Kayla Norfleet, is on the rise and on tract to being the newest and brightest female artist for the year of 2022. This year, she is showcasing her musical talents outside of her modeling and acting profession. This is what she has always known she had deep down inside, as music has always been a passion of hers. What she brings is a complete package of intelligence, beauty, talent and tenacity to the music scene. Behind the beauty is a diverse and talented rapper, songwriter, singer and dancer. This versatility allows her to attract an audience in any genre. Working with multi-platinum producers has given her a jump start in her ability to create catchy melodic songs that fit everything from country music, pop, and alternative music with strong traces of R&B and Hip Hop.
Born Kayla Janay Norfleet in Augusta, GA the home of James Brown. She was raised in the Virginia Beach area and always idolized the likes of Missy Elliot, the Neptune's, Timbaland which you can hear in some of her writing styles and musical releases. She's the youngest of 4 children and she comes from an amazing and uniquely gifted family. Her sister, Tia Norfleet, is the first African American woman to hold a NASCAR driver's license. She understands patience and perseverance due to growing up singing in her church choir. Her journey so far has proven to a true mark to highlight her dedication to succeed in this business. Kayla has always been inspired by music. Gladys Knight, is a family friend and mentor to Kayla and has always been someone to give her inspiration as a youth to gain a love and appreciation of music.
Although Kayla loved music, it wasn't until she started performing at local Karaoke events. "I always enjoyed performing in front of people because of the adrenaline rush and competition." She is no stranger to the public eye and a natural at being in the spotlight. In addition to a successful modeling career, she was a cheerleader while attending HBCU Elizabeth City State University. It was there that she earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
She is the first in her family to also earn a college degree. According to Kayla "I felt like it was very important for me to earn my college degree to start a new tradition for my family." "Accounting was my major choice due to the fact that I was good with numbers and I wanted to be able to count my money!" She understands the importance of a college education and she hopes to be an inspiration to all young girls who come behind her. Having this college degree has prepared her to handle business while perfecting her craft.
Kayla's 1st Single "GahhDamn" is set to be released on Jan 1, 2022 and is bound to be a Club Anthem. Her "untitled" album is scheduled to drop by the spring this year with a collection of up-tempo and slow songs to cater to her dynamic fanbase. She hopes to teach, heal and inspire her fans with her music as she embodies and exemplifies some of the stars that she has so adamantly admired in her life such Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Janice Joplin, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé, Saweetie, Summer Walker, Nikki Minaj and Jhene Aiko. Kayla has so much to offer and share with the world and is looking forward to some exciting partnerships and business ventures, including launching her beauty and skincare line in the near future.