Here to remind us that change can be a mentally beneficial choice, model-turned-musician Jules Liesl makes it her mission to inspire a new generation of women with her empowering new tune, “If I Were A Genie”. Creating a space where honesty and vulnerability can flourish, the passionate artist explores themes of dating someone whilst saddled with mental health struggles, body positivity and hails all that inspired her to keep hustling through her work – work that is awarding her the title of one-to-watch.

Summarising the track’s empowering core theme, Liesl simply states, “The message is I have expectations, and you could make all these wishes, and until you do, I’m going to keep doing me.”

Upon the release of the empowerment anthem, the model-turned-artist sat down with Wonderland to talk about her work with music manager and close family friend Greg Centineo and what she hopes the future holds for her. Head below to enjoy our interview with Jules Liesl…

Tell me a little about yourself? Who is Jules Liesl?
Jules Liesl is a crazy, wild, confident, talented woman. She is also my alter ego. I’m shy, quiet, and never leave my house, but when Jules comes out it’s party time!

How did you get your start into modelling?
I started when I moved to California when I was 19 and used it as a stepping stone to get to where I am now.

You’re managed by none other than Noah Centineo’s father Greg Centineo! Tell me how that came to light and what that’s been like.
Greg is a long-time family friend and discovered me over dinner with my parents. My mum slipped in a video of me singing, and Greg thought I had something unique and suggested I pursue music with more intention. Eventually, my parents persuaded Greg to help design my career path, and it has been the adventure and ride of a lifetime!

What’s your philosophy in life?
I believe the universe is guiding me, and everything happens for a reason. I do not believe we are alone in this universe, there are other life forms. Everyone has a path to take, and people cross into each other to reach new levels.

Tell me about your single “If I Were A Genie” and the message behind the song?
The message is I have expectations, and you could make all these wishes, and until you do, I’m going to keep doing me.

You’ve mentioned how modelling has taken a toll on your mental health. How have you been able to use your platform to share these experiences?
Using my voice to let people know they are not alone in their struggles and that it’s okay to be sad by sharing my own experiences and being transparent about the issues. I hope it inspires others to do the same and bring awareness to mental health

What’s next for you?
Continue performing to open for a big artist on tour, I am exploring NFT music releases and looking to go back into the studio to make more music!