Akilah Etienne is a multi-dimensional artist out of Brooklyn whose sound bridges soul, ethereal storytelling, and spiritual healing. Influenced by legends like Lauryn Hill, Solange, Paramore, and Mary J. Blige, her music is what she calls high vibrational truth—honest, emotional, and transformative.
Her EP, Happy Heartbreak, is a deeply personal journey through the end of a six-year relationship. Tracks like “Til The End of Time,” “Fake,” “Abort Mission,” and “Forgive Myself” channel heartbreak into healing, with melodies that feel like whispered affirmations wrapped in reverb. Akilah refers to her songwriting method as downloads—songs that come through her like spiritual transmissions.
She’s collaborated with New Orleans artist Rez Burna on “Sleep Deprived,” lending her ethereal vocals to bring a raw lyrical vision to life. Her social presence blends education, entertainment, and art—whether she’s sharing TikToks of vocal techniques, memes with meaning, or conceptual visuals powered by a strong creative team.
Despite being a single mom of three and working full-time, she’s mastered the art of balance—choosing moments to create, pushing through exhaustion, and always prioritizing purpose. Her resume already includes performances at Carnegie Hall, appearances with Bernie Sanders, and vocals lifted in front of icons like Cornel West and Claudette Colvin.
Akilah’s ultimate goal? An EGOT. But more than awards, she hopes her music helps people reclaim their freedom through vulnerability and emotional truth.
Listen to Akilah: Spotify
Follow: @akilahsings
