Introducing: Melina
Time to get to know our nominees a little better. Melina shares songs that inspire her to create art and we chat with her about things (almost!) nobody knows about her... ;-) Can you keep a secret?
Before you start reading, get into the vibe that is Melina. She has created a playlist of 15 tracks that inspire her.
What was the first song you wrote about?
The first song I ever wrote was when I was a child. It told the story of a girl living in Cappadocia — a kind of goddess of the sun.
Name your biggest musical inspiration at the moment!
Theodora
Craziest thing that happened during a show:
It might not sound crazy, but for me it was unforgettable: the first time everyone in the audience knew the lyrics to one of my songs! It happened in Athens, and hearing the whole crowd sing along was magical!
Which song of your own means the most to you and why?
Probably "Kano Traka". Unlike other songs where I imagine myself in different stories or relationships, this one really speaks about me. It just feels like me: someone walking through life, taking little things from it, a bit lost, not really knowing where I’m going. But by the end of the song, even though I never say that I’ve found my way, you can feel that it’s okay — that the journey itself is what really matters.
What did you want to be when you were little?
Singer or writer.
Artists people like if they'll also like your music:
Marina Satti, Addison Rae and Nancy Ajram.
What do people like to do if they like you?
Belly dance, walk in the dark, be divas, live in the past, live in the present, overthink, smell old perfumes, speak to your ancestors.
What is something (almost) nobody knows about you?
I have this weird need to do things in a certain order - chronologically, alphabetically, or by list. For example, when I listen to music, I always have to play the songs in alphabetical order. Sometimes it’s a bit annoying, especially if I just want to jump around, but for some reason I cannot do otherwise.
What do you listen to if nobody is around?
Spooky Halloween music
Dream collab for your art or music:
Charlie XCX
Leave a message here for your fans:
Everything I create lives in you; my music is yours.
Lastly, give us a random inspirational quote!
Everything that can be imagined already exists somewhere.