Camiyia

Hailing from the soul-stirring streets of West Memphis, Arkansas, Camiyia’s voice wasn’t just discovered, it was forged in fire and faith. Beginning her musical journey at just five years old, she learned to command a room not through smoke and mirrors, but through the raw, un-amplified acoustics of the church choir.

Those early Sunday mornings instilled a gospel-rooted power that would later shake the foundations of contemporary R&B. The world first took notice when she claimed the crown on American Soul Star, a victory that was less about luck and more about destiny. That win brought her into the studio with Grammy-winning producer Zaytoven, resulting in a sound that marries streetwise grit with celestial melody. With heavy rotation on Memphis’ legendary K97 FM and a reputation for devastatingly honest live performances, from hometown block parties to charity galas, Camiyia didn't just build a fan base; she built a family.