The person who inspired me to love music is…

Growing up doing musical theater, I was very much inspired by the storytelling intertwined with the music.  It has always been a part of me and brought out a passion that still lasts to this day.  This is something I look for not only in my music, but in all forms of music when I’m casually listening to a song.

The most challenging part of writing a song is…

For me I like to listen to a beat and come up with the melody first. Once I have a melody, I start thinking about the theme of the song and that can be the hardest part to choose.  I want to tell a story to the best of my ability and leave the listener with a clear message.

I would describe my musical style as…

Asmoothie blended with a bunch of flavors you wouldn’t think would taste good together, but once you try it, it’s straight fire. I listen to so many different genres and artists and all of that influences me. Plus, I have a very diverse background and I draw inspiration from all of those things.  Creating a unique sound for myself.

My dream venue to perform at would be…

I have so many dream venues and it’s hard to choose, but I’m going to say Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  It’s in my hometown, it’s such a beautiful venue and absolutely huge.

My long-term music goal is…

It’s hard to say right now, so early in my career, but I definitely want to be an artist who changes the game with a different sound.  I want to pave a path for artists similar to me, those who might be overlooked or undermined.  I want to show the world that it doesn’t matter where you come from and there’s no need to label an artist based on their background or assumptions.

Life would be boring without…

 Not to be basic, but life would be absolutely boring without music.  I can’t imagine my life without it. Sometimes I need to put on a song just to get out of bed in the morning, because it motivates me.  I don’t know if everyone else is like that, but I definitely rely on music to function properly.

One food I could eat everyday is…

I’ve always been obsessed with Mexican food, but since I’ve moved to L.A. it has gotten worse! I could definitely survive on Mexican food, specifically Carne Asada Tacos, because they have everything I need in a meal.

The decade that had the best music was…

Honestly, I like the decade we’re in right now a lot.  If I’m being honest, a lot of artists and songs are trying to replicate what was done in the early 2000s, across all genres.  R&B was good, reggaeton was good, rap was good and pop music was good.  I’m going to say the early 2000’s for sure.

What brings you the greatest satisfaction…

Following through with a project.  Whether it’s my music or a character I’m portraying and knowing that I gave 100%.  Being proud of the work I’ve done gives me a deep sense of accomplishment.

My life changed for the better when…

When I stopped caring so much about what everyone thought of me and just did what I wanted to do with my life.  Once you make that switch, you realize how much you can achieve.  Nobody’s perfect and as long as you accept that, you have so much room to grow.

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Instagram: @marcelmendoza.  YouTube: @marcel-mendoza.  X: @marcelmendoza7.  TikTok: @officialmarcelmendoza.  Mood by Marcel Mendoza  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_J69p22rAk