Meet J. Mitchell

“When I was younger, I felt like my creativity was stifled. I placed limitations on myself. I have a very supportive family still to this day but growing up singing in church and having a religious background, it took me time to see that I truly had creative freedom. I thought because my father is a pastor, that obligated me to do gospel music, but I couldn’t box myself in or limit myself. Growing up with a father as a pastor, I felt there were eyes on me at all times, that effects you in adolescence. I had to be sure I didn’t present myself in a way that wasn’t in accordance with my dad and mom. I felt like I had to be perfect and it made me feel bad about myself because I wasn’t and that carried over into my day to day life and even in my music.  Although it has taken me a while to reach this point, I can honestly say, in my artistry, I found freedom, safety and acceptance. I began releasing music and marching to the beat of my own drum and life has changed for me. There is always a way out of darkness, it is up to us to change our narrative and that’s my story. My life will never be the same because of music.

No, it hasn’t. There were a lot of days I wanted to quit. Questioning my gifts or comparing my journey to others would often result in me not doing anything. My sole purpose in doing music is to offer melodic perspective. My need to create, inspire and heal through sound.

I am an artist, I sing alternative music. Primarily within the R&B realm, but I love different genres and I think you can hear those elements and sounds in my music now. I’m the most proud of myself for taking a chance on myself. Betting on my gift, going full speed, even when I’m unsure of the outcome. I’ve learned to do things even when I’m scared, I’m always better for it in the long run. My ability to relate to others sets me apart. I write music that is honest and in being honest with myself, I can inspire someone else.

I’m hopeful to continue my ascension, there’s no limit. God’s will for my life will go as he planned and I have to be okay with that. It’s somewhat scary but I believe I’ll end up right where I am destined to be, I’m hopeful I’ll be working in music or bringing others to the light and inspiring a change in perspective.