Aja Maria: From Broadway to R&B and the Story Behind "Congratulations"
About this episode
Aja Maria discusses her transition from Broadway to R&B and the inspiration behind her single 'Congratulations'.
On this episode of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris, we welcome rising R&B artist Aja Maria, a Baltimore-born singer whose soulful sound blends vulnerability, confidence, and timeless influences including Anita Baker, Sade, Brandy, and Tank. Aja began performing at an early age, making her Broadway debut at just 12 years old, and now steps into an exciting new chapter with her sultry new single "Congratulations." The hypnotic R&B slow-burn explores love, reconnection, and the hopeful belief that what's truly meant for you can find its way back. We talk with Aja about her journey from Broadway to recording artist, the influences that shaped her musical identity, and the story behind "Congratulations." The single is part of her forthcoming debut full-length project, produced by King Midas, whose credits include Tory Lanez, Teyana Taylor, and Justin Bieber. With recognition from Ones to Watch, Earmilk, and more, Aja Maria is emerging as an exciting new voice in contemporary R&B-and she joins Music Matters to share the music, the journey, and what comes next. Social Media www.Instagram.com/iamajamaria Spotify…
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