Meet Emily Sage: Singer & Songwriter

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

Hi Emily, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
“It’s ok to take your time.” I have been known to march to the beat of my own drum for most of my life. But it’s easy to look around and see people who seem further along or closer to their goals and that can make you feel like you are doing something wrong. Or make you feel guilty for taking a break and “doing nothing”. It may make you feel like the only way to succeed is to try and be like someone else. I do think we can learn from the people around us and that it is also important to push yourself, but if we forsake ourselves and our joy in the process, we lose so much. We just end up letting fear lord over us when we make decisions about what we do or release or create based on a a fear of becoming forgotten or irrelevant. And is it even worth it if you reach your goals but lose yourself in the process? In my experience, I have learned that the process takes up most of the time of your life. So if there is a certain way I want to live my life, I must incorporate that in my process and be unapologetic about it. I don’t want to allow myself to be rushed or pushed by urgency culture or attention economy to generate content, it makes me feel a bit like part of a machine. And I do not want to be a cog in that machine. The main point is, if you listen to yourself, you will know your pace and know what aligns with what you believe and your life doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am a songwriter and singer. I specialize in Love Songs and Lullabies and most of my music leans a bit soulful and jazz. It took me a while to settle on my thing, but it’s always been what comes out of me naturally. My writing and style has always been a bit against the current, so I’ve had to stick to my guns a bit with being my soft sensitive self in my creativity. And I really do believe that there is strength in sensitivity and power in softness. I’ve learned over time that there is power in being myself and I really think that belief is important to maintain creative health.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’m not actually from Atlanta, but whenever I get the chance to visit, first we hit up Hell Yeah Gluten Free. Hell Yeah is a dedicated gluten-free bakery with some of the most delicious creations. I have celiac’s disease and it’s difficult to find a place that is safe and let alone fun for me to eat! After filling up on pastries and donuts we head over to the High Museum of Art to wander and study the art.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Currently I am very inspired by Ethan Nathaniel’s music. He is an up and coming musician based out of Charlotte, NC. His sound is very unique and voice is absolutely heavenly. I’ve had the pleasure of writing with him and singing on his new record. He is definitely a local artist to keep an eye on.

Website: www.emilysagemusic.com

Instagram: @emilysagemusic

Youtube: YouTube.com/emilysagemusic

Image Credits
Erick Hodge Colin Cassidy