Today we’d like to introduce you to Alix Wawa
Hi Alix, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
My story begins with my roots in Haiti, where my parents were born before moving to New York, where I was born. While I don’t have many memories of my early years there, I do recall moving to Antioch, Tennessee, when I was around 3 or 4, and then to Bellevue, where most of my family still resides today. Music has always been a part of my family’s DNA. My dad was a talented guitarist who even recorded an album with friends when he was younger, which always inspired me.
My own musical journey began in high school. As a freshman, my friends and I recorded a rap song called We Run Dis under the group name Da Bellz. It was our only release, but I vividly remember writing around 10 more songs in a notebook that, unfortunately, got lost over time. To my surprise, the song gained some local traction—kids at my school and even from other high schools knew about it. At the time, I lacked confidence and assumed they were just making fun of me, but looking back, I now realize they thought it was cool that someone their age was putting out music. That self-doubt kept me from recording more, but it planted the seed for what would come later.
At the end of high school, my perspective shifted. I heard my first electronic track that I truly connected with, Dimmakmmunication by The Bloody Beetroots, at a party. It opened my eyes to the world of EDM. Not long after, during my freshman year of college, a friend invited me to a concert, and that experience sealed the deal—I was hooked on bass music. From then on, I started attending shows regularly.
In 2015, I began experimenting with FL Studio (don’t worry I’m in Abelton now) to learn production, and by 2017-2018, I purchased my first beginner DJ controller. I played my first small show in 2019 at The Cobra in East Nashville. In 2021, I started taking production more seriously, and in 2023, I released my first successful single, Spirals, in collaboration with vocalist Diffy G. The track accumulated around 275,000 streams across all platforms, marking a major milestone in my career.
I’ve since had the honor of playing at incredible events. In 2022, I drove all the way to Maine for my first music festival, The Homie Collective Campout. In 2023, I opened for Tape B and OkayJake in Memphis. In 2024 I opened for Jantsen and Lumasi in Nashville, I closed for Sicaria, performed at Breakaway Music Festival, and I opened for Dirtysnatcha & Chozen—all performances I’m immensely proud of.
Most recently, I released a track called Too Easy featuring a rapper I’ve listened to since my freshman year of college. It has already amassed over 4,000 plays in just 12 days across platforms. Looking back, it’s been an incredible journey filled with growth, passion, and determination—and I’m excited to see where it takes me next!
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been the smoothest road. When I first started learning how to produce back in 2015, the resources available weren’t nearly as abundant or accessible as they are today, especially if you were on a tight budget. I spent a lot of time trying to get help from other producers, but finding someone experienced enough to really guide me—a “Jedi master,” so to speak—was tough. It took me a long time to figure things out on my own, and at first, I wasn’t as focused as I should’ve been. I was splitting my time between producing, playing a lot of Madden on Xbox, working a full-time job, and just generally not treating music like the priority it needed to be.
On top of that, I had this naive expectation that all my friends who were into EDM would support me and my music, even when it was subpar. But reality hit me quickly. A lot of my friends started to settle down and leave the EDM scene entirely, and even those who stayed weren’t necessarily going to be my biggest fans. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is not to expect your friends to come to all your shows or listen to all your tracks. You’re not the center of their world, and in the beginning, your music might not even be something they want to listen to. That’s just the reality of starting out.
Instead, it’s much more important to focus on connecting with like-minded individuals who can give you honest, constructive feedback. As your music improves, you can then focus on growing a real fan base to support you. All your friends aren’t going to be all your fans, and that’s okay. I’ve been fortunate to have two close friends who have been there consistently throughout my journey, always ready to offer feedback and encouragement, and I’m incredibly grateful for them.
Beyond that, life has its own way of throwing curveballs. As I like to say, “life will always be lifing.” I’ve faced challenges with relationships, money, cars, work—you name it. These things can easily become distractions if you let them. Staying focused through all of that has been one of the hardest parts of the journey, but also one of the most rewarding.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a producer and DJ, and I go by the alias Waweezy. My focus is EDM, with a specialization in dubstep and bass music. That’s what I’m best known for—producing and performing tracks that bring energy and unique vibes to every set.
What I’m most proud of is the music I create. Each of my songs stands on its own and brings something fresh to the table. I put a lot of effort into ensuring my tracks aren’t just carbon copies of each other or anyone else’s work. My goal is always to push boundaries and keep things interesting for my listeners.
What truly sets me apart, though, are my DJ sets. I take a lot of pride in crafting setlists that take listeners on a journey. I structure my sets with a clear beginning, middle, and end, building energy in a way that resonates with the crowd. I want everyone to leave feeling like they experienced something they both wanted and needed to hear. It’s not just about the music; it’s about creating a connection and a memorable experience.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
I still feel like I have a long way to go, but so far, the most important characteristic contributing to my success is perseverance. I relate a lot to Naruto Uzumaki—someone who faces countless setbacks but never gives up. Like him, I work hard every day toward my goals, staying focused and determined no matter what challenges come my way. It’s that mindset of always moving forward, no matter how tough things get, that keeps me on this path and pushes me closer to where I want to be.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.waweezy.org/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealwaweezy/?hl=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealwaweezy/
- Twitter: https://x.com/TheRealWaweezy
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/therealwaweezy
