“If you continue pushing and not giving up on something that you believe in, you will achieve great things,” Lewis Fitzgerald tells Wonderland as we connect to discuss his new single, “Darling,” his growing fanbase, and debut headlining show. “With the luck of the Irish and a consistent mindset, I have achieved things I never thought I would in 100 years.”
One such achievement is a collaboration with none other than Libianca. After releasing his biggest single to date, “Darling”, Fitzgerald headed back to the studio to record an alternate version — this time with the BRIT Award-nominated Afro-R&B star. “To have an artist like Libianca on it is mind blowing,” he shares. “It is honourable and humbling to know that my sound is reaching all around the world.”
“It shows a level of elevation in my sound and craft, given the fact that a massive artist has jumped on it and showed love to me,” he continues. Originally written by Fitzgerald about the ways his son has changed his life, the track is an honest piece of storytelling made only stronger with Libianca’s signature vocal prowess. Here, we chat with Fitzgerald about the release — and his growing career thus far.
Listen to “Darling (ft Libianca)”…
Read the interview…
Hi Lewis! How are you doing? What are you up to right now?
I’m very good thank you so much. I’m enjoying the journey. Things are starting to move a little bit for me now. Continuously blessed to be able to perform and showcase my talent to the world.
When did you first start writing music?
I first started writing music when I was 18 and I enjoyed sitting and writing about my life and then melodically turning it into music. I also used to write poetry in school, which I guess helped with the way I did things and creating physical images using words.
What did you find through the artistry?
I found myself. I found the ability to channel my feelings and emotions in a healthy way that also brings love and blessings. The main goal of my musical career is to spread love and help those in similar situations to push through the pain.
How has your voice and sound evolved to where it is now?
A lot of practice. I’ve been singing since I was about eight years old and the way I sounded back then compared to now is completely different. It’s gotten stronger. The sound has changed. My melodic artist has changed and I’ve become more confident in my vocal range and taking it to places I’m uncomfortable with.
Congratulations on “Darling”! When did you write this song and where did you find inspiration?
Thank you so much. I started writing this song in Metropolis Studios with the legendary red triangle and my boy Robert Harvey, and the song was about my son and how when he was born he changed my life and made me keep fighting and pushing. He is still the main source of motivation in my career, and it’s about giving back to the love and sharing moments of bliss and happiness.
I’ve always been a massive fan of Justin Bieber and Post Malone, so my inspiration really came from my son, of course, but also from the sounds and structures of Post Malone and Justin Bieber, and a little twist of Ed Sheeran, as well.
How does it build off of your previous releases this year?
It is an important track for me because it’s gained the most attention so far in my musical career and to have an artist like Libianca on it is mind blowing. It is honourable and humbling to know that my sound is reaching all around the world. It shows a level of elevation in my sound and craft, given the fact that a massive artist has jumped on it and showed love to me.
What does this chapter of music represent to you?
It represents the belief that if you continue pushing and not giving up on something that you believe in, you will achieve great things. I’m so proud of myself for not giving up on this because I’ve met and done and seen some incredible things in my career so far, and I can’t wait to keep pushing and sharing that love with the world. It’s all I’ve ever wanted and with the luck of the Irish and a consistent mindset, I have achieved things I never thought I would in 100 years.
Can you speak about your relationship with your fans? You’ve built such a lovely, growing community!
Generally, I’m not a man that likes social media — I’m a very old soul in a young body. But over the years, seeing the kind and loving messages that people have sent me has opened me up to really relate with them. I’m a man that converses with my fans and speaks to them and regularly messages them. I believe a lot of people in the industry and in the world today believe that once you’re an artist and a big character that you’re not human, and I’m very strict on the fact that I’m a human that is just further along in my journey than they are. I love and appreciate them every step of the way for giving me their time and their ears to share a moment, and the fact that I’m being able to create those songs that create those moments is an honour.
How are you feeling about your first headline show?
I’m feeling overwhelmed with excitement because I doubted myself and being able to sell this show out, and I quickly ate my words as the show sold out! I’ve had so many loving messages messages from people saying that they can’t wait to see me and they’re coming down for me and that’s what is so warming and humbling to know. My hard work is paying off and I cannot wait to share this moment with my fans!
Anything else you’re looking forward to?
I’m looking forward to the next level of my career and the blessings it holds. I’m looking forward to releasing more tracks and showing my fans what I have in store for them. I’m looking forward to going on tour with Mackenzy Mackay Big legend and I’m looking forward to doing what I love best, and that’s putting my all into a craft that also helps others. I’m very, very excited to share what I have in store with the world and I can’t thank the world enough for giving me a chance.