Feature: TaniA Kyllikki Decodes “I AM Good Enough”
What was the creative process like for this particular song?
Me and my husband were sharing ideas for my free-spirited album at the time. I had a melody and lyrics in my head. I started singing, and my husband just started creating music around what I was singing. Within one hour we had the full song arranged. It's often like that with us, we have really good chemistry.
What impact do you hope "I AM Good Enough" will have on your audience?
When I wrote this song, I drew inspiration from my experiences of low self-esteem caused by past abuse inflicted by others. And I thought, what if I had heard a song telling me I am good enough years ago and how much it could have impacted my life, making me feel less alone and understood? That's what I want my song to be for others who are going through similar mental struggles. Everyone deserves the chance to shine and be the best version of themselves, and sometimes all we need is to know we aren't alone in our fight and know how important it is to celebrate self-love, knowing your worth and not being afraid to have confidence in yourself.
What did you enjoy most about making this track?
Creating this song was like a sense of relief. I felt a sense of liberation from the mental prison I had been trapped in for far too long, finally allowing myself to shine. And I hope that others may feel they can find the inner strength to do the same after hearing my song. That would fill my heart to know it's helped others make that first step to live their best life.
What has been the most memorable experience or achievement in your music career so far?
My goodness, there have been so many that I am so grateful for since being on my independent journey as a singer-songwriter. Last month, MSN recognised me as one of the "Top Ten Women Revolutionising Their Fields", a moment that deeply touched me. I remember my husband was just chilling at the time, and there I was, jumping up and down with tears in my eyes, and he was like, baby, what's wrong? Lol, I'd never told him or anyone about it when I was in school, and while in class, I told my teacher in front of everyone that I'd be written about on MSN one day for my music. Of course, coming from a little town of a few thousand people where no one left to do anything different, I was laughed at by the teacher and the class of students. But it didn't faze me. All I can say is that God is good! And for every achievement, I am grateful for the opportunity to do what I deeply love and was destined to do.
What role do you feel emotions play in your music, and how do you channel them into your performances?
I am already a very sensitive person. I feel things deeply, love intensely, and perhaps care excessively, but that's just who I am. So when I sing, it's natural for me to express deep emotion with whatever it is I'm singing about.
