Kelly Morgan Talks Amazing Journey and “I Remember PT2”
Kelly Morgan has an interesting journey into music which started in her early years, deeply influenced by her grandparents who surrounded her with melodies and harmonies. With a childhood filled with songs from her grandfather and the gentle tunes of her grandmother’s piano, music became an intrinsic part of her life. From elementary school, Kelly harbored dreams of becoming a singer and entertainer, a passion she steadfastly pursued, drawing inspiration from the legendary Whitney Houston.
At just 16, Kelly faced a pivotal moment on the renowned Apollo stage with host Steve Harvey. While the experience brought forward mixed emotions from the audience, Kelly transformed the challenge into motivation, fueling her determination to succeed. This marked the beginning of her journey to “Unhidden,” where she actively sought out various competitions and talent nights, understanding that success does not always come easily, but perseverance and belief are paramount. Despite encountering skepticism from her parents regarding her vision, Kelly remained resolute in her pursuit of happiness and staying true to her dreams.
Kelly Morgan holds nothing back when it comes to her brand-new track. The second the listener hits play their hit with a massive, club-like anthem that is sure to get people to the dance floor. Beyond the dance beat lies Kelly’s soulful vocals with just the perfect amount of reverb that is sure to get stuck into fans’ heads. “I Remember PT2” effortlessly meshes the best of today’s smartly crafted pop with the earthy, soulful sonic vibrations of old-school, fully realized R&B music.
Kelly’s music video for “I Remember PT2” was a collaborative effort with a group of friends and enlisted dancers to create a visually striking narrative. Filmed in an Atlanta studio under the direction of Anchor Christian, the video aimed to showcase diversity and evoke nostalgia. Working with Anchor Christian, the video seamlessly weaves scenes of reminiscent memories with present-day reflections by including projectors to show the highs and lows of past relationships. Not only did this video mark Kelly’s first official music video but also served as a platform to bring to life the bold message crafted by songwriter 7 Aurelius. Combining elements of pop and R&B, the song embodies a fusion of danceable beats and heartfelt lyrics, representing Kelly’s artistic direction and aspirations.
Following her song catching a RollingStone India playlist feature, Kelly even grabbed the attention of music icon Jimmy Jam (Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey………), who dropped her the below message of encouragement and inspiration on Instagram!
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Kelly took time out to weigh in on her new single, the love and support during her journey, and more!
Can you share a bit about your journey into music?
Yes!! Music is my calling!! I started singing with my grandma around the house. She was always humming or singing songs and my grandpa was always playing the old school music like Sam Cooke and The Temptations. My journey into music started as long as I can remember. It’s been a wonderful and challenging journey that only gets better and better!! What drew you to specifically write the song and create the music video for “I Remember PT2”?
Honestly .. 7 Aurelius wrote the song. It’s about a bittersweet relationship. One minute you want to get back with the person and think of the happy memories but then you think about all the lies that came with it which makes it a bittersweet relationship. I wanted to do the video for “I Remember PT 2” because I felt visually and musically I wanted the story to be told through different phases like shown in the video !!
How would you describe the musical style of this song and are there any artists or genres that influenced your approach to creating this track?
I would definitely say Pop / R&B !!
I would say the genres of dance-pop and house influenced the approach for the song !!
What was your vision for the music video accompanying this song?
To tell a story of the different phases of an on and off relationship and breakup !!
How does the imagery in your music video relate to the themes or message of the song?
How do you hope audiences will interpret or engage with the imagery and storyline of your music video?
I hope they receive it well. We tried our best to make the story visually pleasing just as telling it musically. I want them to feel empowered and to know they aren’t the only ones who have been through a cycle like this. I want them to relate it to something familiar in their lives and to be able to identify if they are in a similar relationship to the one portrayed in the video.
Can you share any interesting or funny anecdotes from the filming/editing process?
lol yes the lead guy had on a do-rag and they told him to take it off but he said I gotta play the role right lol and it ended up being in the shot hahaha.
What aspects of your personal style or vision do you feel are evident in the music video?
I would say the shimmer for sure. I love the shimmer and sparkles in my outfit so this definitely made me feel like a princess!! And vision I would say having all my girls there who are actually all my friends in the video. And ohh the long hair I loved how long it was I’m definitely all for the lengths haha!!
What can fans expect from you in the near future? Any upcoming albums, tours, or collaborations?
I would say expect new music guys !! And I’ll be opening up for major artists soon again can’t wait to announce who soon!! New music for sure !! A new single is coming soon!! So stay tuned. Love you guys!! And more merchandise tailored to my fans’ needs and wants!!
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