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Rising pop songstress Sabrina Monique has released her latest single, ‘More Than A Friend’ on the 11th of March via United World Records. The single was mastered by Randy Merill (Katy Perry, Muse and Lorde). Sabrina Monique herself was recently a contestant on season 3 of American Idol 2020, during which she found her voice as well as a passion for music. The singer/songwriter received recognition for her captivating single, ‘Love Again’ which earned her a feature in American Songwriter.
New York born and based, Sabrina Monique discovered her love for music independently and nurtured it through difficult years as she grew up and became comfortable within her own skin. While creating her own irresistible sound, the singer finds inspiration in the legendary works of Amy Winehouse, Dua Lipa, Joss Stone, Bebe Rexa, Demi Lovato, Katy Perry, Billie Eilish and Jojo. ‘More Than A Friend’ carries the same dynamic energy of Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande and Bebe Rexa.
What inspired this last release?
For me this last song was all about letting of what no longer serves you
What is something you can’t live without?
I cannot live without my record player. Call me old fashioned but I love hearing music on vinyl.
What’s your favorite thing to do besides music?
I love to create so besides making music, I also make a different form of art. I love to paint and explore various mediums. I recently have been making custom acrylic resin finish paint pours and working with resin art in my free time.
What’s a record or artist that shaped your creativity?
Growing up I was definitely influenced by the sound stylings of Amy Winehouse and her music. I tend to gravitate towards music that has that fun and funky pop dance vibe, so I love artists like Dua lipa, Jesse Glynne, RAYE, Tori Kelly etc..
Who is an artist or band you look up to today?
There are so many powerful female performers and artists killing the game right now which is so inspiring to see as an up and coming artist. I look up to that energy because it inspires me to create and explore with my music and sound.
What excites you the most about what you do?
Aside from cathartically “letting things out” what excites me most about my music is being able to connect with the people who are listening
