you’d rather accept your persons’ flaws then start over with someone new, it’s out now everywhere on all digital platforms. I’m always working with different artist, not just from the H, but from across the world as well, I have collaborations from Brazil, Africa, Germany, UK; I don’t wanna spoil WHO I’m working with just yet but I like to broaden my network and creative bounds beyond just my physical reach. I’m always testing the bounds of my sound and I like to experiment at times with who I choose to blend my sound with.”

EA: “That’s exciting, congratulations on the release. All Night Long sounds like it carries both energy and meaning, which is such a strong combination, especially in R&B and dance. And I really respect that you’re collaborating globally. Working with artists from different cultures and sounds not only expands your reach, it deepens the artistry too. It shows you’re not afraid to grow or experiment, and that’s what keeps the work fresh. To close things out, what’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone who’s still trying to find their sound or their creative voice?”

J: “Take your time. That doesn’t mean don’t create and learn for others, always surround yourself with people whom you think are better than you. You’ll naturally be inspired to be better than them, not with a sense of envy but urgency and purpose. You have more time than you think, don’t be afraid to “fail”. Go above and beyond, give everything you’ve got, don’t leave room for regret. Give your ideas a chance, the worst hater you can face is yourself, don’t let doubt cloud the mind.”