LEIA Visits Section 36!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! LEIA has a recent single, "Like A Song", that I can't stop listening to. I was so excited that she wanted to visit with us to discuss the song and more. I'm sure you'll love what she had to say.

So, let's see what happens when LEIA visits Section 36 Music! 

I absolutely love your recent single, “Like a Song”. What can you tell me about it?

“Like a Song” is really special to me because, even though it’s one of my newest releases, it’s actually the oldest song I’ve released so far. It’s the first one I wrote with a real focus on the bass line and the groove, which was a big shift from how I usually write — before, I was more in a singer-songwriter mode. I wanted something where I could feel completely comfortable singing and playing bass at the same time, and where the rhythm had its own life. In a way, it’s a mix of my melodic, songwriter side and my rhythmic, groovy side, which was really fun to explore.

The lyrics are about obsession, being caught in your own thoughts about someone: their presence, their body, over and over, like a song that keeps repeating in your head. There’s also a little spoken part in Catalan, which is my first language and makes it feel really personal and grounded in who I am, it’s the first song ever I’ve introduced Catalan.

I worked on it with Berklee Revelation Records, and Dephrase produced it. We clicked creatively from the start, and it was amazing to collaborate with him and see the song fully come to life. 

That was your third release this year. How would you say the three songs compare to each other?

Each song has its own vibe and shows a different side of me I think. They’re different but similar in a way. Sola en mi habitación is more intimate, very personal and soft, fully in Spanish, and it’s about a brake up. Wet Dreams is more playful and cheeky, a little darker but fun, where I could really experiment with sounds and production, and bass lines, more “sexy". And then Like a Song ties it all together in a way — it’s groovy, melodic, and personal.

I love that even though they’re all different, together they show a bit of the spectrum of how I write and what I like to explore as an artist. Each one has its own mood, its own energy, and I feel like they complement each other really well.

Which Disney song would you most want to cover?

Definitely something from The Lion King! For one reason or another, I’ve already had the chance to sing two songs from it in different situations — the last time was at the Berklee Performance Center — and it’s always such a joy. There’s something about those songs that’s so epic and emotional, and I’d love to put my own twist on one of them, maybe make it a bit groovier or more stripped down, but keeping all that magic and feeling. Singing a Disney classic is just pure fun, and The Lion King will always be one of my favourites.

You are currently attending Berklee College of Music. What made Berklee the right choice for you?

Berklee has always been kind of a dream for me — both my parents studied there, so I grew up hearing about it and imagining what it would be like. Honestly, for a long time I thought it would never be possible financially, and I didn’t believe I could ever get a scholarship. But when I was 25, one day I just woke up and thought, “I have to try, even if it seems impossible.”

So I went for it, applied, and somehow it all worked out. Being here feels amazing — it’s inspiring to be surrounded by people who are all so passionate about music. Every day I’m learning something new, not just about music, but also about myself as an artist. Berklee is the place where I can really grow, experiment, and push myself in ways I never imagined, and on top of that I got to meet so many incredible people from all around the world, learn their music, their different cultures, it’s an amazing place to open your mind and meet amazing incredibly talented people.

What is the most challenging part of your music career?

Honestly, the hardest part is doing it all by myself. I love creating music, but there’s so much more than just that — managing social media, handling everything behind the scenes, planning releases, coordinating with collaborators, basically all the non-musical stuff. And on top of that, I’m studying full-time at Berklee, which is amazing but also really intense. Balancing school, music, and everything else can be exhausting, but at the same time it makes me feel proud because it’s all my vision, my decisions, my work. It’s definitely challenging, but it’s part of what makes this journey so real and rewarding.

What are your immediate musical goals?

Right now, my main goal is to keep writing and creating, and eventually put together my first full album. I’ve released singles so far, but I really want to create a whole world that people can dive into and connect with. I also want to keep performing live as much as possible — there’s nothing like the energy of playing with my band in front of people.

At the same time, I’m focused on growing as a musician and producer, experimenting with new sounds, grooves, and styles. Basically, I want to keep learning, pushing myself, and sharing music that feels authentic to me.

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I definitely want to be part of that world!

As always, I want to thank LEIA for visiting with us, and for sending along the pictures to accompany the interview. All Photos by Clara Ruiz

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow her and see what she has going on. I would follow her on Instagram and Spotify and visit her website to make sure you don't miss a thing. 

Thanks again, LEIA, and good luck reaching your goals!