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Spotlight: Natalie Jane – A Voice That Cuts Through the Noise
Some artists make you stop in your tracks, and Natalie Jane is one of them. With viral hits and soul-baring anthems, her voice is raw, powerful, and unfiltered. In Spotlight: Natalie Jane, we explore her musical journey, the emotional depth behind her lyrics, and her bold creative vision. From her fearless honesty to the passion that fuels each note, Natalie opens up about what drives her and what fans can expect next. Whether you are a longtime follower or just discovering her now, her story is one that resonates deeply and leaves a lasting impression.
What was the driving force for getting into music?
For as long as I can remember, my dream was to be able to create music and perform it for others. I’ve been posting covers of myself singing since I was 13 but I started to really take Music seriously when I was around 16 during Covid. I was home with nothing to do other than write and post on the Internet. I was inspired by so many people just posting on the Internet doing what they love and becoming successful and that only made me wanna post more.
Who are some of the out of the box influences that shaped your sound?
Labyrinth is a huge inspiration for me. Every time I listen to one of his songs, I just think, how did he come up with that? It would be a literal dream to work with him one day. I went to Coachella for the first time because I saw his name on the lineup and I remember fighting my way up to barricade for his set. It was the only time I’ve ever done that for an artist.
How did growing up in NJ shape your music and do you think it would have gone a different route not being there?
Growing up in New Jersey I did a lot of musical theater. I lived right across the river from Manhattan so I was really inspired by Broadway and musicals in general. I remember belting my little heart out to Annie and Matilda when I was like eight years old. I played Elle Woods in my high school production of legally blonde, and remember having the time of my life. I think that type of Broadway belting definitely had an impact on the way I sing today.
You have some new music on deck and I'm hoping you can give us a little insight on how it came to life?
A lot of the music I wrote for this album is inspired by putting myself in positions I fear rather than have been in already. Imagine being in a happy relationship and thinking about the worst break up possible. That is something I wanna talk about. There is a lot of getting out of my comfort zone and a lot of reflecting that happens in this album. I wrote about things that I haven’t spoken about in the past, rather than simply writing about break ups or past relationship relationships, I’m writing more about myself and growing up. A big theme in this album is escapism and wanting to get away from what you’ve known your whole life and I’m excited to share that with everyone.
What is your unique process like when putting together music?
I love coming into a studio with a melody or the first line of a chorus. I always want the first line of the chorus to grab your attention. I would rather be hooked right off the bat, than wait till the end of the chorus. I feel like on this album, though, the melodies really stand out like they have not in the past. I really tried to have fun with them because it is more likely to have a melody stuck in your head and not know the lyrics than have lyrics stuck in your head and not know a melody. I’m just trying to hook people in every way I can and keep them interested as much as Possible.
What song of yours do you feel has evolved the most since its initial release, and why?
I feel like my song Ava has evolved the most since release. I remember writing that song in such a state of anger. And then after it came out, I would listen and be sad but now I look back and just laugh. It’s crazy how a moment in time is held in the lyrics of a song like that. Like I know exactly what I was feeling in that moment two years ago. It’s like a public diary.
Can you discuss a lyric you've written that holds a particularly personal significance to you?
On the new album, I wrote a lyric, “what if I get halfway to the moon and then it all just stops”. The song talks about comparing yourself to other people and wishing you were someone else. That lyric means so much to me because I feel like it says so much with such few words. I have this fear of trying to achieve something, but never quite getting there and then you’re just stuck. I think a lot of people can relate to this line because it’s a really scary thought how so many people have hopes and dreams-but the sad part is so many people have doubts about their hopes and dreams, and it’s hard not to let those doubts take over and prevent you from getting their one day.
What is the most interesting thing you've learned about yourself while developing your music?
I learned that there’s so much I want to do and create. There are so many different sounds. I wanna play with sonic and there’s so many different types of styles I want to write in and it’s hard to stay consistent and make everything feel cohesive when there’s 100 things I wanna do. But that just makes me more excited for the future because there’s no limit to how much you can create, the only limit is time that I have to share it with the world. It just means I’m not stopping anytime soon.
How do you navigate the pressure of maintaining authenticity while engaging with a large following?
When I first started on the Internet, I posted whatever I want and didn’t care about what other people thought or had to say. I was just doing what made me happy. Now every time I post I feel like I have to anticipate what people are going to say about how I sound or how I dress or what I say. At the end of the day people followed me because they liked something about me and I just have to keep doing what I did that brought them in in the first place.
If you could what is one thing you would do to advance the music industry?
I would make sure Songwriter got paid more. It is so hard to get paid as a Songwriter and I see a time of time again. Something needs to change.
What is one thing you think should be asked more in an interview that isn’t asked enough?
I want people to ask me more random questions. I feel like a lot of interviewers ask deep questions and there is nothing wrong with that, I think it’s important for viewers to understand the artist on a deeper level. But sometimes I wish they’ll just ask me like what’s my favorite Late night Uber eats order or like what’s my favorite scented candle. I love a random question.
Which movie character do you think describes you?
Honestly, I feel like I can relate to Harry Potter. He is so young, but people expect such great things from him. I feel like there is so much pressure and are so many people around me that expect me to act or perform a certain way and do great things. I think it pushes me to work harder but at the same time I’m just growing up and I make mistakes like every person does at my age. Harry Potter strives for greatness, and to be the best version of himself he can be. I also just love the movies and would love to fuck off to Hogwarts for a year.
If you had to introduce your music to a brand new fan, which one opens the door and brings them in?
The first song I would want a new fan to listen to would be tattoos. I think that song shows the dark electronic pop side of me, but also the raw and emotional side too. I remember the day and moment I came up with the idea for that hook and I just remember knowing in that moment that I was going to love it.
What is the proudest moment so far for you?
The proudest moment for me so far in my career is when I go on tour. I still don’t comprehend the fact that people go out of their way to spend an evening with me when I come to their city. That is when I feel the most thankful. It’s when I realize that the music I created is not just for me. It’s for others. It is easy to get distracted by numbers on my screen that I stare at all day every day. But when I see physical people in a room, I feel like what’s happening real. And every time a tour ends I just can’t wait for the next one.
What are some of the next milestones you are looking to hit?
I’m so excited to put on my debut album. It’s the first time I’ve really sat back and looked at a project as a whole, and took into consideration what I really wanted to say and what the purpose of the album is. I took my time with creating a world and a feeling I want the listeners to take with them. The whole theme is escaping what you’ve known your whole life and getting outside of your comfort zone. I just can’t wait for my fans to hear and see this side of me.
What motivates you to keep walking the musical road?
Honestly, Tour is a big part of what motivates me. For as long as I can remember, I wanted to perform. Not until I actually performed for my career did I realize that it’s so much more important than just putting on a show. It’s about making people feel seen. Something about live music is so powerful. Every time I go to a live show, I get so moved by how much an audience relates to and resonates with the artist on stage. I remember so vividly sobbing at an Olivia Rodrigo concert, not because of what she was saying, but how loud the crowd was singing her song. She created a song from scratch- it didn’t exist before- and now 20,000 people in an arena are screaming at back at her. Music brings people together in such a beautiful way and I’m so thankful that I am able to be a part of that.
Last but not least, Are you Happy?
I honestly am a very happy person. I love my family. I love my friends. I love my dog. I love what I do. Obviously there are hard days. And those days can be stretched into weeks or even months but overall, I look at everything I’ve done in my life, not just in my career, but how I spend my free time and I do what makes me happy.
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