The Outset

Throughout my life, the songs that impacted me the most have all come from a place of brutal honesty and raw vulnerability. Every time I step into the studio, I strive to reach that place. However, far too often, deep-seated feelings of self-perceived inadequacy and crippling self-doubt would get in the way. It would affect me emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I know I’ve been blessed beyond belief, with a beautiful family and an amazing group of friends, who support me whole-heartedly. But whenever the weight of my own self-expectations were too heavy to carry, I’d shut everyone out, and lock myself in the studio until I created something honest and raw. Ironically, it always seemed to be those songs that people told me they connected with the most. 

A lot has changed for me over this past year. With the help of my family and close friends, I’ve been able to take a solid step in the right direction, and begin repairing some of the damage that low self-esteem and depression have inflicted over the years. Many of you may not know that growing up, I only had the opportunity to get to know one of my grandfathers. His first name was given to me on the day I was born, and for no good reason I was always embarrassed by it. Now, I plan to embrace it, make it my own, and wear it proudly, because it represents not who I’d like to be, or who others might expect me to be, but who I’ve always been. I’m still learning to accept myself, and be proud of who I am. I'm working on embracing my flaws and imperfections, instead of dwelling on them. This project is me stepping out of my comfort zone, and being brutally, and unapologetically, me. Expressing my true self as a songwriter, as a producer, and as a person.

Lets create something together ❤️ 

ORYN