19 – year – old Australian singer – songwriter Mia Rodriguez is a force to be reckoned with her unapologetic attitude, unwavering ambition, infectious dark – pop sound, and trendsetting personal style. Having cultivated a fervent fanbase on social media with over 2M Tik Tok followers, Mia is making waves as the next global pop act to break out of Sydney, Australia. Mi a’s star power is undeniable but her confidence didn’t come without a fight. Bullied throughout school for her alternative style and open mindset growing up in a straight – edged part of Sydney, Mia found a way to harness the pain as her motivation. “As an a rtist I get to be the person I’ve always wanted to be but never had the confidence to be. I used to be a loner. And shy,” says Mia. “I wouldn’t let anyone hear me sing for years.” Hell yeah it is. A billion dollar bitch, here to slay. “The people who bullied me are a big part of my motivation. I didn’t let it get to me. I kept pushing,” says Mia. “Life is way too short to be shy or embarrassed. I’ve pushed through that and look at me now.”