Hello everyone. I’ve read all your comments here, and I’m really grateful to each of you for taking the time to share such kind words. I wanted to be open about what it's like to be an independent artist, working as a one-person team. I’ve been doing this for nearly six years now, and it hasn’t been easy. Some new artists reach out to me for advice, and the best I can tell them is that while it’s tough, there are rewards too. There’s a unique satisfaction in finishing a piece and sharing it with others. I hold onto the idea that artists are messengers of art, and there’s magic in that moment on stage-the nerves, the excitement, meeting people, hearing stories, and feeling the highs and lows: the joy, the heartbreaks, the rejections, and the moments of acceptance. People often remind me that what matters most is loving what I do, and I agree-I love art deeply. But when you're doing it full-time, it stops feeling purely like a passion. You face the reality that being an artist means running a business. I’ve had to learn marketing, promotions, social media management, and to be my own manager, road manager, visual artist, makeup artist, director, video editor and photographer. It’s overwhelming, especially when it feels like my efforts still fall short. You pour money into gigs, battle imposter syndrome, and juggle personal challenges, often while feeling mentally drained. There are nights I wish I hadn’t chosen this path-that maybe it would have been easier if I’d been academically inclined instead of creatively driven. When I first performed my songs, it felt like I’d found my purpose: to give a voice to the unheard. But a lot changed when I transitioned from the island to the city, and I’ve struggled to find joy in singing and writing since. I think I’ve outgrown it. It’s like feeling numb yet aware of every ache in your body-a strange emptiness where something you once loved no longer brings joy. I’m just exhausted. Sometimes, I feel like I just want to disappear. But yeah, thank you again for your kind words. I cherish every single message, and it means more to me than you know. I’ll hold onto the reminder that I’m not alone in this. Please take good care of yourselves. - MT
Hoping and rooting for your success in art and music Ms. Mei! There is just something in the distinct style of yours that i somehow really like. So all the best to you!!
numbers are not important as long as your music makes an impact into someone's life even if that is only one person. narinig kong sinabi ni DJ Alice yan sa wishbus
Rooting for you Ms. Mei and all the other artists who want to share their art pieces to the world. Talagang may mga challenges tayo na madadaanan. Life is full of road blocks ikanga. Go lang ng go for our passion. Let’s continue what we love doing. Lahat rin tayo magtatagumpay!✨
hey, Mei! it's been a while since i've managed to find the time to listen and support! been super busy with medical school since we last met... it's good to know that you're still exercising your passion and love for music
Kinda relate in to this, I'm actually a writer (at least I'm trying to be😅) and the pressure in my work, in my life, in my family, and in myself clouds mostly of my head to the point na tinatanong ko na sarili ko kung "ito pa ba talaga gusto kong gawin?" mahirap pero minsan iniisip ko nalang kung bakit ba ko nag simula in the first place, un ginagamit kong motivation para di maubusan ang sarili ng tinta sa pagsulat... So hopefully kung anuman yang pinapangarap natin sa buhay wag sana nating susukuan, kung mapagod mag pahinga, hingang malalim kung mahirap na pero, for the love of God, please lang wag na wag mong ihihinto. Kaya mo yan!!
Yess relate much talaga! Sometimes talagang nakakadown na to the point na naiisip mo kung itutuloy mo pa ba ito. In my case, a comic/manga artist naman. Naghahanap rin ako ng time kung kelan masisingit ung art ko. What really just drives us is love in doing art, the passion. Continue lang ng continue in reaching our dreams and sharing our art with other people!
Thank you sa video na ito Mei. The right audience for our music is out there. Naniniwala ako nawe just need to keep trusting the process. When we’re honest with our art, people will feel that and when the time comes, it’ll create a genuine connection with them. Push lang Mei! Tuloy-tuloy lang!
Big hugs Mei! You’re so brave and truly so inspiring to be on this journey of finding who you truly are and it’s really a never ending journey. You have do what you enjoy the most. I trust that you will let your art show the “Mei” that you are and with it, attract the right clients and listeners and friends too. Proud of you!🤗🤗🤗
You have many supporters here.. You're not alone! Just keep following your heart.. Life's journey is a hard one, but things will work out in the end even if it isn't what you'd expected. Just keep your faith and God will be there to make sure that you are ok.. You and your art have been a big help to me and many others.. Just always stay true to yourself.. hmm.. The financial part might take time, but that is true for most artists.. Your fans will be here even if you do have to do it part time.. hmm.. I sent you an email the other day about a way to help with the financial part.. Did you get to read it? hmm.. I think it is a good idea.. Anyway.. We are all here for you! Take care, stay safe, and smile huh.. Things will work out! :))
Letting go of certainty is not a bad thing. The opposite isn't uncertainty! It's openness, curiosity, and a willingness to embrace the path you choose. It might be a bit bumpy down the road, but we are still here to support you 🫡
Hello everyone. I’ve read all your comments here, and I’m really grateful to each of you for taking the time to share such kind words. I wanted to be open about what it's like to be an independent artist, working as a one-person team. I’ve been doing this for nearly six years now, and it hasn’t been easy.
Some new artists reach out to me for advice, and the best I can tell them is that while it’s tough, there are rewards too. There’s a unique satisfaction in finishing a piece and sharing it with others. I hold onto the idea that artists are messengers of art, and there’s magic in that moment on stage-the nerves, the excitement, meeting people, hearing stories, and feeling the highs and lows: the joy, the heartbreaks, the rejections, and the moments of acceptance.
People often remind me that what matters most is loving what I do, and I agree-I love art deeply. But when you're doing it full-time, it stops feeling purely like a passion. You face the reality that being an artist means running a business. I’ve had to learn marketing, promotions, social media management, and to be my own manager, road manager, visual artist, makeup artist, director, video editor and photographer. It’s overwhelming, especially when it feels like my efforts still fall short.
You pour money into gigs, battle imposter syndrome, and juggle personal challenges, often while feeling mentally drained. There are nights I wish I hadn’t chosen this path-that maybe it would have been easier if I’d been academically inclined instead of creatively driven. When I first performed my songs, it felt like I’d found my purpose: to give a voice to the unheard. But a lot changed when I transitioned from the island to the city, and I’ve struggled to find joy in singing and writing since.
I think I’ve outgrown it. It’s like feeling numb yet aware of every ache in your body-a strange emptiness where something you once loved no longer brings joy. I’m just exhausted. Sometimes, I feel like I just want to disappear.
But yeah, thank you again for your kind words. I cherish every single message, and it means more to me than you know. I’ll hold onto the reminder that I’m not alone in this. Please take good care of yourselves.
- MT
Hoping and rooting for your success in art and music Ms. Mei! There is just something in the distinct style of yours that i somehow really like. So all the best to you!!
numbers are not important as long as your music makes an impact into someone's life even if that is only one person. narinig kong sinabi ni DJ Alice yan sa wishbus
Rooting for you Ms. Mei and all the other artists who want to share their art pieces to the world. Talagang may mga challenges tayo na madadaanan. Life is full of road blocks ikanga. Go lang ng go for our passion. Let’s continue what we love doing. Lahat rin tayo magtatagumpay!✨
hey, Mei! it's been a while since i've managed to find the time to listen and support! been super busy with medical school since we last met... it's good to know that you're still exercising your passion and love for music
Kinda relate in to this, I'm actually a writer (at least I'm trying to be😅) and the pressure in my work, in my life, in my family, and in myself clouds mostly of my head to the point na tinatanong ko na sarili ko kung "ito pa ba talaga gusto kong gawin?" mahirap pero minsan iniisip ko nalang kung bakit ba ko nag simula in the first place, un ginagamit kong motivation para di maubusan ang sarili ng tinta sa pagsulat... So hopefully kung anuman yang pinapangarap natin sa buhay wag sana nating susukuan, kung mapagod mag pahinga, hingang malalim kung mahirap na pero, for the love of God, please lang wag na wag mong ihihinto. Kaya mo yan!!
Yess relate much talaga! Sometimes talagang nakakadown na to the point na naiisip mo kung itutuloy mo pa ba ito. In my case, a comic/manga artist naman. Naghahanap rin ako ng time kung kelan masisingit ung art ko. What really just drives us is love in doing art, the passion. Continue lang ng continue in reaching our dreams and sharing our art with other people!
Sobrang galing mo mei ...dadating din Yung Araw na makikilala ka ❤
Hugs, ate mei! 🫂 everything will eventually fall into place. Am always here for you po 🥹🧡
Thank you sa video na ito Mei. The right audience for our music is out there. Naniniwala ako nawe just need to keep trusting the process. When we’re honest with our art, people will feel that and when the time comes, it’ll create a genuine connection with them.
Push lang Mei! Tuloy-tuloy lang!
dont find the answer.. just be in it. and you will see the answer you are looking for. i hope this helps. love you mei.
Rooting for you, Mei!
Big hugs Mei! You’re so brave and truly so inspiring to be on this journey of finding who you truly are and it’s really a never ending journey. You have do what you enjoy the most. I trust that you will let your art show the “Mei” that you are and with it, attract the right clients and listeners and friends too. Proud of you!🤗🤗🤗
You have many supporters here.. You're not alone! Just keep following your heart.. Life's journey is a hard one, but things will work out in the end even if it isn't what you'd expected. Just keep your faith and God will be there to make sure that you are ok.. You and your art have been a big help to me and many others.. Just always stay true to yourself.. hmm.. The financial part might take time, but that is true for most artists.. Your fans will be here even if you do have to do it part time.. hmm.. I sent you an email the other day about a way to help with the financial part.. Did you get to read it? hmm.. I think it is a good idea.. Anyway.. We are all here for you! Take care, stay safe, and smile huh.. Things will work out! :))
💙🫶🏻✨
Letting go of certainty is not a bad thing. The opposite isn't uncertainty! It's openness, curiosity, and a willingness to embrace the path you choose. It might be a bit bumpy down the road, but we are still here to support you 🫡