Mimaa : “Sur les réseaux, il faut être sexy pour que ça marche"

Discover Mimaa, a rising French artist blending urban pop, trap, and Latin/Spanish influences, signed to Parlophone/WarnerMusicFrance. Originally from the South of France, she left her region at just 17 years old for Paris, far from her family and familiar surroundings. Initially a dancer, back problems led her to reinvent her career and dedicate herself fully to music, creating a vibrant and diverse sound, deeply rooted in her Southern heritage and culture. 00:00 INTRO 00:43 Your stage name is Mimaa. Can you tell us where it comes from and what it represents for you? And if someone were discovering Mimaa for the first time, how would you introduce them to your world? 01:47 You come from the South of France and you left your region at 17 to settle in Paris. What prompted you to make this decision, and do you remember the moment you thought, “This is it, this is where I really commit to music”? 03:22 How was your arrival in Paris? What surprised you most at first, what do you appreciate now that you didn't find in the South, and conversely, what do you miss most about your home region? 06:18 You're described as a “French-style Latin trap” artist, with Gypsy and flamenco influences. Latin music is sometimes full of clichés, and as a woman, you can also face a form of hypersexualization. Do you experience this, and what made you want to explore these Latin influences? 10:42 In your EP Amore, each track is linked to a tarot card. Where did this idea come from? And do you use tarot in your daily life to find answers? 13:07 Many young artists dream of appearing on TV to gain recognition. You participated in The Voice in 2015. What did this experience bring to your career, and what is your perspective today on this type of show in building a career? 14:57 Many of your songs explore love in different forms. When you write or create your songs, what inspires you most in today's world, and conversely, what revolts or annoys you? 19:12 Today, "Obsession" with DJs Amor is released. Can you share the behind-the-scenes story of this track and how you decided to create it together? 20:05 In your song VFC, you talk about no longer letting yourself be affected by the opinions or criticisms of others—many people are trying to free themselves from that. Have you ever been affected by criticism? If so, which criticisms? And how did you learn to detach yourself from them? 22:09 You're opening for all of Marie S'infiltre. How did you meet and how did this collaboration come about? Did you receive any advice from her, and how would you describe your relationship today? 24:11 You recently signed with Parlophone / Warner Music France. How are you experiencing this milestone, and how are you handling the pressure of being an up-and-coming artist? 27:45 In general, what are your plans for the future? What can the public expect in the coming months: collaborations, a new album, a tour…?