Music: NAJ
NAJ’s Album Cover - LOVE
NAJ - When it comes to R&B and Soul, I mean it when I say that this rising Pomona native, NAJ, has everything it takes to become your new favorite artist. He is the epitome of a musician and a true prodigy. This hidden gem deserves to be shown to the rest of the world. With his melodic flair and meaningful lyricism, NAJ’s musical brilliance brings everything together effortlessly. The distinct sound of his voice, harmonious range, and unparalleled skillset, makes fans of Soul and R&B nostalgic and hopeful for a bygone era.
NAJ first started writing when he was 13 years old. At 15, he, along with his best friend, set up a home studio and taught themselves how to produce and record. In addition to noticing his talents in music production and composition, he was elated to find out that he had an astonishing voice. Since then, he worked on lyricism, producing vocal melodies, and everything else that had to do with perfecting his craft over the next few years. At 19 years old, NAJ decided to drop out of college and fully devote himself to pursuing a music career.
In 2016, NAJ debuted into the Music World and officially released his first song ever. NAJ’s first release garnered praise immediately from locals as they gravitated towards his willingness to display vulnerability, honesty and his unwavering truth. He was touched by the abundance of love and support he received from the people around him. It meant more to him than anyone would ever know.
On April 1, NAJ released his most recent project, an acoustic EP entitled “LOVE, NAJ”. This EP is about a different kind of love and pain. The kind of love that keeps you in a state of bliss and continuous joy. The kind of pain you feel when that love is not returned, and the emotional agony of trying to hold on to something that may never be again is too much to bear. His words are so honest, it begins to feel as if he’s writing about the listeners experiences, as well as his own. Anyone who has experienced the heartbreak of not being with “the perfect person” will follow NAJ through his painful and personal revelation of a past love.
Do yourself a favor and listen to this brilliant piece of work. This is just the beginning of what looks to be an illustrious career for NAJ. Admire the way he breathes raw emotion into his lyrics, and groove to the soothing melodies of his music while you enjoy the company of those near and dear to your heart. If you’re already a fan, stay on the ride. If not, then you’re in for a treat. Check out “LOVE, NAJ” on all streaming platforms today, see what you’ve been missing.
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Label: Independent
