We recently had the chance to connect with Wela Vargas and have shared our conversation below.
Wela, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
I feel I am being called to not only continue my music journey, but to also create a platform for a variety of artists to showcase their work. I want To create a more organized event where artists of different genres can really network, perform, and showcase their type of work they do.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Wela Vargas. I’m a singer-songwriter and audio engineer based out of Houston. I love To create music I can feel and really vibe to. I have my own in house studio, which allows me to really work on my craft. I worked Hard on branding myself throughout these past years, and recently have taken some time off to work on my craft even more. To bring more vulnerability into what i write and also add more to my brand. I am Working on new music, branding, and visual content.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
It was the first time I performed for a crowd of over 800 people. It wasn’t just the amount of people there, but the feedback from my performance also. People wanted to meet me and ask about my music profiles. They wanted to get to know my journey and compliment my voice. It felt amazing to share my talent.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes. I think A lot of people who follow my journey, really see all the positives as things are easy on my journey. They don’t see all the tears and frustrations or struggles. All the doubts of fears that come with really betting on yourself. This past year and a half, I’ve really taken a step back from releasing anything. I felt At a crossroads and really wanted to focus on learning editing and mixing audio. I also Wanted to find my voice and vulnerability to really bring that into my music more. I felt Stuck and like i was Almost unsure. However, I know my purpose is to really create and allow others to feel through my music. If I can heal, or bring peace, or let others feel anything through what i sing And write; it makes me feel like I’ve fulfilled my purpose.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
Being and exuding ALOHA. I am a born and raised native of Hawai’i. I protect this part of me because it not only keeps me grounded in who I am, but I also love how I was raised in ALOHA. Aloha is love, kindness, respect, compassion and more. You not only treat people with Aloha, but you also treat the land, animals, and yourself with it. It reflects with who you are.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What will you regret not doing?
I would Regret not fully diving into my passions. My music, my talents for editing, and my singing. I would Regret not allowing myself to be vulnerable in my work because I’m afraid of how it will come across. I would Regret not showing me in my music.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @welavargas
- Youtube: @welavargas
