Q: Let’s start with the name everyone’s whispering—Uriah Gold. Where did that moniker come from, and how does it reflect who you are as an artist?
Uriah Gold: The name came from a mix of personal history and creative vision. “Uriah” is my actual name, but “Gold” represents value through pain. Gold is forged under pressure—kind of like me. I’ve been through heartbreak, loss, and some hard lessons, and I wear those experiences like armor. It’s about being resilient and still choosing beauty. I call myself the “damaged gentleman”—I lead with heart, even when it’s bruised.
Q: Your music has a unique emotional quality. Who are your biggest musical influences?
Uriah Gold: I’ve always been drawn to artists who mix vulnerability with sonic perfection. Justin Timberlake is a master of groove and emotion. The Weeknd taught me how to lean into the shadows, and P!nk showed me that raw honesty is a superpower. I blend all that into what I call “perfectly damaged” music—it’s polished, but it aches a little.
Q: Tell us about your latest single, “Smile Again.” There’s a deep story behind it, right?
Uriah Gold: Definitely. “Smile Again” started out as a beachy love song years ago—something hopeful and light. But life happened. That relationship ended, and the song evolved. I rewrote it with all that heartbreak and healing in mind. It’s not a sad song, though. It’s more like the ocean—you know it’s deep, maybe even dangerous, but it still calms you. That’s what I wanted: something honest, something that holds your secrets.
Q: What’s your creative process like when writing songs like that?
Uriah Gold: Very organic. I’ll catch a melody while I’m washing dishes or driving. I record the idea on my phone and revisit it when the emotion still feels alive. I once had a professor tell me that songs are seconds of feeling captured forever. That stuck with me. I try to honor the moment, even if it’s painful.
Q: You’ve performed at the Peacock Theater in L.A. and already have fans who know your lyrics word-for-word. What’s that been like?
Uriah Gold: Surreal. My goddaughters sing along, and random people tell me my music made them cry in a good way. At the Peacock Theater, people clapped like I was already a star. That energy—the connection—that’s what keeps me going. I’m still on the way up, but I know I’m walking the right road.
Q: What does success look like to you right now?
Uriah Gold: Success is creating music that the younger version of me needed—music that helps people feel seen. It’s not about streams or followers, though I won’t lie—they help. It’s about impact. If one person hears my song and feels less alone, I’ve done my job.
🎵 Check out his new single “Smile Again” here: https://tr.ee/g93m53PTz2
📲 Follow him on Instagram: @uriah.gold
