The Bridge Between Realms And Evolving Her Legend

With her ethereal tone, undeniable vocal range, poetic intelligence, and electric independence, Jillian Skye isn’t just another rising artist — she’s an oracle in the flesh. Imprinted in the minds of fans and music experts as the Queen of Eclectic, Jillian’s sound defies genre, her lyrics defy gravity, and her presence defies expectations.

Blending dream-state storytelling with sonic healing, Jillian speaks with intention — whether through songs, silence, or shimmering in a single still image that somehow says everything without needing a caption. She’s not just creating music — she’s crafting myth. And in this exclusive conversation, Jillian invites us into her world where dreams speak louder than reality, and evolution is her love language.

1. Jillian, with your mix of styles, you’ve earned the title ‘Queen of Eclectic.’ What parts of your artistry are often overlooked beyond your bold sound?

I’d say what often gets overlooked is the intention woven into every layer of the music. My songs are vibrational blueprints— through every detail, from the lyrics and melodies to the rhythm, harmonies, chord choices, ad libs, and notes— it’s all coded and expansive, not just crafted to entertain.

Another thing I feel often gets overlooked within my craft is that I write nearly all of my songs completely by myself. I think that really sets me apart from most mainstream artists today. I’m not here to force recognition for it, but it’s something I take great pride in. I’m genuinely happy and proud to have that gift, ability, and skill.

I know many popular artists like to claim the title of songwriter, but the reality is they’re often co-writers. The music industry should start to acknowledge that hidden truth. Being a true songwriter is different than being a co-writer, and the term songwriter is not something that should be crowned lightly.

The last thing I would contribute to this topic would be people’s lack of understanding of the overall messages within my work. I try to cultivate a sacred space between vulnerability and ascension— not one or the other, but both at once. My artistry embodies shadow and light, the soft and the savage— all of my compositions are meant to reflect that, because I’m not here to stay small or static. I wouldn’t want my audience to either.

So while the bold sound or style might catch attention, it’s the inner architecture— the emotional and energetic design that holds the real power— and if you tune in closely enough, you’ll notice the delicacy underneath it all.

2. You’ve been writing and composing since you were nine years old. What drove you to music at such a young age, and do you remember your first song?

I do. It was second grade— I remember humming a melody in falsetto under my breath during class and realizing something unlocked. My range surprised me even then. My family’s always been musical, so I felt safe exploring it.

At first, I kept my writing hidden— just me, my phone, and a notebook full of private galaxies. Then I found an early platform called Keek where I started posting videos singing covers. That spilled into Instagram. Then TikTok. And now, I’m performing live across Long Island.

Each step has been like leveling up— but it all started in silence. That quiet space where songs are born before the world ever hears them.

3. Being a solo artist in an industry that often relies on teams of writers and producers is admirable. What makes you stick to doing things on your own terms?

Because it’s real, I’ve never been interested in the factory-line version of artistry. There’s something deeply satisfying about knowing I built this with my own two hands.

Yes, it’s harder. But it’s cleaner. I’ve seen what happens when you let contaminated energies get too close— people trying to use your light for their agenda. And I won’t allow that.

I protect my peace. I protect the frequency. And honestly, I think it’s more legendary to rise without needing anyone at all.

4. Besides being a singer-songwriter, I read you’re also into poetry and acting — could you elaborate more on that? Is there anything else in the world you still feel curious to explore?

Absolutely. Acting has always felt like home, though in many ways, I’m already living the show. My life is the movie. When you connect with me, you won’t see a performance— you’ll see embodiment. I step into the poetry. I’d love to explore that more deeply through film one day, when the right project calls to me.

My ultimate passion is in the kind of acting that has no price tag— the moments that can’t be bought, sold, or staged. I’ve worked in both scripted and improv formats for paid projects, but my heart lives in the unscripted. I always like to clarify though— if you ever see me acting in a production that didn’t fully originate from my own creative concept, vision, art or soul, it was a job. In other words, delivering improvisational choices to fulfill an external directorial vision is fundamentally different from inhabiting a character rooted in my own emotional truth and internal authorship.

Poetry, though— that’s my sacred mirror. My most vulnerable and untamed work lives inside those lines. I archive based on intuition, but what disappears isn’t always gone. Some things return when they’re called. You’ll learn quickly that not everything is random with me. Even silence is part of the art. I’m always listening for what to keep open and what to release. My words are how I clear my experience with the world.

And yes, I’m deeply curious. About the unnamed things— new systems, the unknown, the eccentric topics, and alternative realms where universal expansion lives. That’s where I feel myself being pulled next.

5. When people press play on your new single “The Deep End,” what kind of atmosphere or emotion are you inviting them into?

I’m inviting them into the liminal. The place where the dream world collides with waking life. This song is for the moments you see someone not only in real life but in your dreams, and start feeling something for them that transcends logic.

It’s blurry. Ethereal. Underwater. Like time isn’t real, and you’re not sure if the connection is psychic or physical. The cover art mirrors that, looking almost like a mermaid, half in light, half submerged.

It’s meant to give off the magnetism of me still dreaming. I want people to feel like they’re floating between worlds… because I was.

6. Where did the idea for this song come from? Real-life stuff or more of a made-up story?

Real life— always. My songs don’t lie. It came from an actual person who showed up in both my waking world and my dreams. And though that chapter has long closed, I’m grateful.

Some people are only meant to spark the flame. They don’t deserve to stay, but they helped birth something beautiful. That’s the magic of songwriting. Turning ghosts into gold.

7. Do you feel more connected to the songwriting when you’re holding a guitar or is the piano where the real magic happens?

My voice and my writing are my strongest portals. I don’t play guitar, but I’m always drawn to guitar-led instrumentals. There’s something magical and aching about it that pulls my lyrics right out of me.

I play a little piano, but I wouldn’t say I rely on it. I think that might evolve, though— maybe the keys are calling. We’ll see what the next chapter brings.

8. Is there a deeper meaning or something to learn from the lyrics in “The Deep End”?

The central theme is: what if the connection you felt wasn’t just in this realm? What if you’re dreaming of someone for a reason? The lyrics question whether that emotional tether is real or just a projection.

But either way, it’s powerful. And maybe… that’s the point.

9. Is your vocal technique something you’ve consciously worked on, or did it just come naturally?

A little of both. Riffs and vocal runs came naturally as a kid, but as I got older, I wanted more control over my tone and delivery. Music college helped refine that. But my voice has always been more than just sound. It’s a channel. I’m not singing to impress— I’m singing to transmit something deeper.

10. Where do you think your sound is headed next? Got any plans lined up for the rest of 2025?

Oh, yes. It’s getting sultrier. Bolder. Cinematic. The music I’m working on now reflects the woman I’ve become— resilient and unapologetic. You’ll feel more depth, more darkness, more intention.

My live performances are expanding, and the new music is unlike anything I’ve released before. It’s elevated. It’s electric. It’s me… evolved.

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