Multi-disciplinary artist LaAerial’s story on seeking life purpose, redefining success, fame and legacy in her own terms
A lot of times, we tend to forget what got us to where we are today. We are taught to fear a lack of ambition, and to be constantly competitive, LaAerial reminds us that simply “being” is already a reason to celebrate.
Often pressured to pursue “stardom” and “succeed” by her parents, vocal coaches, and people around her, the talented songstress LaAerial has come to realise that “the pressure to achieve is a complete lie.” After travelling to 30 countries, and beginning her third degree in fine arts, experiencing lots of love, and lots of heartaches, she realised that those are other people’s dreams, and not necessarily her own.
“I really enjoyed busking, like the time in Hong Kong on a footbridge in Central, I busk because it’s a great way to rehearse and reach new audiences. I think it’s even more exciting than New York and London because people are so attentive and friendly here. I was able to connect with HKers and mainland Chinese, as well as Filipino travelers and passersby. It was unexpected and full of surprises. I live in the present and I experience fully.
I am glad I can experience different culture freely while surrounded by beautiful and exciting sights, and that’s what matters to me”.
“I don’t care about legacies or being remembered,“ said LaAerial, who has been described as “a beautiful singer” by Amel Larrieux and performed at legendary venues including The House of Blues and been featured on the MTV Network, performed on Live! with Kelly, The Tonight Show, and contributed vocals for the legendary rap group Public Enemy, to name a few. “I’ve written endless songs and poems, worked with topnotch artists and partied with famous types. I hope to be satisfied.” To La’Aerial, being able to touch her audience through the art and life she creates, is her utmost desire.
“Don’t spend your life chasing other people’s dreams. We should only be competing against ourselves, I know it’s difficult to say “no,” particularly to family and loved ones, but saying no to the things imposed upon you which are not desires of YOUR heart, is the very first step to freedom.”
