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EPISODE · Feb 22, 2026 · 42 MIN

What the Music Industry Doesn’t Tell You — Ayah Abdul Opens Up

from C.A.Y.A. · host Sumayyah White

The R&B Fairy has entered Love University. 🧚🏽‍♀️🎶In this episode of CAYA, we sit down with Ayah Abdul for a layered conversation about love, identity, artistry, and self-growth. What starts as an introduction to her “R&B Fairy” energy unfolds into something deeper — a masterclass on vulnerability, authenticity, and embracing every version of yourself.We explore:00:00 – Introduction of the R&B Fairy03:02 – Exploring Love University05:54 – Self-Love and Personal Growth08:55 – The Connection Between Hair and Identity11:57 – Navigating Industry Expectations14:46 – Authenticity in Art and Personal Expression20:41 – Embracing Versatility and Self-Expression27:13 – The Power of Music and Vulnerability35:26 – Self-Love and Personal Growth41:56 – Celebrating Creativity and ConnectionFrom hair as identity to staying authentic in an industry that pressures you to perform, Ayah opens up about what it really means to grow — publicly and personally.This episode is for anyone learning how to honor their softness, own their versatility, and turn vulnerability into power. ✨

The R&B Fairy has entered Love University. 🧚🏽‍♀️🎶In this episode of CAYA, we sit down with Ayah Abdul for a layered conversation about love, identity, artistry, and self-growth. What starts as an introduction to her “R&B Fairy” energy unfolds into something deeper — a masterclass on vulnerability, authenticity, and embracing every version of yourself.We explore:00:00 – Introduction of the R&B Fairy03:02 – Exploring Love University05:54 – Self-Love and Personal Growth08:55 – The Connection Between Hair and Identity11:57 – Navigating Industry Expectations14:46 – Authenticity in Art and Personal Expression20:41 – Embracing Versatility and Self-Expression27:13 – The Power of Music and Vulnerability35:26 – Self-Love and Personal Growth41:56 – Celebrating Creativity and ConnectionFrom hair as identity to staying authentic in an industry that pressures you to perform, Ayah opens up about what it really means to grow — publicly and personally.This episode is for anyone learning how to honor their softness, own their versatility, and turn vulnerability into power. ✨

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