Meet Yesenia Bello | Singer/Songwriter & Fine Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Yesenia Bello and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Yesenia, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
If I’m being honest, I wouldn’t say I grew up in the best conditions, and on top of that I spent most of my high school years in the hospital going through intense treatment after falling ill, which in turn, left me with a lot to heal emotionally and physically . I started off excelling in fine arts while I was in middle/ high school and would lock myself in my room to just create in an attempt to get through difficult times and make something out of the situation I was in. Before I knew it creating music alongside singing/ songwriting and even dancing just naturally became something I couldn’t live without no matter how much I tried to deny it. I even tried to pursue a career as a CSI while going to college but inevitably I came to terms with the fact that creating had always given me the space to be who I really was. Art had always provided hope for better days to come, and for a future that I would make despite the cards I was dealt. I knew it would also grant me the platform to help others do the same so I ended up sticking with it. I can’t say I’ve ever regretted taking that risk.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I think what sets me apart from others ultimately as I mentioned before is that it’s just something so natural for me, almost like my essence itself. I don’t have to think much before my feelings become a new song, a new drawing/ painting or a new dance. It’s like second nature to me. What I’m most proud of is what my career led me to do. It’s led me to having the gift of being trilingual. I’m fluent in both English and Spanish and can get by decently ( but not perfectly ) in Italian. I’m currently thinking of starting Arabic! I’m proud of the woman my career has led me to be as well. I’m more disciplined, empathetic, consistent and overall a more balanced person because of it. I’m closer to god, to my family and to my friends. I’m more than careful with who I surround myself with and use my discernment in the best way I can to be the best person I can be every day. I can honestly say I wouldn’t have chosen to be this way if it weren’t for my career. I wouldn’t have ever looked so deep within myself to heal and grow at all. I’m most excited about making a positive & lasting impact with my platform. I want to do right by it and by those who have helped me in the process. I only got here by choosing to pursue what I was called to do despite the intense mistreatment and opposition I’ve faced from even my own family. It hasn’t been easy but I will say faith got me through a lot of it. The support of people I couldn’t have ever expected to help me surprised me in ways I couldn’t have ever expected . I was so used to do doing so much on my own for so long! Through my career I’ve learned the value of receiving help when needed and inherently learned what humanity really is. It propelled me in a way I don’t think I can fully explain but what I CAN tell you is it only ended up fueling my passion and purpose tenfold. I learned what love truly is, and what pure peace is before I go to bed at night. I want the world to know that there is someone out there that is one hundred percent FOR them. I want my story to be told so that no one else has to tell a story similar to mine. And if they do have a similar one to tell, I want them to know they have the power to create something for themselves that they can look back on and be proud of.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If we’re talking about my more social besties I’d say I’d LOOOOVE wynwood for them !!! I can’t tell you how much I vouch for that place. I would quite literally get an Airbnb for my friend and I and just spend the ENTIRE week eating great food and experiencing the diversity of Latino culture/ nightlife. Being Latina myself how could I not ?? On the other hand if we’re talking about my more chill and humble friends I think coral gables and the Vizcaya area would be my first choice. I personally am in awe with nature/ creation in itself and I’m OBSESSED with those two areas solely for that. I’d probably get an Airbnb by coral gables and take the train or bus to explore all of the parks and look at all of the beautiful houses during quality time walks with them over there. I’m personally ambiverted so I have no problem with either.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Right off the bat I’d have to say Monique Baretto and Wesley Otero have been incredibly helpful as they are also such talented songwriters/ creatives!! Not to mention how pivotal my friendships with both of them have been during some of the roughest moments of my life. My brother Marcelo and one of my closest friends Victoria Saldan have also made a huge impact on me as they’ve bestowed an incredible amount of belief in me at times where I was extremely close to giving up. Last but never least God! I’m not necessarily religious but my relationship to the creator of all things is my main priority. I don’t think anyone fully knows what they’re doing in this life, we could all use a little help, and I’ve needed and will continue to need plenty of it!

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