It's an honor to speak with you today. You just recently hit the USA iTunes Jazz song chart at number 7 with the hit "It's Because I Love You," Why don't you give us some details about you and your success. How did you get to where you are today?
It is an honor to be here today, and all of this is by the Grace of GOD. The success I am experiencing today, at this moment, could not have happened without the experience of past failures or shortcomings. As a little boy growing up, I remembered not only the harmonic sounds of quartet gospel, but the variety of music on the radio and the power it had to move people in joyfulness! In addition, while maturing into a young man, I gained an understanding that music was a magnet to increase the attraction in relationships; it was a bridge when sharing feelings on how to get closer or mend what was broken. Now, as an older gentleman, gained wisdom has helped to reshape my outlook on what’s important and how to make the most of my time and resources. Along the way, I have been blessed to learn and interact with music professionals and/or industry leaders. These interactions have guided and led me to this moment.
I'm sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way?
Indeed, my success has not been easy. Becoming a better man and mastering self has been my ultimate challenge that I constantly face on a day-to-day basis. So, as I reflect on where I have come from, I know it was a matter of where I wanted to be and how I wanted to be. So, to sum up the challenges I have overcome, I believe I am faced with challenges every day. But having clarity on my purpose, I am able to see my way through and the challenges become steppingstones to success. By the grace and mercy of GOD, I am better equipped to deal with challenges.
Let's talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition?
I am specialized as a singer-songwriter, an indie artist and middle school science teacher. There was a moment in my life when music was a top priority. I was faced with the challenges of music being a top priority. Now, my life is more balanced, and I am a better steward of my time and resources, which enables me to exist outside of the competition. I do not create music to compete. When making music or collaborating, I exist in the moment to produce a great product. If the product is great, there will be a market share (demand) for the product. I believe my mindset and outlook helps me and guides me in collaborations and/or partnerships.
Speaking of success, what does the word mean to you?
Success to me can be a simple process. For example, when a person wakes up in the morning, they have an idea of what they will do for the day, whether it is called daily plans, tasks and/or goals. Once they decide to do what they were intending to do, they succeed in their efforts. So eventually, this success in their efforts multiples and breeds a successful life. At the end of day, the person can honestly say that they had a successful day or that they succeeded in completing some tasks and will pick up where they left off tomorrow. Self-reflection and a person’s responsiveness is at the heart of a successful life. With this understanding, a successful life is a sweatless life. The person is free from the anxiety and stress and can experience the joy of their work. So, success to me is when: 1) I'm intentional in my efforts to get things done; 2) I am okay with myself, if I was not able to complete all tasks within that day.
3) I am dedicating time for prayer and self-reflection to know how to respond to the incompleteness of my work (tasks); and lastly, I am content with the pace of my successful living.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In the next 5 years, I see myself on pace with comprehensive planning in my music and business endeavors and teaching career. So, I am looking forward to developing more partnerships and building more relationships and friendships.
What's next for you?
Musically, I will continue to promote my new single, “It’s Because I Love You”. While promoting the new single, I will be writing some new material, recording and performing. Moreover, I will be staying on pace with my comprehensive plans.
Finally, how can people connect with you if they want to learn more?
If someone wants to connect or learn more about M.W., they should go to all streaming music platforms, or they can visit any of the listed sites to learn more about M.W.:
https://www.mw-ibelieve.com
https://www.facebook.com/MWmusiq
https://www.twitter.com/MWmusiq
https://www.instagram.com/mwmusicgroup/
https://www.tiktok.com/@m.w.music
https://www.theensemblecoin.com
https://beatify.audio/#/music/1023/its-because-i-love-you