We had the good fortune of connecting with Ifedayo and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ifedayo, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
As far back as I can remember I knew I was born to entertain. I feel in love with how I could make people feel . Make them laugh , cry ,make them feel seen. I knew my calling was to make the world feel. It wasn’t until after the success of my debut album “ He’s On Time “. With my group the Harlem Gospel Travelers . That I realized just how powerful my artistry could be . An when I realized that fully. I knew it was time to go all in !

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Undefined by gender or genre. Ifedayo is a non binary artist with an electrifying voice that commands attention. The Long Island native grew up singing in their parents church. Crediting the church as the place they learned how to sing anything. They got their start as a background singer. They worked with artist such as Ariana Grande, Pharrell and Chance the Rapper to name a few . After being discovered by Eli “ Paperboy Reed. In 2019 they debut as one of the founding members and songwriter of The Harlem Gospel Travelers. Releasing two critically acclaimed top ten Billboard charting albums. “Fight On”, one of the breakout singles written by Ifedayo, was featured in The 1619 Project Hulu documentary. In 2022 Ifedayo joined forces with Sinkane. An is featured on the album “We Belong“. Inspired by what they call “ a year of transformation” feeling fully realized, Ifedayo made their solo debut this year ! With the electrifying track “ Sweet Talker” . From Gospel to Funk and now Dance Electric. Ifedayo means love has turned to joy . Through Ifedayo love for music they have found an unmessable joy .Their mission, that music they create, helps everyone to find joy

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I’m beyond grateful God who without I am nothing . To my mentors Eli “ Paperboy” Reed and Ahmed Gallab . To my writing partner and my Aaron Kyle Lacy . An my entire team that keeps everything going .

Website: https://linktr.ee/HouseofIfe

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifedayo_official?igsh=MXBwZmo1bnlkNG55MA==

Image Credits
Josh Walker ( @thejoshwalker_) Eleanor Petry ( @eleanorpetry )

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