ILUV on Music, Mentorship, and the Divine Spark
- Editorial Board
- Jul 25
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 30
From pain to purpose: how ILUV channels life’s trials into sonic liberation
Today we have the pleasure to have ILUV here on Goathead.
GHR: Welcome to Goathead ILUV, it is of a great pleasure to have you here.
What inspired you to start writing music?
ILUV: My musical journey began in childhood. I was surrounded by strings, steelpan, and percussion from a young age, but it was life’s challenges that became my real muse. I instinctively translated feelings—anger, oppression, hardship, sickness, joy—into sound. That raw emotional connection became the foundation of everything I create.
GHR: Can you tell us more about your experience performing live, and what’s been your most memorable moment?
ILUV: Performing live is intense—there’s no buffer between you and the audience. Every mistake is felt, but so is every impact. What sticks with me is seeing people truly connect. I’ve had fans play my songs in their cars right after a set. One of the most powerful moments was in the Caribbean. A young lady came up to me, hugged me, and said my music changed her life. That kind of connection... that’s everything.
GHR: How is your songwriting process usually structured?
ILUV: It often feels divinely guided. I hear melodies in everything. Sometimes songs come fully formed, like “ALL I Need.” Other times, like with “Set Me Free” or “Jah Sent,” I take time refining the lyrics and melody to lock in the message. It’s a mix of instinct and careful intention.
GHR: What motivates you to create, especially when it comes to raising awareness through your songs?
ILUV: I see a world drifting further into individualism, especially in youth culture. Misinformation is everywhere, and many can’t tell truth from illusion. That inspired “These Feelings,” a song about envy and hate. But my goal isn’t just to point out problems—I want to uplift. I’ve been on the other side, and I’ve grown into a more positive space. I’m also a lecturer and hold a Doctorate in AI, and recently mentored a 13-year-old named Justin. Watching him transform just through discipline and purpose reminded me: this is Jah’s work. I’m just a vessel. The music is meant to set people free.
GHR: Can you share a bit about what you’re working on next?
ILUV: On the medical side, I’m developing predictive solutions—one focused on early-stage cancer detection, another to help prevent violent acts like the Graz Shooting. Musically, I’m collaborating with a young woman working through dependency and trust issues. I’ve written the melody and we’re building the song together. That track will lead my third album, tentatively titled The Flow Toward The Light.
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