Meet Ety

We had the good fortune of connecting with Ety and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ety, what are you inspired by?
I’m inspired by the beauty in everything! I am inspired heavily by nature with the way light filters through trees, or the quiet stillness of dusk. That sense of wonder is something I try to capture in my music.

Sonically, I’m drawn to the lush layers of shoegaze and the timeless soul of artists like Frank Sinatra, Sade, Bobby Brown, Hope Sandoval, Donny Hathaway and Chaka Khan. Vocally, I have a lot of inspiration from Mariah Carey, which many would not first expect! All of these artists bring something so deeply human that resonates with me. I also love pulling from the decades before me as there’s so much richness in the past that feels like it’s calling to be reimagined.

But more than anything, I’m inspired by the little moments in life that say everything. Fleeting conversations, my dreams, & even holding onto doubt! These tiny experiences hold a kind of poetry that’s super inspiring for me: I think that’s what my music is really about: finding beauty in the ordinary and turning it into something that feels timeless.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am a multifaceted artist, with my artistry rooted in both sonic and visual media. As a neurodivergent person, I experience the world differently & through synesthesia, a beautiful merging of the senses. I see music as colors and shapes, and I hear visuals as melodies. This blending of the senses has been the foundation of my creative journey, where sound and image have always been inseparable.

I wrote my first song in first grade, not knowing it was the start of something much bigger. I kept writing over the years, but it wasn’t until 2018 that I truly began producing and creating. I bought an AKAI Mini and suddenly had a way to give my ideas life. I started uploading my demos to SoundCloud, slowly building a world around myself, piece by piece. By 2022, I released “Pretty Glo,” my most successful song to date. It resonated with people on social media in ways I couldn’t have imagined, and I’m endlessly grateful for how platforms like that have allowed me to connect with people who truly feel my music.

After releasing “Pretty Glo,” I moved to LA and started performing live. As time passed, I was blessed with opportunities I never dreamed of, like being featured on compilation albums alongside artists I had once listened to in my bedroom, dreaming of a future like this. The journey has been wild, and it’s taught me that success is anything but instant. It’s been a 25-year process of living, learning, and experiencing enough to have something to say and 7 years of turning that into a career. And yet, I know I’m still not where I’m going.

The path hasn’t been easy. I’ve heard countless “no’s” from people who didn’t believe in my sound, and each rejection stung. But something in me always refused to stop. I trusted in my vision, even when it felt like no one else did, and that trust has paid off.

Even now, I wrestle with self-doubt. Impostor syndrome is a constant shadow, and I sometimes question if I’m good enough. But every time I step into the studio, every time I create something new, it pulls me back to earth. A fresh demo reminds me of why I do this & why I’ve always done this.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If my best friend were visiting Atlanta, I’d plan a day filled with the perfect mix of nature, food, and nightlife! It’d be a true celebration of the city’s energy and charm. We’d start with a cozy breakfast at Flying Biscuit in Midtown, indulging in Southern comfort food to set the tone for the day. From there, we’d escape into nature with a serene walk along the Chattahoochee River, stopping at the Chattahoochee Coffee Company to sip matcha by the water as it’s one of those spots that feels like a hidden gem.

For lunch, we’d head to Ponce City Market, where everyone can find something they love. Afterward, we’d wander along the Beltline, popping into eclectic shops and soaking in the vibrant street art and atmosphere.

Dinner would be simple but satisfying at Bartaco, where we’d share tacos and laugh over margaritas—something light enough to prepare us for the night ahead. As the sun sets, we’d dive into Atlanta’s nightlife, starting in Edgewood and East Atlanta Village. We’d grab a drink at Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium (a place as quirky as its name), and bar hop from there!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I’d say my parents paved the way for my love of music in so many ways. They were both deeply musical people, and from a very young age, they surrounded me with a wide range of sounds and genres. There was always music in the air at home & it felt as essential as the walls themselves. Over time, music became something instinctual to me, like a second language or a place I could always return to.

I like to think of my childhood as an 18-year music theory class, taught by two of the most passionate teachers I could ever ask for. Their love for music shaped the way I see the world and gave me a foundation I’ve built on ever since.

Website: yanayipee.com

Instagram: Instagram.com/e.ty

Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/7TJik2B4zZ2KziHh8