Artist to Listen: Lexie, Vibin’ on Her New Track “I Still Got a Crush on You”

What does it take for Lexie’s vocally complex, cheerful yet occasionally melancholic pop to gain a wider audience? Perhaps the answer lies in her current approach. Her music is captivating, and its popularity seems poised to grow within the industry.

Lexie’s approach to soulful music production emphasizes dedication without compromising artistic integrity. She values individuality over imitation. Her latest track showcases her confessional songwriting style; its visuals and melody draw inspiration from coming-of-age films and lo-fi aesthetics, respectively.

Despite juggling a full-time job alongside music management, Lexie graciously participated in our first-ever weekly segment, “ARTIST TO LISTEN.” We are truly grateful for her contribution. If you’re unfamiliar with Lexie, continue reading and connect with her on social media!

So, Lexie, how did you choose your stage name? Tell us about yourself; are you someone who enjoys the beach and sunflowers even on rainy days?

Lexie is a variation of my given name, Alexa. My friends and family called me Lex, Lexa, or Lexie. Lexie stood out as it’s catchy and it has a good mix of cute and ‘taray’ (attitude), which reflects my personality. (laughs)

Lexie’s like my alter ego—cool, confident, and talented. She’s a badass. Meanwhile, I, Lexa, the songwriter, am just me. (laughs) Lexie helps me express my thoughts and aspirations. This duality is present in my music— I Still Got a Crush on You is mellow and intimate, while Psychic has a bold and fierce energy.

I love that music has no rules; I don’t want to be confined to a single genre. I like exploring different styles. I can create slow ballads and then sing-rap next. Outside music, I love nature. Being surrounded by nature, the sun, trees, water, animals, and people impacts my perception of things. I lived in La Union for three months last year, and the growing musician community there is amazing.

What is your creative process when writing songs?

I let the melodies flow based on my feelings. Sometimes, I can freestyle lyrics when I feel inspired. Other times, it’s harder to condense my thoughts. There’s no fixed formula.

I aim for honesty and genuineness. I write about experiences that help me process things, hoping it resonates with others. I also enjoy creating remixes of my favorite songs, keeping the beat but changing the lyrics to reflect my own experiences. These remixes are like my open diary.

Do you have any pre-recording rituals?

No, not really. I haven’t developed any specific rituals. Maybe I should. (laughs) I prefer recording my own vocals because I get self-conscious with an engineer present. I need to overcome that, but I’m also searching for an engineer/producer I feel comfortable with. It’s a bit like dating, I think. (laughs)

I Still Got A Crush On You is your new single. Tell us about its inspiration. Was it written about someone specific? A summer fling?

I wrote this song long ago and initially posted it on SoundCloud. It’s about a high school crush. We talked in university, but nothing happened. No juicy story here! (laughs)

You’ve performed original and cover songs for years. Do you plan to sign with a major label, or do you prefer independence?

I’m open to the idea of labels, but focusing on independent growth right now. It’s challenging working a full-time job alongside music. My day job funds my music. There’s a lot of work—corporate work, producing, songwriting, creative work, and content marketing. It’s tough to balance it all alongside my personal life. Would a label help? Maybe. Do I want one? It depends.

I want to work with people who genuinely love music and understand the business side. I don’t want people to use my music for their business.

You’ve mostly sung in English. Do you envision yourself writing and singing in Tagalog?

I do. I like how artist Lolo Zouai incorporates Arabic, French, and English in her songs. I’d like to do something similar with Tagalog, but it needs to sound natural. I’ve tried writing Tagalog lyrics but it’s challenging. Maybe someday.

Any shout-outs? Maybe to the person who inspired your new song? (haha)

While the song was initially inspired by someone, its meaning has evolved with my growth. It depends on my life stage. Initially, the line, “I got you but I still got a crush on you,” was romantic. Now, it’s about loving life and gratitude.

What can we expect from your future projects?

Songwriting helps me self-reflect. Upcoming projects will explore individualism, reflection, spirituality, love, loss, and society. It gets deep, bro. (laughs) But I’ll keep creating upbeat songs like Psychic. I have two more singles coming soon!

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I Still Got a Crush on You is out on Spotify and other streaming platforms. Thank you for the support! I can’t wait to share more of my art.

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