What can you do when missing someone hurts you, but the heart still wants what it wants?
A passionate, inspired artist from Southern California, singer/songwriter mari has separated herself from her peers with her expansive artistic vision and ability to see that vision to fruition.
With her emotionally charged lyrics and an ear for smooth beats that complement her style perfectly, her releases aim to inspire and empower, captivating audiences with her unmatched ability to capture and portray emotion and feelings. One of the most intriguing talents in the business right now, mari’s artistic potential remains limitless.
As mari continues to ascend, if she can uphold the standard she’s managed to set for herself, her future continues to be astoundingly bright. Her stated goal of making music that “empowers women to feel comfortable embracing who they are and what they stand for” has led to some inspired releases.
Often dripping with emotion, Lucia’s vocals almost feel like they have a soul of their own, touching the hearts of audiences every time. Influenced in significant part by her Latin heritage, her sound is as unique as it is captivating.
For those unfamiliar with mari’s artistic talent, her latest release, “Por Famore,” is about as compelling an introduction as possible. Ethereal synths and a mesmerizing drum pattern send you to a soundscape high up in the clouds while mari’s impassioned vocals cry out to you as if you’re in a dream. “Not sure I can take this anymore / The way I start to miss you hurts my core / but it only really makes me want u more,” she sings. mari's not entirely in control of her romantic destiny, and she’s aware of it, but sometimes the heart wants what it wants. When the music is this good, you live with the results.
mari’s latest release, “Por Famore,” is a dreamy release about the anticipation, thrills, and worries of love. Whenever you’re ready, tap in and stream “Por Famore” on all major streaming platforms.
Welcome to BUZZ, mari! We loved “Por Famore,” we had to ask! What was the inspiration behind this release, and what was your favorite part of bringing your vision for this release to life?
The fusion of the two genres was the most considerable influence behind this song: connecting two pieces of how I grew up, learning English and Spanish simultaneously while also listening to these types of music—it was enjoyable. In terms of the actual song itself, it was just about the extent to which love can drive us to want someone so much: their presence, their brain, their everything—I just wanted more of someone. I asked for that within the song, even if they're far away from my life.
What’s your favorite part of the creative process in general, and any tips for any aspiring musicians out there?
My favorite part of this process was taking the time off (3 years) from releasing music and practicing becoming a better artist and songwriter. It was challenging and grueling—many late nights and tears. I am still working through these obstacles now, but I still love it because I am working on telling the truth about myself and the reality of situations that I've gone through.
I love it because of what came out of it - beautiful songs, including this one. One of the most significant responsibilities of an artist is to turn that pain or experience into something beautiful, something that people might be able to feel when they hear these songs. I want to continue to break down and get better; I am determined to continue falling in love with the process.
Do you have any favorite music-related memories, and what goals do you want to achieve through your music?
Some of my favorite memories involve bringing these songs to life - and most of the time, that's alone in my room and used to be in my garage. Recently, I have made a lot of music alone, but experimenting with harmonies and telling my story has always been enjoyable.
Some of the best memories I create also stem from performing live. I can recall countless times when my band and I were playing, and I saw everyone, from children to adults, lighting up from the songs we were playing. Watching people dance and all of us being able to connect to a song at that moment is unique. I can't wait to continue creating that connection when people sing my songs one day - in a stadium or a restaurant; both are incredible.
If your listeners could take one thing away from your music, what would you want it to be?
If my listeners could take one thing away from my music, I would want them to enjoy it. On a long drive or sipping in the evening, I want to represent Guatemala well and also represent children born here but still have a heritage in that country. I want Latina women to know how capable they are of making a difference. I want young girls to continue to create from their hearts and believe in themselves. I hope other artists feel inspired when they hear my music, just like others have inspired me.
What’s next for mari? Can we expect to hear more new music soon? Is there anything you want to say to your fans?
Thank you to everyone for patiently waiting for this new music and everyone who finds a way to attend my shows. I hope everyone is enjoying "Por Famore." I am excited to announce plenty more this year, maybe even a project during the summer.
I have been asked a lot of questions, such as, "What does the title of your song mean? I looked it up, and it's not a real word." Similar to how I began doing this Latin Fusion of songs, I wanted my first Spanglish song to embody that in its title. The chorus repeatedly sings, "Want you more, you more, you more," and por favor means "please," so I combined the two words. Por Favor and More = por famore. In Mari's World, I guess we have our language