Abby Cabaj: It's Not My Fault (Feature Interview)
How did you get started in music?
I got started in music when I was really young. I’ve always loved singing and performing, but as I got older, I started learning different instruments, including guitar, piano, ukulele and electric bass. Music became more than just something I enjoyed. It became a way for me to express myself. Being part of a vocal music program at school has also helped me grow as a musician and become more confident in my own sound. Now I’m excited to take everything I’ve learned and start building my own journey as an artist.
What is the most important thing you want your fans to know about you?
I want my fans to know that I’m just being myself. I’m still growing and figuring out who I am as an artist, and I want people to be able to connect with the real person behind the music. I put a lot of emotion and meaning into what I create, and I hope my fans feel like they can be themselves too. I want them to know that they don’t have to fit into one box or be perfect to follow their dreams.
What is your recording process like for this song?
For “It’s Not My Fault,” recording this song was such an exciting experience because it was my first single. I worked with Roy Hamilton III, and it was amazing being able to learn from someone with so much experience. We spent time working through the song, making sure the vocals, instrumentation and emotion felt right. I wanted the recording to sound polished, but I also wanted it to still feel like me. Hearing the final mastered version for the first time was honestly surreal because it made everything feel real. I had actually created something that people could listen to.
What do you want your audience to feel when they listen to your music?
I want people to feel something. Whether they’re happy, emotional, empowered, inspired or just having fun, I want my music to connect with them in some way. I think music can make you feel understood when you don’t necessarily have the words yourself. If someone listens to one of my songs and feels like it speaks to something they’ve experienced, that means a lot to me.
How would you describe your genre and sound?
I would describe my sound as contemporary pop with influences from folk, soul and singer-songwriter music. I’m still developing my sound, and I actually like that I’m not limited to one genre. I love experimenting with different instruments, melodies and vocal styles, so I think my music will continue to evolve as I grow as an artist.
What are your goals and aspirations going forward?
My biggest goal is to continue growing as a musician and artist while staying true to who I am. I want to write and release more original music, continue developing my vocals and musicianship, and gain more experience performing live. Eventually, I would love to build a career where I can create music, perform for people and collaborate with other artists and musicians. I also want to continue learning and challenging myself because I know I’m just at the beginning of my journey. My dream is to have a career in music that allows me to connect with people through my art and hopefully inspire other young musicians to follow their own dreams.
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