WhenRavyn Lenaelooks back at her childhood, theres one image in particular that stands out to her.
It was a different time before too many perceptions and opinions got in the way of her self-expression.
And thats down to maybe the way I express myself with clothes, with my hair, with music.
Really embracing all of my influences was important for me during this time, Lenae explains.
Theres something so fun about returning to that stage of following your impulse and not really questioning it.
One of the most pivotal stops for Lenae along the way was the love she developed for Janet Jackson.
Having a song that reminds me of that world is everything Ive ever wanted.
Within that time, Lenae worked on lowering her guard as an over-thinker.
She credits her executive producer, Dahi, with bringing this impulsive side out of her.
She managed to shut them out this time around.
I think I had to push past those boundaries of placing rules onHypnos.
I think because I had no other choice.
Otherwise, I dont think I would have an album right now.
