Grammy-Winning Artist Doechii Ponders Future After Musical Triumphs
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Doechi has been on a remarkable journey lately, racking up impressive achievements that have transformed her dreams into reality. The American rapper has found herself at the peak of her career following a string of successes: topping charts with a single, securing a Grammy award for best rap album, and captivating millions with an innovative “breathing exercise” from one of her hit songs.
“It’s like now my dreams aren’t dreams anymore. They’re reality,” Doechii reflected in an interview with Radio 1s New Music Show. The 26-year-old artist recently made history by becoming the third female rapper to win the Grammy award for best rap album, Alligator Bites Never Heal. Meanwhile, her song Denial is a River gained widespread popularity thanks to its distinctive “Uh-uh-ooh, uh-uh-ah, uh, uh, uh” outro that has been enthusiastically mimicked by fans around the world.
Despite these accolades and newfound fame, Doechii remains grounded in her creative process. Her approach to making music is likened to working out a muscle in the gym: there are days when she feels drained and others where shes bursting with inspiration. She emphasizes that this dynamic mirrors the essence of artistic expression.
The Florida-born artist gained recognition for her viral hit Yucky Blucky Fruitcake in 2021, which led to tours with SZA and Doja Cat. According to Doechii, maintaining a constant creative output is key to success. “I try to think ‘a song a day’ at the forefront of everything,” she explains. This discipline helps her identify projects that can be developed into cohesive albums.
She also encourages taking calculated risks in music: starting small and building confidence through trust in one’s own abilities. However, when Doechii faces creative blocks, its often due to self-criticism rather than external pressures. “When I get a block,” she says, “I’m criticising myself critiquing the work.” Her advice is clear: focus on getting the work done and moving forward.
Dealing with criticism has been an important part of Doechiis journey. She delivered a powerful speech after winning her Grammy that resonated deeply with black women, urging them to embrace their authentic selves without allowing societal expectations or stereotypes to stifle their growth. “Don’t allow anybody to project any stereotypes on you,” she proclaimed. “You’re exactly who you need to be.”
Looking ahead, Doechii has future goals that include releasing a new album and performing at the Super Bowl inspired by Kendrick Lamar’s legendary battle rap performances. She remains in awe of his storytelling abilities while also reflecting on advice from ScHoolboy Q: an album is truly finished when theres nothing left to say.
As she continues her journey, Doechiis commitment to authenticity and continuous creation serves as a powerful message for aspiring artists everywhere: trust your inner voice, push the boundaries of what you think you can achieve, and never let anyone stunt your growth.
