Every now and then, a singer comes along that has raw, natural talent, and ever since his “SoMo Sundays” cover sessions on YouTube , SoMo has taken over the game.
The Texas native has emerged as a trendsetter with his own unique style and sound, which has allowed him to connect with his fans nation wide.
I had the chance to speak with the R&B crooner about his success, influences, his new music, working with Trey Songz, and his upcoming Spring Tour, plus much more.
I started making music because I loved it, and I kept going because y’all believed in me.
— SoMo (@OfficialSoMo) March 5, 2016
So you started doing covers on YouTube, which then resulted in recording your own music. Tell me what got you into doing covers?
My dad was a musician, so I grew up around it. However, the covers started as a hobby, which blossomed into something amazing. From there on, I took the initiative of writing some original songs and people ended up liking that even more.
How would you define your sound?
Definitely R&B-Pop, I love singing R&B, but I think my voice is also capable of lending some powerful pop songs as well. I like to put myself in that range, and I also like to do the urban tracks. Who knows, maybe in the future I’ll be singing some Country …(Giggles)
What artists inspired you or have been your biggest influences to your career?
I really loved listening to Musiq Soulchild when I was younger, I think he helped me grow out my voice because I would always sing along to his music. Also a lot of the 90s artists really mold me into what I am today from Ginuwine to Boyz II Men.
Going based off that question, if you could stick with one genre, which would it be?
Oh, you’re definitely putting me in the lane (laughs) Definitely R&B, it’s taken a big comeback within the last few years, and I’m so hyped to be apart of it!
Since your break-through hit “Ride” what key lessons have you learned from then to where you are now in your career?
It would have to be maintaining who you are, and not letting others pursue you into being something you’re not. I’ve learned that from being myself, signing to a big record label and them allowing to me to be creative with my music. That’s definitely the biggest lesson.
We did a show together in Phoenix, Arizona and he’s such a cool dude. So when I wrote “Hide & Freak,” I instantly thought of Trey and when I told him about the idea, he loved it. Within days, he send me his verse, and we made it happen.
Man, I have so many memorable moments! But if I could choose one, it would be during a show where a mom brought her daughter who was in a wheelchair and when I saw them, I jumped down from the stage and took a picture with them. The look on the mom’s face was just pure happiness, and for me, those moments are way bigger than music itself. It’s incredible that I get to do this for a living!
In all honest, my fans are amazing! They always come out and show so much support, and the most important thing about music I think is making fun, creative music that connects with them.
So you’re about to go on your Spring Tour for the next two months, tell me a little bit more about that?
Yea, in the Fall I tend to hit the bigger market cities, and in the Spring, I hit the smaller cities that might of not made out to the big cities. So it’s definitely a continuation of the Fall Tour, and I’m really excited for it. The venues are smaller, so it makes the best intimated performances for fans to enjoy.
Last but not least, what’s next for SoMo? Any new music in the making?
(Giggles) There’s definitely new music on the way! I’ve been working on my next album, and I’m going it’s going to be me putting forth my best effort with every single song. I’ve also been working in the studio with some great legends; Tricky Stewart, The-Dream, and some other co-writers. It’s been an incredible experience to be working with them, and I’m excited for it. So stay tuned!
To stay connect with SoMo on the latest with his music and upcoming tour, check out his website: www.officialsomo.com
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