Today we’d like to introduce you to Jada Bey.
Hi Jada, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I’ve been singing since I was a little girl, probably around seven or eight. It started in church, where I sang in the choir and had solos here and there, and continued through school, where I was in choir from elementary all the way through high school. I think the first time I realized I had something was in music class—maybe first or second grade—we learned “Hush Little Baby” and I came home eager to perform it for my mom and sisters. They laughed, not because it was bad, but because of how hard I was trying to belt it out. That moment stuck with me. Over time, I started developing my voice, first through the soulful foundation of church, then through classical training in high school under an incredible teacher who pushed me beyond my R&B comfort zone. She introduced me to opera, Negro spirituals, and other vocal styles that helped me discover a range I didn’t even know I had. That’s when I learned my voice wasn’t limited to one box.
I started songwriting during the pandemic. Around that time, I lost my dad, and instead of talking about it, I shut down emotionally. I stayed in my room, barely spoke, and just bottled everything up. Music became the only way I could process what I was feeling. I’d write to heal, to release, to understand myself. That moment showed me how powerful songwriting could be, and I never stopped. But I didn’t take it seriously until college. I got into a mentally abusive relationship, and again, music was my outlet. I kept going back to him until I found out he had a child on the way with someone else. That broke me—but it also built me. It lit a fire under me. My revenge wasn’t to hurt him back, it was to rise. I told myself, “You’re gonna see me everywhere—on your TV, at the Grammys, on the BET stage, on every station and screen you can’t escape.” That pain gave me purpose, and that’s what pushed me to pursue this career professionally.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It hasn’t been a smooth road by any means. In high school, I often felt overlooked when it came to singing opportunities, which made me question my worth. Instead of letting that discourage me, I took it as a challenge to grow. I realized what I lacked was vocal agility, so I started training myself to do runs—imperfectly at first—but consistently, and I still work at it today.
Balancing my music career with being a full-time college student on a full-ride scholarship, maintaining a 3.8 GPA, and working full-time jobs has also been a huge challenge. People don’t always realize that singing and songwriting is more than a passion—it’s a full-time commitment. On top of that, it’s hard when people close to you don’t show support, especially when they uplift celebrities who don’t even know them.
I’ve also struggled with comparison and tying my confidence to recognition. I used to look at other artists and feel behind, but I had to shift my mindset. Now, I see them as inspiration, not competition. I’ve learned to be my own biggest fan and remind myself that my music isn’t for everyone—it’s for those who need to hear my story, feel something, and heal. That’s who I write for.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a singer and songwriter who specializes in R&B and soul, but I’m not limited to one genre. I often venture into pop, jazz, and neo-soul because I want my pen to reach artists like Adele, Chris Brown, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. What people know me for is my powerful, soulful voice and wide vocal range—but just as much, it’s my songwriting that stands out. I’ve been told my songs feel like spells, that they carry a frequency that lingers. One person even said I shouldn’t call myself a songwriter but a spell writer after hearing my debut single, You Say You Love Me. That meant a lot to me, because when I write, I tap into something spiritual—it’s not just music, it’s healing.
What I’m most proud of is how far my writing has come. When I first started, I was just scribbling feelings. But once I decided to take songwriting seriously, I studied the greats—read books, took notes, broke down lyrics, and treated it like a craft. I care deeply about quality, which is why I’ve taken my time building J.A.G.S. I don’t want to release just anything—I want every song to hit, to build a fanbase, to be undeniable. What sets me apart is my vulnerability and boldness. I say things in my songs that I’d never have the courage to say out loud. I pull from my own pain, my joy, even things I see around me. My music is raw, real, and rooted in my generation’s voice—from the slang we use to the heartbreaks we share. I’m not just trying to entertain—I’m trying to connect.
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
Something surprising about me is that, despite how confident and expressive I might seem, I deal with a lot of silent battles—mainly with depression and anxiety. I’m the type of person whose brain never quiets down. I overthink everything, sometimes to the point where I feel mentally exhausted without even knowing why. A lot of people see the voice, the performances, the writing, and assume I have it all figured out—but they don’t see the nights where I completely shut down. They don’t know how many times I’ve cried by myself or spiraled in my own thoughts without ever telling a soul.
That’s a huge reason why I write. Sometimes I don’t even know what’s wrong until the words start showing up on the page. Music helps me translate emotions I don’t fully understand yet. And even though I pour a lot of my story into my songs, there are parts of me that I still keep tucked away—not because I’m hiding them, but because I haven’t fully healed from them yet. So while people may connect with my lyrics, what they don’t always realize is that some of my most painful moments never leave the room I wrote them in. And I think that’s what gives my music its edge—it’s not polished pain, it’s lived-in, unfinished, and real.
Pricing:
- -Music can be found and purchased on Itunes for $0.99 just search for J.A.G.S
- -You can find me on most streaming platforms
- -Stream ‘You Say You Love Me’ and ‘Whenever You’re Ready’
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodiesbyjags?igsh=MTNwaGY3OGFzcDVqaQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCbsVMI6mwt7iTUEuqV52Iiw?si=d-Gam4Z7COSkTN9l
- Other: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/j-a-g-s/1810102782
