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I can execute my vision exactly how I want as a producer. In the earlier days of my career, men in the studio were always surprised to see a woman producing her own tracks, but that feels natural to me. I’m also a songwriter, producer, director, and more. MANIZHA: It’s super important because I’m not just a singer.
Even when I found out about this interview, I was just so grateful for where I am now.īILLBOARD: How important is representation across the industry (executives, managers, producers, etc) for young women trying to start careers in music? It was a big honor for me to be on Spotify EQUAL Global and it lets me know that I am on the right path. I had a lot of people who criticized me because I use my art as a platform where I can be honest and speak out about problems in my country, my body, and women in my country. MANIZHA: I’m so excited! It’s such an honor for me to be here, especially now. Using music as therapy helped me find my way.īILLBOARD: What does being an ambassador of the Spotify EQUAL Program mean to you? I was a refugee for more than 15 years and didn’t even have a passport, but music got me through. My family and I experienced terrible circumstances during the war in Tajikistan and had to flee to Russia. MANIZHA: I’m not doing music for a living, music is living for me.
Manizha is a true DIY artist and responsible for producing her tracks and creating videos, too.īILLBOARD: When did you know you wanted to make music for a living? Women in the music industry are forced into a box and sometimes told they have to act or look a certain way to be successful. Manizha began her career as a solo artist in 2016 after the release of her debut single, “I Love Too Much.” Her vocal tone is special and her lyrics are powerful, but this journey hasn’t always been easy for Manizha. Manizha credits music as a guiding light in her life throughout hard times and wants her work to serve others in the same way. She is an eclectic indie artist who creates art to confront societal issues like domestic violence, xenophobia, homophobia, and more. The first EQUAL Ambassador of 2022 is a Tajik-Russian artist named Manizha.