Having already made an indelible impression throughout the music scene, on-the-rise genre-blending artist Poiison, who hails from Queens, New York, has thus far both shown and proven that not only is she in it for the long haul, but – even more importantly – she’s an unstoppable industry force to be reckoned with. More insight from out Poiison interview below.
Poiison Interview:
Poiison On…
“Antisocial”:
“Antisocial” describes the state of mind I was in and still am. Sometimes you might see me outside and I look uninterested, but I just feel like I can’t relate to so many people. I was going through a breakup and I was angry…I just spoke about it.
“My Way,” featuring Fergie Baby:
Just a page in my diary. I know what I’m doing, and I’m gonna do this journey my way and we’re gonna have our way with it.
Love, Money, Art:
Love, money, and art are three really important things in my life. I felt like the project, overall, was rooted in those three energies — it was about love, about money, and about art. All the things that move me, challenge me, and inspire me to keep creating.
Songwriting:
Mostly pain, if I’m being honest. Sometimes I feel like it’s pretty pain music. I’m not sure if I need to work on channeling from a different place, but it’s my gut and my vulnerability that keep coming out the most effortlessly. That’s just where the truth seems to live for me right now.
Musical Inception:
I grew up in church. We had a music room at home …my mother sang, my sister played every instrument. When I first started really listening to music, it gave me an indescribable feeling. I was sold from that moment. Even through all the different phases of my life, music has always been heavy in it. It never left me.
Musical Influences:
I’d have to say, if I had to pick from New York: Lil Kim, 50 Cent, Lady Gaga, to name a few; I loved / love them all. But I also really love the New Orleans sound…melodic and hard at the same time.
Style / Sound:
I’m a genre-bending artist, but if I had to pick, I’d say hip hop, hip pop, trap, bluesy, melancholic, and reflective — but still energetic. I’m all about duality.
Moniker:
The name “Poiison” is more than just a moniker. It came from real life. There were all these strange coincidences…she was beautiful, into plants, alluring, mysterious. It started as something inspired by someone else, but over time, it became much deeper. Honest truth, I’ve always been into Poison Ivy, anime, comics, all of it. I feel like comics come from my reality and fantasy which is what I’m mixed with. It’s about contrast…heroes and villains, softness and strength, chaos and calm. That duality, that push and pull…it’s a reflection of life, and it lives in my art. Poiison became more than a name. It turned into an energy. Now it’s about spreading that energy, that good venom, through my veins and out into the world.
Poiison Music:
I want people to feel something. I want them to feel like I spoke for them, the same way I feel when I listen to my favorite artists. I want to carry on the legacy of those artists who have made an impact, keeping that energy alive. I want to be a part of that. I want them to relate, but also be in awe of my magic.
Dream Collab:
I’m just a huge 2Pac fan. I think he was passionate and moody, just like me; that duality between strength and vulnerability. He was such a beautiful person, and I would’ve loved to experience that if I could have. His energy was raw, real, and unapologetic, much like mine. And let’s not forget, he wasn’t too bad on the eyes either, hehe.
Wish-list Venue:
I’m not sure, but I recently saw my friend post a video of a performance in a place with lots of snow. You had to take one of those cable cars they use for snowboarding mountains to get there. That was super cool and inspiring; that was a different kind of venue. Honestly, something about the cold, the snow, and the unique vibe really resonated with me.
State of Music:
My happiness doesn’t really matter in this big spectrum; I’m just one opinion. But if I must answer, I’m in and out. I research, find what resonates with me, and build my own world. I remove what doesn’t feel right, and anything I don’t like, I change in my own space.
Longevity:
I feel like being real is key. You can’t fake real, people will eventually see through it. I’ve gotta stay true to myself and be hard on my routines and habits that keep me grounded and on my path. That’s what will keep me timeless.
Outside / Additional (future) Aspirations:
I want to get into modeling, dive into the health, food, and mental health industries. I have a real passion for all of that, along with public speaking. At the end of the day, I live to inspire.
Biggest Career Moment(s):
Honestly, I’m on tour right now with a phenomenal artist named Shordie Shordie, and this is life changing for me. It’s just a different time in my life right now…beast mode!!
An Average Day:
I wake up and do my best to thank God every morning. Sometimes I forget if I start my day moving too fast, but even if I miss it, I always remember at some point. I never get too deep into the day without it. Most mornings, I’m thanking God and having a silent start, which my therapist suggested. Then it’s skincare, food, vitamins, and jumping on a call with my team every single day!
Fan Interaction(s):
I love them, I really do. They make me feel alive. I’m connecting with them like they’re a part of me, like they’re in my DNA. It’s a special connection. I’m grateful, so grateful for them.
The Biz:
I’m addicted to the game, I love it. The wins, the losses, all of it. I was born to do this. My least favorite part is the politics, but at the same time, I respect it. it’s what makes it the game. My favorite part is the journey; watching the impossible become possible. Why? sometimes its just too much, but the duality in me is like if it ain’t a lot then what’s the point.
Career Advice:
Discipline is key. You’ve got to have stability; ground yourself first, then be consistent. That’s when credibility follows. You can’t give up. You have to ask God to help you find your tribe and bring it all together. It’s not easy…only the strongest survive.
Next 5 to 10 Years:
I see myself successful and free; the art and passion providing the lifestyle. Everyone on the team is up. I’m growing my own food, more focused, and tackling world issues on global stages.
What’s Next:
I’m going on tour starting May 7th on the West Coast — it’s the third show of a longer leg. I’m out to connect with the people and promote my project, Love Money Art; I’m dropping videos and visualizers for more songs, and I’m in the
studio cooking up new music and a few surprises.
Anything Else:
Not really, I feel good. Thank you for taking an interest in a brand that’s still blooming and wanting to have this conversation at this stage. It means a lot to me.
Parting Words:
We’re gonna make the world P again. In Poiison we trust!
