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L’OFFICIEL HOMES - INTERVIEW

I: Long time no see. How are things?

Leith: Glad to see you again! Things are great, they could be better though (laughs).

I: (laughs) Absolutely agree. Nevertheless, you seem to have a non-stop pathway in your modelling and writing career still.

Leith: Everything is going great, and I’m aware of how lucky I am to be traveling still and working with amazing producers and colleagues when it comes to composing songs for more artists invested in my writing. As for my modelling jobs, everything had to be on pause if it’s not an amateur gig, being really honest here.

I: (nods and proceeds to continue) We know you’ll be back in New York by the time this interview is out. Anything new going on?

Leith: Lots of things, luckily. I have some new songs for a few K-Pop artists that you’ll be hearing about in the upcoming weeks, and I’m very excited.

I: By now, you are a long time-worker for CHUNG HA and MNH Entertainment. You wrote hits like “Gotta Go“ and “Roller Coaster” as examples. Should we expect to read your name on the credits of her full-length album that’s coming very soon?

Leith: (laughs) Can’t really say anything, but I love working with MNH in general. I co-wrote a track for their girl-group BVNDIT also, so we’ll see. You surely should be expectant of CHUNG HA, she’s always delivering great pop music.

I: We also know you’ve been working a in Los Angeles for a few months…

Leith: It’s no news that I’ve been writing there too. Los Angeles is such a weird place, in my opinion. Not to say that Manhattan or even Brooklyn are better, but the aura around L.A is so different, and I’m not speaking of the regular weather around there, it’s more about the people.

I: (laughs) Wasn’t a good experience?

Leith: (doubts about answering) Wouldn’t say bad, but wouldn’t say good either. Still, I got to write more for artists like Sabrina Carpenter and even wrote a few lyrics for an upcoming project that I’m really excited about.

I: That sounds amazing! But you’re no undercover in the international writing industry anymore. Your other long-time collaborator Mabel had her biggest hits thanks to your hands. Songs like summer-hits “Don’t Call Me Up” and “Mad Love” reached high status like Platinum in America, and X2 Platinum in the UK. What do you think it was the mayor factor for this outcome?

Leith: I truly believe it’s all in the people; if they relate to the lyrics then they will surely hear it again and build a special link with the song, you know? I also have to give huge credit to Mabel and her execution of the songs I wrote for her. From “Don’t Call Me Up” to the Tiesto collab “God Is a Dancer”, I had the greatest time while learning a lot about her. She can dance, sing and it’s fully charismatic and engaged with her fanbase. I’m so happy to see her on top.

I: We’re happy to see her as a Main Pop Girl nowadays, too! Is there a dream collaboration for you?

Leith: I’d love to write for BLACKPINK. It’s up there in my goals, and they are having a comeback in a few days so I’m excited. I think I’d also like to write for Dua Lipa or Britney Spears. I think I had what it takes when it comes to a perfect Pop Formula for them to take on a song written by me.

I: Lastly, is there anything you want to say for aspiring writers or models reading this?

Leith: I don’t have much to say other than put up on a hardwork. It sounds cliché but it got me where I am now, and I’m still building it. (laughs) …But overall, just trust your guts and be passionate about what you write about. If there is something that even you don’t like, scrap it. Don’t overwork it. There’s no shame in trying again, that’s a process that a writer will always go through. Don’t put on a negation phase and always be reciprocate. As for modelling, I know things are hectic these days and I hope everyone’s taking care of themselves. Still, try to be confident in your way of being around others without being sassy, remain kind to others, and you’ll get to see the light. The fashion industry is already a complex jungle so try to make a few friends, organically.

I: Thank you, Leith! Hope to see you soon.

Leith: My honour, see you all soon for sure.

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