Hey forevafree* family.,
Let’s keep it real for a second—there’s so much noise out here. Everybody’s trying to do something, be something, create something. And when you look around and see everyone else putting out work, it’s easy to feel like your voice is just another drop in the ocean. But here’s the truth: Your individuality is the one thing that no one else can replicate. It’s your superpower.
/It’s easy to get caught up thinking the world doesn’t need what you’re trying to create. You might scroll through socials and think, “This has already been done,” or “Someone else is already doing it better.” But here’s the thing—your unique spin is what brings value.
Your Voice is Your Power
Nobody has your exact perspective. The way you see the world, the way you interpret things, the way you communicate—that’s all yours. Even if the concept isn’t new, your approach is. Your experiences, your thoughts, your creativity are all ingredients that make what you’re doing different from anyone else.
Just because a space feels crowded doesn’t mean it’s over. It just means you need to stand out, and you do that by being undeniably you. There’s room for your authenticity because people crave realness—now more than ever.
Why Your Unique Spin Matters
Think about it: The creatives and entrepreneurs you look up to? They’re not all inventing something brand new from scratch. They’re taking what exists and putting their own stamp on it. They’re showing up as themselves, consistently, until the world takes notice.
The same goes for you. Whether you’re making music, launching a business, creating art, or building a brand—what makes it special is you. Your lived experiences, your perspective, your creative flair. Nobody else can replicate that.
The World Doesn’t Need More of the Same
Too often, we hold ourselves back thinking, “What’s the point if someone else is already doing it?” But that’s the wrong question. Instead, ask yourself: “How can I do this in a way only I can?”
If you find yourself doubting your place in the game, remember this: The world doesn’t need another copy. It needs you—with all your quirks, experiences, and originality.
Action Points: How to Show Up As You
Define Your Style: What makes your work yours? What’s your creative fingerprint? Get clear on that and lean into it.
Stay Authentic: Don’t water down your ideas to fit into someone else’s template. Bring your full self to the table, even if it feels risky.
Tell Your Story: Share what makes your journey unique. People resonate with realness, not perfection.
Experiment & Evolve: You’re allowed to change and grow. Stay true to your voice, but don’t be afraid to evolve.
Embrace Rejection: Not everyone will get it, and that’s fine. Keep pushing your vision forward for the people who do.
Final Thoughts
It’s easy to feel small when you’re scrolling through everyone else’s highlight reels. But your individuality is the one thing nobody else can replicate. So why hide it? Show up, be loud, be unapologetically you.
I’m here to remind you that your voice matters. Your perspective matters. Your creativity matters. Don’t ever doubt it.
Stay unique. Stay forevafree*.
Let’s build,
Ibrahim
PROUD2PAY
I'm approaching my music differently—taking inspiration from my goat, Nipsey Hussle. Like him, I’m focused on building a core community that grows year after year—something real, sustainable, and authentic. I want to show other independent artists that you can make it on your own terms, without relying on the industry’s metrics and gatekeepers.
Streaming barely pays artists what they deserve (until you make it), so I’m trying to flip the script. Inspired by Nipsey’s Proud2Pay model, I'm giving my community the freedom to support directly. Whether it’s music, tickets, merch, or anything else we create, you decide the value. That’s ownership. That’s freedom.
When I was younger, we’d buy CDs from our favorite artists, and that was direct support—real, personal, and appreciated. A lot of that connection is missing now. Through forevafree*, I’m trying to bring that essence back, building something deeper than numbers. It's about creating a foundation that lasts, built by the people who truly believe in the vision.
LATEST RELEASE
Control is a song I made about not letting the environments you grow up in defining who you become. Growing up I was in and around a lot of things that could have made my life end up really different. Think having control of my mind despite the environment really helped me navigate this in the best way. So this record is a message for anyone who is in a place or in a position where the world is trying tell or make you one thing that you do define who you are and become. Take control of your life and the rest will follow.
EVENTS
On the first Tuesday of every month we host RESIDENCEE - a free open mic night for music artists and music lovers.
Let’s get it!
—Ibrahim
