JADE RICH

i wrote "how we were" about growing up and the friendships that helped shape me. in your early 20s, you're navigating so many hurdles - figuring out who you are and what you want, making mistakes, and just trying to find your way.

as we get older, paths naturally start to part. but i’ve realised that whether you’re across the world or just doing different things in the same city, real connections always keep that unspoken understanding.

taking the leap into my solo career has been so freeing, but i wouldn't have had the strength to choose myself without the lessons and advice from the friends who saw me from the start. it made me realise how much those people stay with you, even when you aren't in each other's pockets anymore.

i wrote down a few things those friendships taught me along the way:

✨ keep the big dreams. being a dreamer is a beautiful thing, don't let anyone tell you you're being too idealistic.
✨ distance doesn't affect the real ones. you don't have to be in the same place to keep that unspoken bond. the right people stay with you even when life pulls you in different directions.
✨ look after that inner child. find the people who make you feel safe enough to be your most authentic self. that’s where you're most comfortable and creative!
✨ choose yourself. taking the leap into my solo project was the best decision ever. i've always been someone who put others before myself but as soon as i made the decision to back myself and my vision, real things started to happen.

i’m curious... what’s a lesson a friend has taught you?

‘how we were’ - out may 17 ✨ pre-save in bio x

still buzzing from last weekend at supporting the incredible 💫 thank you for having me!

if you missed that show you missed out on hearing us play one of my new songs live for the first time! but don't worry... the band and i are ready to do it all again on sat nov 29 at supporting .chats 🙃

come get an early holiday celebration in before everyone is crazy busy with december plans - and don't wait to get your tickets - this guy always packs out his shows! link in bio x