She Left It Behind...

Rita Red Would you leave your home, your career, your friends, and your language behind to chase the life you believe you're meant to live? LISTEN TO THE FULL PODCAST INTERVIEW: https://apple.co/4vN7rNP In Part I of this inspiring conversation, singer-songwriter Rita Red shares her remarkable journey from St. Petersburg, Russia, to Los Angeles, where she rebuilt her life—and her music career—from the ground up. Rita opens up about discovering music at just four years old, studying classical piano, falling in love with songwriting, and the difficult decision to leave Russia for the United States. She reflects on the challenges of immigration, learning English through songwriting, why Portland never truly felt like home, and how Los Angeles finally became the place where she found herself. In this episode: • Growing up in St. Petersburg's vibrant music culture • Discovering music at age four • Leaving Russia for America • Starting over in a new country • Learning English through songwriting • Why Los Angeles finally felt like home • The creative journey behind her original song "Your Name" Rita's story is a reminder that our calling isn't always clear—but it's always worth pursuing. If you enjoyed this conversation, please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us continue bringing thoughtful conversations with remarkable artists, creators, and visionaries. Guest: Rita Red   / ritared_music   Host: Jeremiah Higgins   / therealjeremiahshow   About The Jeremiah Show For more than eleven years, The Jeremiah Show has explored the stories behind extraordinary lives through authentic conversations with musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, chefs, bestselling authors, and cultural icons. Listen More and Evolve. ‪@ritared‬ #RitaRed #SingerSongwriter #LosAngelesMusic #IndependentArtist #ImmigrationStory #WomenInMusic #MusicInterview #TheJeremiahShow #Songwriter #MusicPodcast #NewMusic #ListenMoreAndEvolve