Atención Music Spotlight: Stephyloren, Living The Dream

By Felecia Ford

With her captivating mix of live looping, heartfelt folk, and soulful pop, Colombian artist Stephyloren has become a magnetic presence in San Miguel de Allende.

After performing more than 300 concerts across México and recently opening for Siddhartha before 50,000 people in Toluca, she continues to enchant audiences across Latin America with her authenticity and luminous stage presence.

Stephyloren’s creative awakening began during the pandemic, when a vivid dream changed her life. She saw herself at 87 years old, looking in the mirror, and heard an inner voice ask, “Stephy, why did you never try?” The next morning, she made a decision that would define her future — she picked up a guitar, taught herself piano through YouTube tutorials, and began writing songs that became the foundation of her artistic journey.

FF: Your dream of being 87 seems to have completely transformed your life. How do you interpret that vision now that you’re living the path it inspired?

SL:  That dream was the beginning of everything. I think it was my future self reminding me that fear and time are not excuses but invitations. Today, I see that vision as a promise I made to myself: to live fully through music and never let a dream stay just a dream.

FF:  You taught yourself guitar and piano through YouTube. What were the biggest emotional or creative breakthroughs during that self-taught period?

SL:  The biggest breakthrough was realizing that creativity doesn’t wait for permission or perfection. Learning by myself taught me patience, humility, and that every wrong chord can lead to something beautiful if you keep listening.

FF:  The title of your new single Embrujada means bewitched. What enchanted you most during the process of creating it?

SL:  Embrujada felt like a spell I cast on myself — to fall in love again with my own sound. What enchanted me most was rediscovering the magic in simplicity: one loop, one voice, and honesty.

FF: You’ve performed more than 300 shows across México and recently opened for Siddhartha before 50,000 people. How has performing live shaped your voice?

SL:  Performing live has been my true school. Every stage teaches me something — how to breathe, how to listen, how to connect. My voice has grown not just technically but emotionally; it’s learned to tell the truth, even when I’m nervous.

FF:  Your songs blend Colombian folk, pop, and a lot of heart. What message do you most hope listeners carry with them after hearing your music?

SL:  I hope they feel seen. My songs are little mirrors — sometimes they reflect sadness, sometimes courage, but always a bit of light. I want people to remember that vulnerability is strength, and that we’re all trying to find our way home.

FF:  You’re now touring across Latin America, including Brazil and Sonora. How does travel influence your songwriting and sense of artistic purpose?

SL:  Travel keeps me curious. Each place has a rhythm, a color, a way of saying things that ends up in my music. Touring reminds me that songs are not just mine — they belong to everyone who listens, wherever they are.

FF:  Something tells me you have many more songs and tours ahead of you. You are co-writer of Corazón Herido, and featured on the latest album by Latin pop icon Kalimba. Corazón Herido is such a powerful song. How did that collaboration come about, and what did you take away from writing with such an iconic artist?

SL:  I actually met Kalimba first as a fan. A friend from my songwriting workshop, Josué, was part of the gospel choir Kalimba sings with in México City. I joined the Christmas edition of that choir, and it was such a beautiful experience to share that space with him. Later, during a small gathering, I sang my song Concierto Inolvidable, and Kalimba really connected with it. Not long after, he invited me to the studio to write together. That’s where a special creative bond began; we ended up writing three songs, and Corazón Herido was one of them. I’m deeply grateful for that opportunity. Working with someone I admired for so long reminded me that dreams can come true when you stay open, humble, and ready.

FF:  After seeing you perform live, I can honestly say you’re an artist who reminds us that authenticity is the truest form of artistry. Stay true to you, and the rest will follow. Thank you for inspiring us to follow our dreams, literally.

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