Tarsha Vega

Tarsha Vega grew up in Los Angeles and started making music early, though she faced some resistance in a conservative environment. Her 2019 single 'Be Ya Self' became a breakthrough with its message of self-acceptance, connecting with listeners who appreciated its straightforward honesty.

She followed that with EPs like 'The Introduction' in 2020 and 'Unveiled' in 2021, then the album 'Empowered' in 2022. Songs like 'Celluloid Zero' and 'Coney Island High' show her leaning into a mix of hip-hop, R&B, and soul, with lyrics that feel personal without being overly polished.

Tarsha has worked with other artists including Snoop Dogg, H.E.R., and Wiz Khalifa, but she remains a solo artist who writes about what she knows. Her music doesn't try to fit a particular mold, which might be why tracks like 'Goodbye Girl' or 'Leroy!' find their audience.