Four octaves of vocal brilliance meets Caribbean soul in this captivating conversation with Li Li Octave, Dominica's rising musical star who's redefining regional sounds on the global stage.
Li Li takes us on her remarkable journey from singing Whitney Houston perfectly at just four years old to becoming what she calls the "Caribbean Neo-Soul Queen." With roots in Dominica, Barbados, and Montserrat, Li Li explains how she crafts her distinctive sound by masterfully fusing traditional Caribbean elements like Kadass, Zouk, and Kompa with neo-soul, R&B, and jazz. The result? A fresh musical identity that's opening doors both regionally and internationally.
What sets Li Li apart isn't just her extraordinary vocal range but her commitment to authentic storytelling through music. Drawing from personal experiences, she creates songs that move from expressing raw emotions to finding positive resolutions – a reflection of her own philosophy about overcoming life's challenges. When she's not recording or performing across Switzerland, Algeria, and the UK, Lily balances her career as a massage therapist, embraces her love of plants, and spends quality time with her daughter.
Her passionate advice to young Caribbean artists reveals her vision for the region's musical future: "Don't get distracted by the hype... think outside the box and don't follow the norm." Lily envisions a legacy where Dominica takes its rightful place in global music conversations through her boundary-pushing approach. With her second "Jazz and Dine" event approaching and new albums in the works, Li Li Octave isn't just participating in Caribbean music's evolution – she's actively shaping it.
Discover this extraordinary talent's music on all major streaming platforms and follow her journey as she continues to prove that authentic Caribbean sounds can resonate worldwide without compromising artistic integrity.

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