Lady Scribe of Buckhead on Life, Lessons & Legacy

Lady Scribe shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Lady, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Definitely integrity. Living in your truth and amplifying it in everything that you do.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello! I’m Lady Scribe, founder of The Seattle Sound Music Awards Family Foundation and SRE Media Group. I’m deeply rooted in the culture and creative spirit of the Pacific Northwest, and I’ve dedicated my life to celebrating, empowering, and amplifying voices in music, media, and community.

Through the Seattle Sound Music Awards (SSMAs), we shine a light on the incredible talent emerging from our region — not just the artists on stage, but the producers, DJs, engineers, and community leaders behind the scenes who help shape the culture. SSMAs is more than an awards show — it’s a movement. Our foundation focuses on providing basic living needs to our creatives, mentorship, community outreach, and youth engagement, using music as a tool for empowerment, healing, and legacy building.

With SRE Media Group, I bridge the gap between artistry and exposure, creating platforms that promote underrepresented voices in music, media, and entrepreneurship. We specialize in authentic storytelling, strategic branding, and multimedia content that not only entertains but uplifts and inspires.

What makes our work unique is the heart and purpose behind it. We’re not just building brands or producing events — we’re building community, legacy, and opportunities for the next generation. Right now, we’re expanding our foundation’s reach to the Atlanta Metro area, developing programs for youth creatives, and working on new media content that elevates the voices of those often left unheard.

Whether through music, media, or mentorship — I believe in using my voice to help others find theirs.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My mother, Charko, saw me clearly before I could even begin to see myself. She recognized my light, my voice, and my potential long before I fully understood it. Her unwavering belief in me became the foundation of my confidence. She didn’t just encourage me — she empowered me.

Charko had a way of speaking life into my dreams. No matter how big or unconventional my ideas were, she made me feel like they were not only possible but destined. She helped me understand that limitations are often illusions — that I could become whatever I set my heart and mind to, no matter the odds or the environment.

Her strength, her wisdom, and her resilience taught me how to navigate the world with both grace and fire. Watching her handle life with such power and poise gave me a blueprint for what it means to be a woman, a leader, and a visionary.

To this day, everything I build — every platform I create, every voice I uplift — is rooted in the belief she planted in me: that I am capable, worthy, and here for a purpose. She didn’t just raise me — she activated me. And for that, I am forever grateful.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was absolutely a time I almost gave up — on everything.

I’ve always been a giver by nature. Whether it’s time, energy, love, knowledge, or resources — giving brings me joy. It’s how I connect with the world, how I show up for people, and how I express my purpose. But what I didn’t expect was the emotional toll that comes when you give freely in a world that often takes without replenishing.

There came a season where I found myself surrounded by users and takers — people who showed up not because they valued me, but because they saw what they could get from me. At first, I didn’t notice it. I was moving with heart, constantly pouring into others, creating opportunities, mentoring, building platforms, and making space for those whose voices often go unheard. I believed everyone around me shared the same intention.

But over time, I began to feel depleted. Spiritually, mentally, emotionally — I was drained. I was giving so much, and receiving so little in return. The joy I once felt in doing what I love started turning into exhaustion. I found myself questioning everything — my purpose, my impact, even my identity.

I remember thinking, “Maybe it’s time to walk away.”
Walk away from the commitments, the responsibilities, the platforms I built — not out of bitterness, but out of pure burnout. I fantasized about selling everything, packing a bag, and just traveling the world. Disconnecting from the weight of constantly showing up for others while feeling unseen and unprotected myself.

But in that stillness — in the midst of what felt like a breaking point — God met me. He reminded me why I do what I do. He showed me that my purpose isn’t tied to people’s appreciation, it’s tied to His calling on my life. He helped me see that not everyone around me was meant to stay — and that He will always reveal who is for me and who isn’t. I had to trust Him to weed out those who didn’t mean me any good.

I also had to learn that being a giver doesn’t mean giving everything. I had to set boundaries. I had to pour into myself first. I had to discern who deserved access to my energy, my heart, and my gifts. That lesson changed me.

I didn’t quit. I recalibrated. I chose to keep going — not from a place of obligation, but from a place of alignment.

Because the truth is, my community does need me. The platforms I’ve built, the work I do, and the impact I make — they were born from love, vision, and divine purpose. And even when it gets heavy, I know now how to carry it with balance, with intention, and with grace.

I may have almost quit — but now, I move forward with clearer vision, stronger boundaries, and a deeper trust in God to guide, protect, and sustain me every step of the way.

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes — the public version of me is 100% real. What you see is exactly who I am. I don’t believe in wearing masks or performing for approval. Everything I do — every move I make, every platform I build, every message I share — comes from a place of authenticity, integrity, and deep conviction.

I’ve never been one to follow trends just for visibility or to chase opportunities that don’t align with my spirit. I don’t do anything I don’t believe in, no matter how big the check or shiny the platform. At the core of who I am is a strong belief that all money isn’t good money. If it costs me my peace, my integrity, or my purpose — it’s too expensive.

I’ve learned the value of staying in my own lane — not because I can’t do what others do, but because I choose to walk in my own assignment. I’m not here to compete, copy, or compromise. I know what I bring to the table. I know what I’m called to do. And I’m confident that what is for me is already mine — divinely assigned and designed just for me.

That level of confidence doesn’t come from ego, it comes from alignment — with God, with my purpose, and with my truth. So whether you see me in a boardroom, on a stage, in the community, or just living life — you’re seeing the real me.

I’m not perfect, but I’m consistent. I’m transparent, grounded, and true to who I am — publicly and privately. That’s how I lead. That’s how I live.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
When I’m gone, I hope people tell the truth about who I really was — and that truth is, I was genuine to the core.

I want people to say that I was someone who moved with heart, who showed up fully and authentically, not because it was expected — but because it was just who I was. That I loved hard — fiercely, unconditionally, and with my whole soul. That when I gave, it wasn’t for recognition or reward, it was because I genuinely cared.

I hope people say that God came first in everything I did. That my faith wasn’t performative — it was personal, powerful, and deeply rooted. That I leaned on Him not just in times of struggle, but in every decision, every step, and every sacrifice I made. And that next to God, family was everything to me. That I protected them, uplifted them, and carried their love with me wherever I went.

I want people to understand the depth of the sacrifices I made — not for applause, but for purpose. I gave so much of myself to my community. I poured into people even when I was running on empty. I invested my time, my heart, and my resources into building something that would outlive me — something that would empower generations.

Because my life has never been about just me. It’s been about impact. About creating space, breaking barriers, and giving others the courage to rise. I hope people remember that I wasn’t just a leader — I was a servant leader. That I didn’t just talk about change — I was the change.

When it’s all said and done, I hope the story people tell about me is one of love, truth, resilience, and legacy. That I was a light. That I stood for something real. That I made people feel seen, valued, and inspired.

And that the seeds I planted in faith, love, and community — will continue to grow long after I’m gone.

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