Latin Grammy-nominated artist Bruses musical journey has been quite spectacular. From overcoming a horrific car accident at the age of 20 to blossoming into her own as an artist, the young Mexican singer/songwriter shows true depth and authenticity in her lyrics which reflect genuine introspective feelings while evoking an array of emotions. Tackling issues such as anxiety and depression, Bruses showcases herself in a sincere light that deeply resonates with her fans. Recently releasing her single “I’m So Happy,” Bruses is excited for her next album as we discuss later in our interview.
Originally from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Bruses grew up in a colorful city full of vibrant Mexican culture which reflects the person she is today, “So I’m from the hardcore border and growing up there was a really affirmative experience and I miss it every day,” she said. Adding, “I was born and raised there, went to school there, and then went to music university in Mexico City because I was just a girl with a dream and growing up in Tijuana there’s actually a lot of misconceptions about the city but it’s really a city full of culture, music, art, and really cool people. I really thank my city for the person I am today, and I really encourage people to go there and visit.” Introduced to music at a young age, Bruses first picked up a guitar around the age of 6 and became exposed to music through her family, “So my dad and grandpa played guitar, and basically earned money that way which was common for a lot of people back in the day. My granapa would play at taco shops and restaurants. Music was always a big thing on my dad’s side of the family. My dad actually taught me how to play the guitar because I really wanted to be in my school’s band, and I remember I learned in like two days how to play two songs. I then auditioned and that was my first memory of playing instruments and I really fell in love with music.” Eventually, Bruses would utilize her creativity as a way to help heal her depression and struggles growing up.
As a songwriter, Bruses also loves the creative process of creating music and applies it to her healing journey as well, “I got bullied a lot when I was younger because of my weight, and because of how I looked and dressed and because of the things that I liked. Kids are mean, and I got bullied for about six or seven years of my life. So it was definitely a very formative experience. I had no self-esteem, and so that really did something to my brain. I remember when I was 10, that was the first time that I felt like something was wrong or that I was different because I was thinking about death in an unhealthy way. And that’s when it all started. I started having depression and panic attacks and a lot of anxiety and I had no friends because I didn’t know how to make friends. I had no social skills, so basically the only thing that I could do to keep myself sane and to keep myself entertained was music. And that’s how I became interested in the whole craft of songwriting. I discovered that if I wrote the things that were in my mind I felt better, and it was therapy without me knowing.”
Influenced by a diverse selection of artists such as Green Day, My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Pink Floyd, and more, Bruses music infuses a mix of sounds and takes on a pop electronic form. Her new single “I’m So Happy,” touches on the subject of happiness and explores feelings of internal struggles as Bruses explains further, “‘I’m So Happy’ is really a weird song and that’s what I wanted. It’s super different from the other stuff that I’ve been putting out from my first record, I only have one album out, and this is the first single from the second album and I think we picked this one as a single because of the lyrics and musically it’s just super different and shocking in a way. I’m also touching urban for the first time, and it also has a rock feeling and it’s just a mixture of everything.” Bruses also wants others to know her next album will be more of a personal reflection of her experiences as she reflects on a particular incident, “I had a car accident when I was 20 and I basically died and I perforated my intestines and everything and went into sepsis and it was a whole thing that really changed my life and my perspective on things. I can honestly talk about this now because it’s been seven years and it really was a really weird experience. I was in a coma for almost two months and they put you on drugs to sleep for basically forever so your body can heal you. You basically don’t wake up until you’re able to breathe on your own.” Bruses second album explores her personal journey through struggles and healing which she is excited to eventually release.
Advice to young women out there, Bruses has a message for her fans and young women out there, “I would say, don’t be afraid because it doesn’t matter where you were born you can honestly do whatever you want. I’m from Tijuana and I grew up poor and I’m signed to RCA in LA 12 years later. It’s super cliche but nothing’s impossible and don’t let anyone tell you no matter what color you are no matter what language you speak and no matter what side of the border you were born.”
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