Performing With Freedom Love and an Open Heart | Just Logan

Tell us about the journey from singing Tina Turner at age three to stepping onto the City Winery Chicago stage for the first time.
Just reading that question has me saying… wow. I’ve always known what I wanted to do—perform. I remember putting on full shows for my family in front of the TV and singing my heart out in church. Back then, I didn’t know exactly how I would make it or even what “making it” looked like. What I did know was that I had a gift and a love for something I couldn’t and didn’t want to shake. So, what a blessing it is now to see my stages keep growing. I’ve prayed for this, affirmed it, and now I’m living in my prayers.

Your mantra is “Be you, be free, be love.” How has that philosophy shaped both your music and your life offstage?
Freeing myself from other people’s expectations and fully accepting who I am has created a permanent space of vulnerability. That space allows me to connect deeply—not just with my audience, but with people in everyday life. I see them, they see me, and we truly see each other.

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You’ve contributed to J. Ivy’s GRAMMY-winning album and won an Independent Shorts Award for “Gots Tah Go.” How do these milestones influence your creative confidence?
For me, those moments were confirmation from God that I’m on the right path. Neither was planned, and both came at a time when I was trusting God like never before. I had just left an eight-year career as a celebrity assistant, was driving for Lyft to pay my bills, and was walking purely by faith. It was uncomfortable, but it was also rewarding. I was already confident in my gift—my only plan was to use everything I’d learned, trust what God gave me, and keep moving forward. And it’s paying off.
You describe your style as floating between social norms and not giving a F. How does that fearless approach translate into your performances?*
Being on stage is pure freedom for me. I walk out there as myself, whatever that looks like that day, and that’s the experience I share with the audience. I often say, “Y’all ready to have a good time? If not, I’ll gladly have one by myself.” My goal is to invite everyone to let their hair down, release judgment, stress, anger—whatever they’re carrying—and just be present with me in the moment.

Growing up in a musical family, what genres or artists have had the biggest influence on your sound?
My family loves all kinds of music—gospel, house, country, rock & roll, classical, blues—you’ll hear pieces of all of it in my sound. As for artists, I’m influenced by so many forms of art that the list could go on forever. But Tina Turner is my biggest influence, not only for her sound but for her stage presence. And of course, my family tops the list.

There’s a raw honesty in your performances. How do you balance vulnerability with showmanship on stage?
Thank you for saying that—it means a lot. Vulnerability on stage is something I had to grow into. I had to stop worrying about perfect notes or “what ifs” and start living in the “what is.” Letting go of the fear of judgment opened up a whole new level of freedom, and with that, the balance between vulnerability and showmanship naturally fell into place.

What does “home” on stage feel like for you, and how do you create that same feeling for your audience?
Home on stage feels like safety. Just like in my actual home, I aim to create a calm, welcoming energy. It’s like saying, “Relax, take your shoes off—do you want a glass of water?” I may present it differently on stage, but the intention is the same: to make sure you know this is a safe space to be yourself.

You’ve built a career on positive energy and encouraging others to live their truth. Why is that message so important right now?
I remember when I carried negativity, and it was heavy. Positivity is a muscle—you have to exercise it daily. One of my affirmations is, “I exude positivity and only digest positivity.” Being in that space allows me to see clearly and have grace for both others and myself. I feel so good that I want others to experience it too. If you cancel out your negative thoughts with positive ones, you can change the trajectory of your life. Like the saying goes, “As a man thinketh, so is he.”

What can fans expect from your upcoming City Winery show that they haven’t experienced before?
Honestly? I don’t even know yet, because I’ll be experiencing it with them. I’d say come with no expectations—just an open heart and warm spirit.

Looking ahead, where do you see your music and artistry evolving over the next few years?
I see so much ahead—more awards, brand deals, tours, acting, my music placed in films, TV, and commercials, headlining festivals, and collaborating with some of the greats as well as my peers. I’m always in a state of growth, ready to learn and evolve. As I grow, my art grows right along with me—we’re one and the same.