She’s Back And She’s Not Asking for Permission

There was a time when I thought I had finally made it.

I packed my bags, moved to Los Angeles, and believed with every part of me that this was it. My big break. My moment. I was ready to step into the spotlight, live my dreams, and become everything I knew I was meant to be.

But what I got instead… was a crash course in betrayal, heartbreak, and survival.

Why I Stepped Away from Music

I never talked about this before—not really.

I took a couple of years off from singing. Not because I lost my love for it… but because I got hurt. Deep.

LA hit me like a storm.

In just my first month, my car was broken into twice.

People I trusted—people who looked me in the eye and called me “family”—used me, lied to me, ghosted me, and turned their backs the moment they got what they needed.

I gave, I supported, I uplifted. And in the end, I was left alone—feeling disposable.

That city tested me more than I’ve ever been tested in my life.

Yes, there were beautiful moments. I starred in my first music video. I recorded new music. I stood on stage and sang my heart out. I had photoshoots. I produced and co-hosted a talk show. I went to the beach and reminded myself that peace still existed.

But the truth is—LA broke my heart.

And when I left, it felt like no one even noticed I was gone.

So I Took Time to Heal

I needed to disappear for a while.

I needed to remember who I was outside of other people’s expectations, projections, and betrayals.

I started healing my inner child.

I made the difficult decision to cut off toxic family members—because sometimes, the people who share your blood aren’t the ones who truly support your soul.

And slowly, piece by piece, I rebuilt.

I remembered who the fuck I am.

NINA MAROON.

That will never change.

This Is My Comeback Era

Now? I’m back. And I’m not easing into anything—I’m kicking the door open.

I’ve started posting my singing videos again. I’m stepping back into my gift. I’m reclaiming the part of myself I put on pause. And guess what? People are noticing.

One of my latest videos just hit over 8,000* views and it’s still climbing.

But of course—where there’s light, there’s always a little shadow.

Someone decided to leave a heavy-handed “critique” on that video. My man clapped back and defended me (as he should). But instead of letting it go, this person deletes the comments, drops into my DMs and continued criticizing my performance. Then acts like it’s out of love.

I handled it politely—but I meant every word when I told him to back off.

Because this year? I’m not letting anyone get in the way of my purpose.

Not some random on the internet. Not fake “friends.” Not family. Not fear.

You Can’t Dim a Voice Like Mine

I know I’m talented.

I know I’m capable of incredible things.

And I’m just getting started.

For anyone else out there who’s had to hit pause on your passion because of pain—let this be your reminder:

You’re allowed to come back. And when you do, don’t ask for permission. Take up space. Use your voice. Share your gift.

Because the people who are meant to hear you will feel you.

Final Word: This Is Just the Beginning

To every bad bitch, bold soul, and dreamer out there—you’re not too late. You’re not too broken. And you damn sure aren’t invisible.

This year, I’m blazing my own path.

I’m honoring the gift God gave me.

And I’m doing it all with the scars, the setbacks, and the strength I earned along the way.

She’s back. And she’s not playing nice anymore.

Let’s Talk: What dream are you reclaiming this year?

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