Sony Music Group x GLAAD ICONS episode 2: INIKO on musical influences, identity and more

[@arthurcoomes2942]

I am a 60 year old white man in the Southern, US. The first time I heard you, something -- still undefinable happened. My soul soared and danced and I went to a new and very limitless place. THANK YOU

[@supernova11200]

❤❤❤ astonishingly beautiful

[@slylockdefox246]

The power of music this is the same feeling the black Egyptians had years ago with the chants for the Gods.

[@crysl3343]

@arthurcoomes2942 YOU ARE AWESOME HONEY!!! feel the love

[@nainagill3764]

Same same bro

[@Lavishb6226]

That’s dope

[@sarahawkins1917]

This was the right interviewer for her because he made her feel comfortable right from the start. So that she could express herself openly and freely.

[@happyasiangirlfrankfurt2644]

This interview is like a healing therapy session. She is such a beautiful soul. I have even more love and respect for her now.

[@carltonrobinson9814]

This girl is from nature she represent the elements of nature , life, time, the universe..her music is so refreshing at the same time it awoke your inner spiritual warrior to immerse in the inner power of yourself to fight and believe in true self awaking. Peace and love be with you Iniko..on your journey.

[@CrashBoomBang78]

They are not a girl. Did you even watch the interview??

[@burusLi7]

​@@CrashBoomBang78are you watching? That IS a girl. Words and delusions will never change that fact. You shouldve said "listening" instead, then it would make sense

[@CrashBoomBang78]

@burusLi7 That's literally not how that works. At all. Thanks for playing though.

[@burusLi7]

@@CrashBoomBang78 did you just say the word literally.... 🤣🤣🤣🤣that's the wrong word for you to be choosing when going on delusional. because LITERALLY thats a female. Delusionally on the other hand? Call her what you want

[@wdwdwdw21]

u r mentally ill T_T

[@FieryFlamingFajitas]

I recently came across the song Jericho on youtube and was blown away by how powerful that song and Iniko/Iniko's voice are. It's on a whole other level, a whole other wavelength

[@MURIELEvans-fq1wt]

Her song reminds me of Micheal Jackson

[@nwosupeter2678]

This lady is not of this realm. She has tapped into the unknown, you can feel it, it’s all over her!!!

[@osker450]

Drugs are a bad thing

[@TermsDecoded]

True. She has makeup that looks like the ones people who practice witchcraft wear.

[@gchat9906]

​@@TermsDecodedIndeed, her singing voice displays remarkable talent, showcasing a captivating quality that resonates with many. However, the overall impression she leaves on others might be impacted by her choice of peculiar facial makeup, which tends to give her a somewhat otherworldly appearance. It's especially noticeable with her eyebrows completely shaved off, which many find rather unconventional and uncommon in mainstream aesthetics. She is peculiar.

[@tashboog5458]

Smh Scorpios are indeed intriguing and powerful. She said she IS going to be ah ah ah and doesn’t run from words like iconic for fake humility, she’s leaving these crumbs and y’all are going to EAT. Tuh

[@Lol-h1g7o]

Mannn, ya'll funny. Just because she's stoney, sounded so profond doesn't make her out of this realm. She's just high and wanted to sound deep, that is all.

[@Womynxx]

I knew they were going to say MJ was their icon. I can hear the inspiration in their voice. So beautiful.

[@legendarymusicspirit]

I feel the same way

[@DS-wh6is]

Her 😂

[@AlanaWarwick]

I think what she’s saying above is iniko thinks of herself of a gender she is energy as we all are, there are no pc pronouns intended

[@cammie8701]

I don't know why it's surreal.... she's AMAZING! Her music makes me think I can conquer the world!

[@pkizzy8325]

they are amazing

[@dylanpringle4314]

Me two ❤ she makes me want to sing 🎤 again I understand her so well ran away from fame when I got there didn’t know I was as good 👍 like that it’s to bad / for me. But I wanna thank her for restarting my band and recording

[@jessypostlewait742]

❤ YOU CAN

[@qw2659]

I am probably twice her age and am still reaching for her level of self awareness. What an AMAZING interview. Kudos to the interviewer for giving her the space to be so open.

[@jenniferwalker5625]

their* them*

[@qw2659]

@@jenniferwalker5625yeah, ok...thanks.

[@_Mikey758]

​@jenniferwalker5625 You have no right to demand anyone acknowledge that bullshit. She's a sensational singer. Thats that

[@qw2659]

@@_Mikey758 If “I’m bored and want to stir up an argument on a year old comment” was a person…

[@_Mikey758]

@@qw2659 ...it'd be you qw2659. Move along.

[@stephaniefrazier7413]

So true. Michael Jackson is definitely a Legend and he spoke and sing his music how he felt and everything day changes.

[@cecilliachi]

The Universe led me to discover you at just the right time. I needed more examples of individuals living their true authentic self. You are right! That’s how you are changing the world Iniko. By being yourself, you are giving people permission to know there is the choice to live authentically if they want to. ❤❤

[@dannyoliver1840]

Iniko!!! Watching this interview made me very happy…you speak so gently, softly and eloquently as MJ did…I know how proud of you Michael would be…or perhaps I should say, how proud of you he is, watching over you, smiling…what a creative collaboration you would have made…Michael is sacred artistic musical cosmic legendary genius and I always knew and felt that he inspires you heavily…you are a very special artist and like Michael you do not confirm, have your own style and make the music from your soul and not to try and fit in with the current “trend” and you stay authentic to your artistic identity…i COMPLETELY relate to you…when Michael passed, a huge part of me went with him…I was completely depressed and devastated…i still can't believe it but he is forever alive in his music and art…I spent a lot of time with him over a 10year period, made and designed 3 jackets for him and visited him in Neverland various times…I twice performed for him in London and New York…now i work as an MJ tribute artist…I know if you’d met him that he would have felt your glow..i have no doubt you'll meet Michael in the next world…thank you for being so authentic, for crediting Michael and for your beautiful artistry. Thank you also for speaking up about Palestine and for using your platform to amplify the truth…i'm all over it…MJ wrote a poem for Palenstine!! blessings to you

[@johnbraucher1499]

I did not expect that voice after hearing Jericho.

[@eddyreddy]

She is gonna make a huge change in the music industry. Love her calm ways and spiritual outlook on life. Keep it up INIKO I support you all the way. 👍❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Neesha242]

Is she the first spiritual singer to make it? It’s cool to see her breaking down bridges

[@rubylioness727]

This was the sermon I needed on this Sunday. Ashe' Iniko! Thank you for having Them on here and allowing us to get a more in depth look at who They are as an artist!

[@Tosha7107]

Her speech is even cosmetic, so angelic I love her

[@KoraWade]

NOT HER, THEY ARE NONBINARY

[@qw2659]

So you are literally going to tag this on every post and get increasingly upset in the process? You are giving yourself too much unnecessary stress. I am willing to bet Iniko (THEY) are waaay to grounded to give it this much energy.

[@tomclarke6681]

Lol what a Fucken joke is it a dude or chick ?

[@pkizzy8325]

did u hear the part of the interview@@qw2659where THEY talked about being MIS~gendered...and how it made THEM feel....or is it only what u want to call some1 that matters...

[@danielandre4633]

I felt every word that you spoke Iniko. Your demeanour is that of Love, innerstanding, strength, vulnerability, peace, awareness and resilience amongst other things… thank you for simply being you… for choosing to allow your light to shine brightly, for this will inspire and encourage others to do the same. May peace and love be upon you now and always ✨♾️❤️♾️✨

[@wilfredmarrero891]

I have been following her for the last two months. I have lots of thoughts while listening to the interview, but she answered all the questions that humanity needed to hear. thanks a lot for the interview. I feel we as a human race, we are waking up and breaking the structure that were impose to us by family, education, church and the government. this is the way to freedom, this the way to give back to our race and to the planet. moments like this make me feel like humanity and this planet still have a change to move forward... thanks Sony much and GLAAD. @iniko my love thanks for being, thanks for inspire me, thanks for your voice, thanks for sharing with all of us... by the way i posted in SM that you will win the grammy 2024 with Jerico, I see it girl... love ya

[@sarada3162]

omg. i heard her sing and i thought it was Michael Jackson and now i hear her speak about her biggest inspiration, it makes sense!!

[@shailonmgb]

I love the way she speaks calmness and power in to the atmosphere. If I were having a bad day, I could replay this and INSTANTLY calm down with the energy she puts out. Then turn around and play her music and recharge my Goddess power. Keep doing what you’re doing, Iniko! Keep speaking what you’re speaking! Keep singing what you’re singing!❤🔥❤🔥❤

[@TreciaThompson-u1d]

Never come across an interview as this ...I am amazed...at her response...she is intellectually intelligent

[@TruePathLiving]

Iniko, I'm a christian and I love you. It hurt so bad to hear you cry and to hear your horrible experiences. I know churches can be so cruel and people who call themselves christian , so judgemental, but Iniko know that, God's wrath will be on those who judge others...in the bible it says those who judge others will be judged twice by the Lord. I do hope you come back one day and use your beautiful gift for God. But I will love you no matter what. Your art is beautiful.

[@M.interviews]

I don't need gravity I just need growth ❤

[@balrogia]

I need gravity in order to grow ;)

[@stormikatwoke4631]

This interview was so soul filling. Thank you so much for sharing Iniko. I do believe that you are a catalyst. Your music has helped to feel my soul more. I'm working on rebuilding a 2 way road for my head & heart to reconnect. Society has a great way of burying the soul & extinguish the fire burning inside of a person. I've always asked myself, & still do, how so many humans just see God as a "man" or "woman"? Why couldn't God just be considered as pure Energy? Energy forgives, energy accepts, energy flows through us all and if they say God flows through us then wouldn't that just be considered Energy? I don't enjoy using the word God as I feel that's the term humans gave, I prefer Higher Power. Whoever is reading this, you are iconic. You make a difference in lives without ever realizing it. You are energy. You can live the way you want & not follow society guide lines.

[@jasondawson92]

She remind me of Tboz from TLC her look 👀 her face and hair and body

[@luciamamta]

Makes sense they are giving MJ/Left Eye vibes... keep creating Iniko your sound is 🔥

[@BeautyInVision]

I knew Iniko was a being that i spiritually connected to immediately. She definitely knows who she is💚

[@KoraWade]

@@PankajDoharey who says soul doesn't exist?

[@mirandaunzicker]

@@KoraWadei think this person means you’re not a body that has a soul, but rather you ARE a soul that has a body, you need a physical body in order to explore creation

[@starrlara2599]

I was so depressed too when Michael Jackson died. It was surreal. He was only two years younger than me, and I grew up listening to him. I kept wondering why wasn’t the world stopping for a moment.

[@ZMS463]

I'm sorry you had that experience at your church growing up. I love your music; I knew you were going to say MJ was your icon! There is something about you that is so much like him in your music and how you talk and present yourself. God bless.

[@MzGumby02]

She is something out of this world. Love her energy and spirit.

[@marzenal]

Yeah, right?

[@KoraWade]

THEY. Not She/Her. That's half of why they are literally on this channel

[@qw2659]

I really wish people would not get SO offended when someone uses a pronoun based on what they see with their eyes. I was today years old when I found out they use "they/them". That's fine and I will use those pronouns from now on but how on earth would someone know that if they had never seen their social media pages? Do some of ya'll just spend all your time correcting pronouns?

[@Mikaelson_Royal]

​@@qw2659I literally just came across a video they/them-ING her and I had to check. Whatever the person us, has a great voice but I can't with the pronouns. Not my business though

[@Mellanima]

I'm pretty sure that they's literally out of this World. Jericho tells us it haha

[@professionalbystander2574]

I dont listen to new music much but Iniko came and shared her soul and boom I love music again.

[@laurauzaite6681]

I felt the whole interview with my soul and heart. Tears were dropping throughout the whole video!! I love you INIKO 🙏🥰

[@CrashBoomBang78]

I was thinking that i see in iniko what I see in Michael Jackson - fast forward five minutes, and they literally mentioned Michael in an interview as their main influence and inspiration! I was like I KNEW IT! The energy is the same. It comes from someplace else.

[@MonnoDoll]

That was a beautiful episode. She is so brave and magnificent and I am proud of her

[@ms.lovelace5049]

Talented 🎶 🎼 Young Woman..! 🌸 Absolutely.! Gorgeous I am so Happy For Her ☀️

[@MoRaj-b8y]

Everything about u is remind me sumone very close to me ...many lifestimes ago.... .. have u ever wonder when everybody wearing fashions made by sum guy u choose to go with ur inner fashion n did u ever thought wear in subconchess it was all this time...... That's makes u unique with the one of a kind voice. Respect real one ...keepup the good work..... namaste

[@websnuzy6240]

Wow, amazing and talented - fabulous!

[@steverdms]

Just discovered her today and I can say this already - she is literally a light. So wise for someone so young. I'm so impressed by her as a person, not just an artist. I am 54 years old and I feel there is so much she could teach me. She has an amazing way of seeing and interpreting the world. Wow.

[@china714]

Wow she cant teach you nothing! Shes not wise if she was she would have still been A FOLLOWER TO GOD WHO HAVE HER THAT AMAZING VOICE...INSTEAD SHE WILL SPEAK AND SING HATRED AND HOW SHE IS NOW GOD HERSELF...NOT GOOD....SHE WILL SCARE AND CONFUSE CHILDREN AND MAKE THEM BELIEVE THEY ARE NOTHING...AND SHES BEING EXPLOITED FOR HER WRONGS...DONT WALK RUN THE OTHER WAY...

[@Doc_BM]

Great interview. Great questions. INIKO's capability to express her thoughts and articulate certain complex concepts is outstanding.❤

[@coreyhabbas]

I love how introspective she is. I love hearing her thought process and how she thinks so deeply and she explores and thinks about existence and intention. She is an evolved soul who is not confined. This is freedom of thought in its very essence.

[@annbalgobin369]

This girl is a star seed, you are truly amazing and inspiring. Your voice is incredible beautiful and soothing.

[@PernillaArtistic]

Such an awesome interview, thank you for sharing it! ❤

[@nekeshaburrell3168]

I resonated with every word. WOW sista! the energy is surely aligned. the awareness is DIVINE!

[@VegaVeg]

She ALREADY is one of the greatest! I was showing my son some of her stuff and he said "OMG, mom, are you a 'STAN?!'" I had to take a step back and realized....OMG, I AM A STAN!!! She's all I listen to anymore... I love her, I think she is way better than MOST of the artists out now! I can't wait to see how far she takes this now that she's finally taken off!

[@KoraWade]

THEY, NOT SHE/HER

[@boooopadoop]

What is a STAN❤

[@DelusionDispeller]

What is a Stan!

[@DelusionDispeller]

Ok I know what a stan is. An idolater. Got it! And I'm a stan of no man ( or anything or anyone else) I enjoy various types of music but I do not put humans or stars etc on pedestals

[@tashboog5458]

😂 I must be old brah 🤦🏾‍♀️ Go stream the song Stan by Eminem. The masses coined the term from this epic moment in music history. Sheesh!

[@tammikacampbell3424]

They wont understand what you said about being a medium... someone that can be herself and inspire us to do so... my favorite ❤

[@crysl3343]

I FEEL YOU INIKO!!! I GET SOOO SAD but INSPIRED to think about him...NOBODY EVER DID IT LIKE MICHEAL .. but i believe YOU CAN BRING THAT BACK ....he WAS THE HUGEST MOST SACRED SOURCE OF PEACE ON THIS PLANET

[@lunacco]

They are truly amazing! I can't wait to see their career build.

[@Lowkeemuzikk]

Please please do not let the industry change your music or how you are...stay exactly and do it like you are now...I discovered her about 3 months ago and have been hook. Her energy, voice, spirit everything is just different and transcends everything we know today as far as music and the potential for the human race..I mean wow.....

[@erikafox9651]

For real. I hope iniko stays true to themselves and don't let the industry change them

[@china714]

Shes being exploited for her story they are trying to hurt God and you are gonna do the same she couldnt accept correction...not good shes dangerous

[@pudermcgavin4462]

I love this interview! Omg!

[@stoneymurray8824]

Just your presence alone stirs the soul I wish you would have never became a part of any industry you are industry yourself just everything about you is glowing get away from the industry your music is anointing your writing is your speech you are very contagious a harp on the industry because you're so much more than the industry you're bigger I love the music that you write stay strong LOVE

[@RomanasYT]

Such a beautiful person and soul 🥰 I know the gender pronouns is hard to shake as it’s the beginning of a cultural shift. I forget too! But I understand their reasoning behind it, even more. So thank you Iniko 🙏 Please keep on being you

[@DarnellAnderson-s6j]

A star is born 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👍👍💯🥰

[@TaraTheard]

She’s iconic ❤❤

[@vonkachez]

Amazing interview because of the value of the information💕🦋💕I fell in love with her from the 1st seconds of hearing her song, the lyrics, and then seeing her. She is needed so much here, she is making an amazingly good impact. I so resonate with this kind of energy, I believe more like minded people align together, and not to fight, but to show a better way💕🦋💕

[@Courses-uni]

I love her and i respect her ❤❤ Hats down 🙏🔥

[@blain147]

She is just so beautiful and talented. But, there's a lot more to it, you can feel that there is a high frequency; a divine spirit that resides in Iniko. She's a star child, like Michael, Sade, Prince, Teena Marie etc 💯❤❤💯

[@kimberlygregory-buval1225]

Talent that cannot be aptly expressed in words!!❤😇 She is undeniably an "Anointed One" & it is no surprise that she initially channeled her musical influences into worship.🎼🎵 So simple and complex a being has blessed our ears and souls as a messenger and vessel🧚‍♂️🙏😇.... Infinite, consummate talent- so privileged 2 put a thought process and personality to the voice!

[@rrainnecross8065]

Wow!!!! Just beautiful i have always believed this!!

[@user-ee1et2pm1z]

I Love Her, the way she talks snd explains things, she is doing beautiful things and I thing she is already ICONIC but I feel there is sooo much more to come

[@ReptilesGeniales]

You are an amazing person and a magnificent artist!! We are many that DO appreciate your art!! ❤

[@tacarlathomas2583]

Her singing voice is waaaay bigger than her speaking voice ❤

[@grazyvalerio3875]

Michael Jackson também era assim,sua fala era suave,e quando cantava era algo poderoso.

[@amoralavenezolana1]

May the power of the universe keep you in this beautiful path of awakening and consciousness ❤. Your musis has a such positive powerful message, please keep truthful to yourself ❤

[@AlanaWarwick]

You are the angels voice to the awakening we are experiencing and we thank you a million times over 💞

[@zeldanut08]

Thank You Iniko. Your words continue to bring Me peace and hope. Respect. 🙌

[@stephaniecombs8438]

Am I the only one that has just been crying this entire interview?

[@choose2vibe]

Super, in the sweetest way. Very cool. Very informed without overwhelming us. Great to see in addition to amazing talent. Much success on the way. 💯📡

[@geoffjohnson5855]

Amazing interview on both ends!! Amazing humans! Thank you!

[@anitapickens6121]

This young person is the epitome of grace and beauty. I love her music.

[@cameronbosman4223]

Lol, why would you make it so difficult to refer to her. "This young person" - are you serious?

[@Mikaelson_Royal]

​@@cameronbosman4223is she an old person? What's you're problem?

[@robhagans]

Simply is it a man or woman?

[@Mikaelson_Royal]

@@robhagans No one cares. It's a "young person" - The end! That should be all that matters.

[@slatecat]

She is amazing. First time in ages I heard something so incredible🙌🙏

[@pkizzy8325]

they

[@slatecat]

@@pkizzy8325 🤦

[@TheUkiko]

It makes me happy that she did not let what happened to her take God away from her. Many leave the church now days because a lot of them are corrupt. And many struggle to separate God from that. This is my thoughts on it at least, that I won't let greed, hate, jealous people take me from being closer to what ever spirituality.

[@luciazm369]

Eres inprecionante!!!! Gracias por tan una entrevista tan hermosa❤❤❤❤

[@dianemarie9d9]

For me, it's where creativity and what is labeled "insanity" (I don't believe in that) collide. The insanity is in the growing pains. It's shattering, shredding, but like after a forest fire, there is new growth. It all NEEDS TO HAPPEN. It all needs to BE. And YES, THANK YOU!!!!

[@anthonygreene6819]

Love you.......a game changer

[@gretchenlee3321]

Your music speaks to my inner spirit & I feel it in my entire being. Keep this up, Iniko, I am a seer & know that your beautiful music will change the world! 💜🔮🧙🏼‍♀️💜

[@recordingriot3450]

She’s def a Icon of change and a huge impact for me musically!!! Thank you Iniko

[@sergiovega4690]

I don’t care what gender you are just keep making science inspired music, love Jericho ❤

[@shaystar5008]

Congrats to Iniko and all the success 🎉🎉🎉

[@roannasabeh-azar1186]

Iniko, you ar beautiful! Great interview and Love your music!

[@CynderBQueen13]

I love you and your music so much. It touched me deep in my soul. Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TamaraFeltonFuentes-yn2yy]

You are manifesting you are evolving you have tapped into your higher self awareness. And what many people fail to realize that there is more than one reality. When someone bigger and think they figured you out then you have gone to a different realities always changing always evolving.

[@GabrielLoswijk]

Listening to Jericho this is the interview I expected. I still am blown away by the song. Thank you!!

[@RalphBattle-p9i]

Yes you are the new icon of music we need this today thank you and keep blessing us 🙏 ❤

[@nkirukayakini1333]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEW! POWERFUL GUEST!!! THANKS FOR SHARING! 🔥🔥🔥

[@IndustryPlay360]

Sister is special...great interview.

[@MayaLove1976]

So fantastic there’s a truly Spiritually Conscious and aware artist who will be influencing the whole world! Yay!!!! 🌟🌟🌟 I knew it as soon as I heard her words in Jericho. Been following ever since. ❤🙏🏼

[@china714]

Wow shes a lost soul stay away see her in 2 years....she believes she is God...its the devil working through her.

[@Sachealbrainbox]

This is divine wisdom ...her words counts gosh

[@wendyblansie3754]

How did all these people commenting come away from this video thinking they should call Iniko she or her?

[@arrowlodger]

Nah, fr are they blind bruh they must not be watching the same video as us..

[@reginaldsmith8197]

I appreciate the sound of your music 🎶 plus you are gorgeous sister 🎶🎶💯💯

[@faceymagee1283]

The most iconic role model INIKO ❤. I can feel your soul through you majestic music. Thank you for making me feel great and iconic ❤

[@ranian7]

Iniko! Omg Luna is one of my fav songs. Thank you for existing sibling❤😊

[@RoinesAndScroines]

This artist has touched a part of my psyche, seriously

[@Sumerianharp]

How can a genius gift from God to earth be this adorable

[@MURIELEvans-fq1wt]

I said it before she mentioned it YES !!!!!!

[@sandraharper8112]

You, young lady are amazing, you are more than a singer, you are a messenger

[@Water_Wind_69]

We love you, see you, and are here for you Iniko

[@JeanpierreKamdem]

Don't cry me too i'm relate to this and feel that way for so long

[@mczamora3489]

She is so talented but she has demons that is not pure music that she makes, she isn't using her gift for god she is using it for satan and it will not go well for her if she continues like this, I pray her and every single person listening to her gets saved and follows god. Ps I do not care about any mean or rude comments I may get I do not regret saying this and if you really want to leave a mean comment maybe talk with god before you do and listen to what he has to say it takes time but you will get there.

[@johnbraucher1499]

Agreed. Especially the midgendered BS.

[@ms.wilson6439]

I legit had to turn up the volume on here, did not expect that voice.

[@erikafox9651]

A beautiful interview. Beautiful soul

[@yvonnewatcher2569]

Awesome conversation! Thank you for sharing this!

[@CreateYourBestVersion]

Beautiful spirit ❣️🙏🏼🕉🌎☮️ I love her conscious thinking before answering the questions. Gratitude 🙏🏼