Sam Paige – On Me

By: Ashlee Dell’Arciprete

Q) Who are some of your favorite artists to listen to right now?

A) My favorite artists right now are Ingrid Andres, Taylor Swift and Anna Cleneding. They sing from the heart with so much passion and vulnerability and I connect to the lyrics and emotion.

Q) When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music as a career?

A) I wanted to pursue music ever since I was a little girl, but I never thought I was good enough. I had so much anxiety about performing that I waited until I was in my 20’s, when I had more confidence.

Q) Congratulations on your latest single, “On Me.”  Although you didn’t write the lyrics, you did work on the arrangement of the music. What’s the story behind that?

A) Thank you! I worked with a wonderfully talented producer that helped me tailor the song to my style. I also had my wonderful manager help me with the song as well.

Q) What first came to mind when you heard “On Me” for the first time?

A) When I first heard this song, I absolutely loved it! It had a great melody, a great storyline and great lyrics. I was beyond excited to cater this song to my style. I really connected to the lyrics because everyone goes through hardships in relationships.

Q) What is your favorite lyric from “On Me?”

A) My favorite lyric in “On Me” is “Then we’d be fighting demons when we can’t even breathe.” Wow, that is powerful.

Q) You are a part of social media. What has been the fan response you’ve been receiving to the song?

A) I have received a lot of positive feedback from this song! Many people have been following my music on Spotify lately, telling me that my song is a new favorite! The response has been incredible! I have been having people follow my music on Instagram and Facebook and say my songs are very relatable.

Q) What is your typical songwriting process? Do you need music before you can create the lyrics?

A) Yes, I need music first to get in the flow of things. Once I have a base, I can start writing the lyrics and melody.

Q) Will there be a full album or EP coming out in the near future?

A) Yes! I plan on releasing another EP in the near future!

Q) Who would you like to collaborate with on a song in the future?

A) I would love to collaborate with Anna Cleneding! I love her music, and she seems very down-to-earth!

Q) Do you plan on going on tour in the near future?

A) I would absolutely be ecstatic to go on tour in the near future, but for now, I’m going to work on more singles and, eventually, an album. Later down the road, I can see myself touring in the US!

Q) What are some of your favorite songs to perform live?

A) My favorite songs to perform live are “Love Story” by Taylor Swift, “More Hearts Than Mine” by Ingrid Andres and “Invisible” by Anna Cleneding.

Q) What would you like to say to everyone who are fans and supporters of you and the music you make?

A) I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for listening to my music, streaming my music and for your endless support. Thank you for believing in me and my dreams.