InBound SA - Lifestyle - Feb Volume 4 I Issue 2 | Page 27

“ IT’ S IMPORTANT THAT THE SONGS I WRITE BUILD PEOPLE IN ONE WAY OR ANOTHER.”

Despite the music industry’ s shift towards streaming and social media, Bala remains firm in his philosophy: content is king.
Love also shapes his artistry. His early songwriting leaned towards personal reflection, almost like journaling. His focus has since shifted towards music that uplifts listeners and fosters connection.
“ It’ s important that the songs I write build people in one way or another,” he explains.
That connection is evident in the way his songs mark life’ s milestones, from weddings and proposals to moments of comfort in hardship.
“ When people tell me that a song of mine walked them down the aisle, helped them propose, or carried them through a difficult season, it reminds me why I started making music in the first place,” he says.
“ Love is timeless, and if my songs continue to soundtrack people’ s most important moments, I am truly grateful.”
Bala leans on faith and family, with his wife and three daughters keeping him grounded. His work now moves into a space that blends his musical roots with clear artistic growth.
MUSIC FEATURE

ON THE CHARTS

FEBRUARY PLAYLIST

01

So easy
Olivia Dean

02

First time
Teeks

03

Little things
Ella Mai

04

That part
Lauren Spencer

05

So amazing
Luther Vandross

06

Adorn
Miguel

Spotify

07

In case you didn’ t you know
Brett Young
With a full album coming in 2026 and workshops that use music to connect and inspire, he’ s shaping work that goes beyond just performance. IB
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