My Music Podcast with Graham Coath — Featuring Lilia Asha
In this special episode of My Music Podcast, host Graham Coath meets the astonishingly talented Lilia Asha, a 13-year-old singer-songwriter who's already making waves with her heartfelt debut single "Rae". Broadcasting all the way from Shanghai — with roots in both South Africa and the UK — Lilia shares her early journey into music, songwriting inspirations, and how supportive parents and a love of sad songs have shaped her artistic path so far.
We talk about the music that moves her — from Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift to Tori Amos and Joni Mitchell — and why emotional honesty, creative expression, and a bit of sparkle (but not too much!) matter to her as she develops her own sound and style.
Expect laughs, thoughtful insights, and plenty of future-star energy as Lilia discusses middle school life, the power of storytelling through song, and why she'd love to tour Europe one day. Oh, and she may just be starting plans for the Pink Hat Podcast…
✨ Highlights include:
Why "Rae" isn’t about a person, but a type of person
Lilia’s dream songwriting session with Taylor Swift
The importance of vocal rest (and glitter… in moderation)
What musicals, photography, and Harry Styles have to do with it all
Hit play, then go stream Rae, add it to your playlist, and join us in supporting a young artist with big ideas and an even bigger heart.
🎧 Listen now. Share widely. The future is bright — and her name is Lilia Asha.
