Today we’d like to introduce you to Yo$hi Babyyy.
Hi Yo$hi, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Music has been a part of my life since I was a baby. My dad used to play all kinds of genres—rock, R&B, old school hits—and he didn’t just play the music, he’d break it down for me. He taught me how to listen for double meanings in lyrics, how a song could say one thing but feel like something else entirely depending on how it was sung or delivered. That early exposure shaped the way I connect with music to this day.
Growing up, I was in choir, ballet, spirit teams, and later became a majorette in high school. Watching band directors and choreographers create entire performances from scratch lit a fire in me. It made me believe, “If they can do this, so can I.” That’s how I’ve approached music and life ever since—if I can imagine it, I can bring it to life.
I started writing music in private, because I knew I wasn’t quite where I wanted to be vocally or lyrically. I’d sit in my room mimicking artists like Natasha Bedingfield, trying to train my voice and figure out my sound. I remember one day my sister—out of six of us—walked in on me singing and said, “Wait, you can sing?” That moment gave me the confidence to start sharing my writing with her, and it became our little creative bond.
As an adult, I finally stepped into the studio. My first few songs? They were honestly not it. I knew they weren’t ready. But I didn’t stop—I took a break, worked on my voice, studied songwriting, and came back stronger. That’s when I made Replay—a grown-woman, sensual track full of innuendos that felt exactly like who I was becoming. It was the first time I felt like, “This is me.”
Since then, I’ve released more music, performed at events alongside some of Dallas’ most respected artists, and continued to grow. My latest single Crash Out is a motivational anthem for women who’ve been betrayed, hurt, or overwhelmed. It’s about not letting your past define you—choosing to move forward, stronger and better. That’s the message I want my music to carry.
Right now, I’m focused on creating more music, doing more shows, and building my brand as Yo$hi Babyyy. I love turning ideas into visuals, emotions into lyrics, and thoughts into performances. This journey is personal, powerful, and still unfolding—but I’m loving every moment of it.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It hasn’t been a smooth road, but it’s definitely been a meaningful one. I’ve always known I had something in me—I just wasn’t always clear on what exactly I wanted to do or how I wanted to sound. I knew music was a part of me, but I wanted to be intentional about how I expressed it.
In the beginning, I was writing, singing, and experimenting a lot, but I wasn’t ready to fully share it with the world until it felt right. I had a standard and a vision—I just needed time to define it. My first studio experiences were a wake-up call. I was excited, but the final product didn’t match what I heard in my head or felt in my spirit. So I took a step back—not to give up, but to realign.
I focused on developing my voice, sharpening my pen, and figuring out how to translate my energy into the music. When I finally made Power, it felt like I had unlocked something. That song was about leveling up and standing firm in who I am—not letting anyone play with me about my worth or my craft. I wrote it during a time when I felt like I was pushing toward something greater, but the people around me were resisting it. It felt like they saw my potential and were uncomfortable with it. But instead of shrinking, I leaned into it. That tension gave me fuel—and Power was born from that realization.
Outside of the music, life has had its moments—juggling motherhood, maintaining focus, and building something real from the ground up. All of that has shaped the way I move as a woman and an artist. Songs like Crash Out speak to those moments where you feel overwhelmed, but you remind yourself of who you are and what you’re capable of.
It’s all part of the process—refining, evolving, and creating something that reflects who I am and what I stand for.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
As an artist, I go by Yo$hi Babyyy, and I create music that blends energy, emotion, and empowerment. I write, record, and perform songs that reflect different parts of who I am—bold, feminine, layered, and creative. I specialize in writing with intention. Every line I write has meaning behind it, whether it’s playful, powerful, or poetic. I don’t make music just to make noise—I make music to say something, even if it’s layered with innuendo or wrapped in a vibe.
I’m known for my presence, the way I show up on stage, and the way I create music that people feel. Whether I’m performing or dropping a track, I want it to be an experience. I pull from all the things that shaped me—my background in dance, my love for storytelling, and the way I see and feel music visually. That shows up in everything I do, from how I move to how I write to how I brand myself.
Since COVID, I’ve been recording myself after investing in my own equipment. I wanted to have full creative control, and now I record my vocals, write my songs, and even engineer my sound when needed. I come up with all of my own choreography, schedule rehearsals, and handle the full vision behind my performances and visual content. I also write everything—from songs to scripts—and I’m expanding into writing for shows and movies as well. And on some days, I pick up my camera and shoot—I’ve developed my skills as a photographer, which helps with my content and visuals too.
One of the things I’m most proud of is how I’ve developed my sound on my own terms. I didn’t rush the process, and I didn’t let outside pressure shape me. Songs like Power, Crash Out, and $tacks came from real moments in my life, and the fact that people connect with them means everything to me. Power is all about standing firm in who you are and not letting anyone play with you about your craft or identity. Crash Out is about knowing there’s always better ahead, even when people try to break your spirit. $tacks is about reclaiming what’s mine—anything I’ve lost, I’m getting back. It’s about working for it, knowing that a higher power is working in my favor, and that nothing meant for me can be denied.
I’ve performed at events alongside artists who are known and respected in the city, and I did it with my own lane, my own vibe, and my own message.
What sets me apart is the combination of my authenticity and vision. I don’t try to fit into a box. I embrace who I am—a woman, a creator, a performer, a mother, a thinker. I have fun with this, but I also take it seriously. From the writing to the visuals to the way I market my work, I’m hands-on because I care about every part of it.
And I think people feel that. They don’t just hear my music—they see the whole picture I’m painting. That’s what makes it real.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Yes, I definitely have a toolkit I use to stay creative and keep everything flowing. I’m big on using what’s available to me and figuring things out as I go. I’ve always believed if I don’t know something, I can look it up, watch a video, or just dive in and learn it by doing.
I use Voice Memos constantly. That’s where a lot of my music starts—just raw ideas, melodies, or lines that come to me in the moment. I’ll be driving or walking around and hit record. I use my Notes app for writing lyrics, full songs, visual concepts—basically everything. It’s like my digital notebook that goes with me everywhere.
Pinterest is huge for visual inspiration. I create boards for music video concepts, fashion, mood boards for projects, photo shoot ideas—anything that helps me bring my vision to life. Canva is a go-to for creating flyers, promo visuals, mockups for events or branding—I do a lot of my own design work with that.
When it comes to editing, I love CapCut for videos, Lightroom for photo edits, and I record on Pro Tools when I’m in my full studio setup. Since COVID, I’ve been recording myself at home, so I had to learn how to use these programs and equipment on my own. Now I can create and mix on my own terms.
ChatGPT helps me when I need to bounce around ideas, write things out more clearly, or map out creative plans. It’s been a great tool for organizing thoughts and helping me build out my brand and projects even more.
The truth is, I’m hands-on with everything I do, so I stay open to learning. If I need to know something, I’ll figure it out—period. Whether it’s production, branding, performance planning, or tech, I’m going to learn it and use it to my advantage.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/yoshibabyyy
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoshibabyyy/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yoshi.muzic.7
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@yoshibabyyy
