Sit Down with Miist

Pull up a chair for an amazing story that will leave you feeling inspired and hopeful. A few short years ago, at the age of 34, Miist unearthed her own extraordinary musical gift. In a very short time, she became the first native Chinese artist to break into Billboard’s Top 25 Adult Contemporary chart. Her 2024 debut album, The Songs from the Living Room, was executive produced by legendary hitmaker Narada Michael Walden (who suggested that they work together)! Miist has also collaborated with Andrea Bocelli’s creative partner, Mauro Malavasi. Amazing, right? Miist’s anthem, “Could You Lend Me a Smile,” was recorded in 15 languages across five continents, featuring artists with a combined 60 Grammy wins and nominations—a feat that earned a world record for most languages used in individual music videos released simultaneously. Miist's global nonprofit, the World Smile Initiative, is built on the belief that music, storytelling, and community can help combat loneliness and disconnection. Founded to support her vision, its mission is simple: to bring smiles back into everyday life. In our conversation, Miist explains the genesis of the initiative and details its current project. We hear Miist describe her professional journey of the last three years in only one word. She discusses believing in oneself and the importance of being of service in our world. She helps us to understand how her musical career and her journey of self-discovery align. Miist not only raises important issues in her music but also offers solutions that each person can do. You’ve GOT to check out what she tells us about the mind blowing Compound Effect, and how each one of us can change the world in just over 33 days! Keep your eyes and ears open for Miist’s newest release, Love Will Show Us Our Way, on March 13th. We cannot wait to see what is next for this talented artist! You can visit Miist’s website at miistthesinger.com And learn more about the World Smile Initiative at worldsmileinitiative.org. Please consider making a small donation to support their incredible work. Hear more rare conversations at Compassionate Measures dot org and invite another music friend to pull up a chair. Join our community on Facebook or Instagram. Thanks always to YOU for listening, to Miist for being a musician who is changing the world and to Chris Downey for putting it all together.