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In a recent episode of The Empathy Podcast, we welcomed artist Lyra Vega—a singer, rapper, poet, and pianist—who uses her musical talents to spread messages of healing, self-awareness, and empowerment. Originally from West Virginia, Lyra’s journey has led her to create music that resonates with listeners on a deep, conscious level. This episode explores her mission to bring purposeful music into the world and to promote healing through sound and lyrics.
Embracing Music with a Purpose
Lyra Vega’s passion for music began as a child, driven by a deep desire to heal trauma, both her own and others’. She recognized early on that mainstream mental health approaches did not resonate with her, feeling they often lacked the depth needed for true healing. Music, she explains, has a unique way of reaching people emotionally and spiritually, offering a pathway to confront and release deeply held pain. As she puts it, “Music has the power to heal,” a belief that has become the guiding principle of her art.
Shifting Away from Mainstream Narratives
Growing up with the sounds of popular artists, Lyra recalls how easy it was to overlook the messages in the lyrics. As she evolved spiritually, she began to see how negative and trauma-laden lyrics could hold people back. Now, she’s careful about what she consumes and creates, avoiding mainstream music that focuses on materialism, violence, and other low-frequency messages. For Lyra, the English language itself can sometimes serve as a form of “spells,” indoctrinating people into harmful mindsets. She views her music as a tool to break free from these spells, creating conscious lyrics that uplift and inspire rather than drag down.
Crafting Lyrics with Intention
One of Lyra’s most powerful lyrics, she shares, is from an upcoming single, “Be Yourself.” In the song, she encourages listeners to recognize their inner divinity and reject societal conditioning. Lines like, “You connected to yourself, did you know that you’re a god?” encourage listeners to embrace their full potential and reject societal pressures. By sharing her own experiences of overcoming trauma and self-doubt, Lyra hopes to inspire others to find their inner strength and to “elevate” beyond the challenges they face.
The Power of Independent Artistry
Lyra also discusses her choice to remain an independent artist, despite receiving offers to sign with major labels. She emphasizes that many mainstream artists have limited creative control, often pressured to create “party music” that fits a specific, marketable mold. Lyra chose to preserve her autonomy and her message by declining these offers, staying true to her mission. “I’d rather remain authentic to who I am and reach people who resonate with my message,” she explains. This independence allows her to craft music that aligns with her values, reaching listeners who are drawn to messages of healing, empowerment, and authenticity.
Healing Through Generational Cycles
In the episode, Lyra opens up about her own healing journey, from a traumatic childhood to overcoming a devastating car accident that left her with two broken legs and a paralyzed arm. Doctors told her she’d never regain full use of her arm, but through visualization, meditation, and personal resilience, she has defied those odds. She speaks passionately about breaking generational cycles of trauma, something she addresses in her upcoming album, On Darkness: Shadow Work. Her album confronts deeply personal issues, encouraging listeners to embrace their “shadow selves” and find peace in their entirety.
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Key Takeaways
- Purposeful Music: Lyra’s work stands as a reminder that music can be a force for healing and personal growth. She encourages listeners to be mindful of the lyrics they consume and to seek music that uplifts and inspires.
- Empowerment Through Authenticity: Lyra’s decision to remain an independent artist highlights the importance of authenticity. She hopes her journey will inspire others to be true to themselves, regardless of societal pressures.
- Breaking Generational Cycles: Through her music, Lyra seeks to end patterns of trauma, both in her life and in her lineage. She encourages listeners to confront and heal past wounds, believing this is the path to true freedom.
This conversation with Lyra Vega serves as a powerful reminder of the potential music has to transform lives and empower listeners to break free from limiting beliefs. For Lyra, music is not just an art form but a spiritual practice that encourages others to tap into their higher selves.
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