Today we’d like to introduce you to Morgan Taylor.
Hi Morgan, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My name is Morgan Taylor and I’m 23. I grew up in St. Louis, and gospel music was literally everything for me early on. I actually found my real singing voice around nine through vocal lessons with a powerhouse church figure. By the time I was eleven, I’d dropped my first gospel EP, Jesus Loves Me, and was performing at churches and venues, and even opened for Brian McKnight and J. Moss. Gospel will always be in my DNA, but my parents played legends like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey in the house, which made me completely fall in love with R&B. By high school, I knew I wanted to pivot—taking the raw, emotional vocal power I learned in church and bringing it into a modern R&B space.
That drive carried me all the way to Berklee College of Music, where I graduated in 2025. Berklee was such a vibe because it gave me that solid technical foundation while I was already out here actively working on my own music. Like doing tribute ensemble shows, Janet Jackson’s and Katy Perry’s music, in front of faculty and students really taught me how to dance, perform and command a stage.
When it comes to my pen, I only know how to write what I actually live or what my friends and family have gone through. Capturing the energy of heartbreak, messy situationships, toxic dynamics, but also that feeling of getting your power back—it all goes straight into the songs. Projects like ‘Cut Off,’ ‘Highway,’ and ‘Mistakes’ let me bring real storytelling to life, experimenting with stuff like Ariana Grande-inspired whistle tones alongside working with incredible, Grammy-winning producers in Atlanta.
Dropping my debut R&B EP, Love Bombed (Love, Loss and Lessons), was such a full-circle moment. Crossing over 2 million total streams and seeing people actually connect with my story…with my songs has been so surreal. At the end of the day, whenever I step on stage with my BIG MO energy, my alter ego and my extroverted source when I perform, it’s just about having fun, celebrating the hard work, and sharing every step of this journey with everyone who’s tapping in. I’m grateful and excited about the future.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Has it been a smooth road? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road! People see me on stage and think I’m a naturally outgoing person 24/7, but honestly, I’ve always had this internal duality. I can be pretty shy and hesitant around people I don’t know well. But then there’s this other side of me—this extrovert who is down for whatever, energetic, and ready to take on the room.
One of my biggest obstacles early on was dealing with my attention deficit diagnosis back in my teens. For a long time, there was so much private embarrassment and shame attached to it. School was challenging, and I felt like I had to work twice as hard just to hide it. Overcoming that challenge meant forgiving myself, shaking off that shame, and actually acquiring tools and learning techniques to manage it so I could thrive on my own terms.
Then came college. Going away to Berklee right after the pandemic was a massive adjustment. I had grown up pretty sheltered in a close-knit home, so being far away from my family while navigating my mental and emotional health after COVID hit me heavy. My freshman year, I was really inside my shell, just trying to process everything and find my footing in such an intensely competitive environment.
The nickname ‘BIG MO’ actually came from some fellow Berklee students during my sophomore year. Going into that year, I made a conscious decision to step into that persona. I decided to come back with a different level of confidence, shake off the struggles of my past, find my core circle of friends, and really claim my space. BIG MO became my vehicle to break out of my shell and embrace that extroverted, fearless side of myself. It’s been a real journey of turning those obstacles—the learning differences, the self-doubt, the homesickness—into fuel for my growth as an artist and as a person.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
When it comes to my work, I’m an R&B artist through and through, and I’ve been singing since I was nine years old. I’m blessed with a multi-octave vocal range, and I recently graduated with my Bachelor’s degree from Berklee College of Music.
What I’m really known for is writing and singing songs that speak directly to my generation—especially young women and young Black women navigating life, stepping into the dating world and figuring out love. My music is all about standing in your personal power. Whether you have someone beside you or you’re riding solo, it’s about knowing your worth and realizing that you are the prize. That level of self-love and confidence is what naturally attracts real beauty and genuine love into your life.
If I’m being completely real about what I’m most proud of… I’m not gonna lie, graduating from college is huge for me. School was never easy for me, and it was a real struggle at times. But I did it! Mastering things at Berklee that I once thought I couldn’t do gave me so much internal pride.
And even though I’m so proud of that degree, my absolute proudest feeling comes from my community and my fan base. Being an independent artist can sometimes feel like you’re adrift in the middle of the ocean with no shore in sight. But my listeners—whether they’re streaming the EP or dropping love in my video comments—are that lighthouse for me. They constantly lift me up and remind me that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
What sets me apart in the current R&B space is my passion for vocal craft and raw, soul-stirring singing. I’m actively transitioning into music that really showcases my full range—singing straight from my heart and soul. Whitney Houston is one of my ultimate idols. I love singing her music, and people always have such a powerful reaction when I perform her songs. Because you don’t always hear vocals like that from artists in my generation. Having the vocal capacity to handle those heavy, complex arrangements is my edge, and the more I show what I can do vocally, the more people see just how distinct my path really is.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
When it comes to apps, my absolute favorite is definitely my Bible app. Honestly, life moves so fast and gets so crazy that sometimes you just need ‘the Word’ right then and there, no matter where you are. It keeps me grounded.
As far as books go, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne completely changed my life. It totally shifted my perspective on manifestation and made me realize just how powerful our words, mindsets, and thoughts truly are. Ever since I read it, I’ve been intentional about speaking into existence the life I want—for myself, my career, and the world around me. It’s crazy because I’ve literally watched things I used to doubt or think were impossible turn into my actual reality. There is so much real power in what you choose to believe, think, and speak out loud.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.highonmorgan.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/highonmorgan
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/highonmorgan
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/highonmorgan.com
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HighOnMorgan
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6aaFMlrrpvM8drt4IjyNph
- Linktree: https://linktr.ee/highonmorgan
