Detroit is a city that doesn’t just build cars — it builds character. From the soulful heartbeat of Motown to the lyrical precision of Eminem, the Motor City has produced generations of artists who channel pain, discipline, and raw authenticity into their sound.

Now, Jairic, a Detroit-born producer and artist, carries that legacy into a new era. His journey — spanning decades of creative highs, personal transformation, and global inspiration — captures the essence of what it means to evolve both as a musician and as a human being.

The Making of a Hunter

Jairic’s story starts behind the keys as he describes in this WorldWide Entertainment TV Network exclusive interview. “I started off playing piano and drums when I was a kid,” he recalls. “I had opportunities to perform in church and school, and eventually, I began producing for other artists.”

That early foundation set the tone for a career defined by curiosity and craft. “I realized I loved producing. It made me happy,” he says. “And then I started focusing more on my solo work because it felt the most authentic.”

But his creative evolution didn’t follow a straight line. There were pauses, pivots, and moments of rediscovery — the quiet periods that later gave way to rebirth. “In my twenties, I stepped away from music for a while,” Jairic admits. “Then I came back with a new sense of purpose.”

Detroit: Grit, Soul, and Sound

“Detroit, man, is badass,” Jairic says with a grin. “There’s so much raw music here. From Motown to punk to electronic, the city has always had this energy that’s impossible to ignore.”

Growing up in the heart of that energy made Jairic a student of sound. “You learn from the best without even realizing it,” he says. “You soak up the rhythm, the discipline, the soul.”

His roots are unmistakable — the thump of hip-hop basslines colliding with melodic undertones, carrying both the streets’ urgency and the studio’s precision.

A Global Perspective: Detroit Meets Cannes

After years of grinding in Detroit’s underground scene, Jairic expanded his world — literally. He spent several years living and producing in Cannes, France, a place more known for red carpets than recording sessions.

“Being in France opened my mind,” he says. “It’s such a creative city — the people, the food, the culture. You can’t help but be inspired.”

That blend of Detroit grit and European sophistication shaped his signature sound: hard-edged, cinematic, yet deeply human.

From Chaos to Control

In his latest project, Jairic explores the metaphor that defines his life — the hunter and the hunted.

The track “Stick Figure” captures that transformation: fear becoming focus, chaos morphing into control.

“At the beginning, there’s this sense of being chased,” he explains. “You’re running — it’s panic, it’s uncertainty. But by the end, you realize you’re the one hunting. You’re the one in control.”

That arc mirrors his own growth. “It’s symbolic of life,” he says. “Sometimes, you’re the hunted — out of control. Then, through discipline and self-belief, you become the hunter. You claim your space.”

The Discipline of Creativity

Jairic’s philosophy is simple but powerful:

“You can either suffer the pain of discipline or the pain of disappointment.”

After losing a loved one, he channeled grief into structure. “Life has suffering,” he reflects. “But discipline gives you freedom. It brings order to the chaos.”

That mindset now guides every beat, lyric, and late-night studio session. It’s what separates a moment of inspiration from a body of work that lasts.

Legacy in Motion

Despite recognition from outlets like NPR and streaming success with millions of plays, Jairic remains grounded. “It’s humbling,” he says. “But what matters most is being independent — creating freely, without compromise.”

His upcoming album, L’American, was written in France and recorded in Detroit — a full-circle reflection of his journey. “It’s some of my best work,” he says confidently. “I recorded about 30 songs for it. Each one is a piece of who I am now.”

The Hunter’s Code

For Jairic, music isn’t just entertainment — it’s therapy, purpose, and philosophy. “I want my audience to feel motivated,” he says. “If you’re going through something, keep pushing. Be grateful for life. Stay disciplined.”

When asked what he’d tell his younger self, that Detroit kid making beats on borrowed equipment, he doesn’t hesitate:

“Stay hungry. Believe in yourself. Don’t let the highs get too high or the lows get too low. Just keep marching forward.”

In that spirit, Jairic’s music — and his message — feel timeless. It’s not just Detroit pride or personal redemption. It’s universal.

Because in every artist’s story, there’s a little chaos, a little control — and a hunter learning to master both.

Featured Quote

“The artist is the hunter — but sometimes the hunter becomes the hunted.”
— Jairic

Credits

Interview: Worldwide Entertainment TV
Photography: Courtesy of Jairic
Produced by: Worldwide Entertainment TV Network
Location: Detroit, Michigan / Cannes, France