Mariana, known to her fans as ThatsSoMariana, is a remarkable child prodigy who is taking the music world by storm with her latest single, “Show Em.” ThatSooMariana has already demonstrated extraordinary talent and a unique voice that captivates audiences of all ages. Her new song, “Show Em,” showcases her powerful vocals and mature songwriting skills, delivering a message of self-confidence and empowerment. With a fresh sound that blends pop and soulful melodies, Mariana is poised to become a significant force in the music industry, inspiring young listeners everywhere to pursue their dreams with passion and determination.
What was the inspiration behind the song “Show Em,” and how did you get involved in the project with KashnKing? The inspiration for “Show Em” came from a performance that That’s So Mariana did with Kash and King back in Nov of 2023 at a Lil Wayne concert showcased by JoeBoy Ent. Mariana hit the stage with her father Tha Rift and “wowed” the crowd. The boys and Mariana connected sometime after the show. Mariana’s dance moves attracted a lot of attention which lead to the idea of Kash and King potentially collaborating with Mari on a song and video. The dynamic duo Kash and King, and their ability to rap with charisma, Plus Mari’s moves, set the tone for something magical rarely seen in action in the music scene for young preteens.
How did your past experiences as a child star influence your approach to this song? Mari’s past experience as a child star influenced the approach for this song because she’s been dancing, singing, and acting since the age of 2. Her ability to catch on and create innovative ideas to songs is unmatched by a lot of other children her age in the industry.
Can you describe the creative process and any memorable moments while recording “Show Em”? The creative process in the studio is writing with her father Tha Rift, bouncing melodies and ideas back and forth, and eventually recording those ideas onto track. Memorable moments as Mariana puts it would be “ just vibing with my dad is always fun”.
What message do you hope listeners take away from “Show Em”? The message to take away from “Show Em” is just to be a free spirit, to have fun, not forgetting who you are as a person, and being confident in your own skin to show off your style, swag, and “rizz”.
How has your musical style evolved since you first started in the entertainment industry? Mariana’s musical style has evolved as she’s gotten older and has taken a liking to oither genres of music. She’s versatile with numerous other genres herself she likes to experiment in creating.
What was it like working with KashnKing, and how did your collaboration come about? “It’s been wonderful working with Kash and King, they are really cool and like a lot of similar stuff I do. We ended up working together after a Lil Wayne concert, we then performed our song together in Tacoma Washington with their local highschool dance team. We shut it down!”
Are there any particular artists or genres that have influenced your music career? “Yes, I really love Melonie Martinez, Taylor Swift, Tyla, and my dad Tha Rift”.
How do you balance your music career with other aspects of your life, considering your early start in the industry? “My parents help me stay balanced and on schedule, especially my mom. She always makes sure I’m on time to things and helps me organize my schedule”.
Can we expect more collaborations or solo projects in the near future? Mariana has more projects coming soon! A new song dropping soon with Tha Rift featuring Grammy Award winning artist Kaycyy Pluto.
How do you handle the pressure and expectations that come with being in the spotlight from such a young age? “I’m just used to it now, I don’t remember how I got used to it really, I was too young to remember.”
