Photo Credits: Kristina Kardi
Rini K, a trailblazing independent artist and gifted songwriter, has been making waves in the music industry since 2020. Known for writing on introspective and nuanced topics, the 18-year-old songstress has penned many fan favorites such as “In My Head,” “Let Me Go Numb” and Haley Faye Rosenthal’s newly released “Healed (As I’ll Get)”. Rini has already garnered a dedicated fan base known as the “Riniacs,” and her live performances promise to be truly intimate experiences. Her glowing stage presence, combined with her passionate story-telling skills, creates an atmosphere that is both emotionally resonant and artistically captivating. Rini has also been tapping into the independent film scene, with making her acting debut in the short film “Q” directed by up and coming film maker Iñaki Herrera. “Q” has been making its rounds through multiple international film festivals such as the Milan Shorts Film Festival and the Cooper Awards. She also landed a supporting role in Annabella Vaca’s “Dragons and High Schoolers.” With both her music and acting careers on the rise, 2024 is bound to be a defining year for Rini and her dedicated army of loyal Riniacs.
What got you into Songwriting?
"When I was in middle school, I honestly had a ton of time on my hands and like most kids that age I was discovering what kinds of activities I liked and had any talent for. I always was a big music fan and was enamored with Taylor Swift, especially her album 1989. I decided to switch out musical theater for guitar lessons and immediately started writing and from that point on I never stopped. "
Tell us more about your new song “Girl on the Internet”?
"“Girl on the Internet” was a song I was terrified to put out because it touches many polarizing subjects such as mental health and cancel culture. I wrote it in 2021 after dealing with my first wave of hate on TikTok after seeing first hand how ironic my generation can be when it comes to social media and mental health. While we are one of the few generations to push for more awareness and support for mental health causes, we are the same generation that has completely normalized cyberbullying of innocent individuals. This song is truly a statement to this current climate on social media and my own first hand experiences with dealing with mass unwarranted hate. "
How long did it take you to write this song?
"I wrote it on my own initially in just a few hours back in 2021. However, in 2022 I brought in my lovely co-writer Jules Pollifrone, professionally known as “She Is Jules” who is also an artist to help me ensure that the song truly articulated the message I was putting out into the world. I was leery that some fans might interpret my song as a call out against mental health movements, which is completely the opposite of my intentions. Jules really helped me go back and polish the song up to erase any potential confusion. This was honestly the part of the writing process that took a while because you’re on editor mode, not emotional therapeutic writing mode haha."
Do you have any musician influences?
"I have so many! I feel like my generation of artists and songwriters were all raised by Taylor Swift whether we all realize it or not. I definitely draw so much inspiration from her, specifically her Reputation album. Some of my other influences include Lorde, Halsey, and Olivia Rodrigo. I really admire how fearless they are in their songwriting and their experimentation with production styles."
Do you have any music coming out in 2024?
"I have so much music coming out and I could not be more excited with the direction it’s heading! I will be finishing rolling out the rest of my EP “Not So Teenage Dream” along with some more singles and collaborations while I work on my second record."
What is your creative process like?
"My creative process has evolved so much that there really isn’t a set process anymore. I set aside time to write nearly everyday and usually have a couple of co-writes every week, but I honestly find that I make the best music when inspiration hits me out of nowhere like a ton of bricks. From there, there is a more organized process with polishing up those crazy 3am ideas in co-writes and then producing them out in the studio once I am satisfied with the bones of the songwriting."
What is some advice for upcoming songwriters?
"Write the songs you want to write, not the songs you think you need to write for the sake of bagging a hit or a viral moment on TikTok. With the insane volume of music being put out into the world today, the only thing we have to “stand out” is our authenticity and experiences as songwriters. It’s so easy to get caught up in writing the perfect 15 second clip for TikTok but in reality if you are writing from the heart, you will find fans that understand your songs. Worry about the marketing piece later. Allow yourself to be completely in the creative zone in the writing room. The hits will always write themselves."
Socials:
Instagram: @rinikofficial
TikTok: @rinikmusic
YouTube: @RiniK
Comments