Exploring the Journey of Samara Cyn in an Exclusive Interview with I Am Root

Feature Summary: Samara Cyn on Rooted Minds Blog

This month’s Rooted Minds feature highlights Samara Cyn, an emerging hip-hop artist making waves in the Phoenix music scene. Known for her gritty yet graceful flow, Cyn brings a blend of poetic lyricism and powerful storytelling to her music. Influenced by legends like Lauryn Hill, Slick Rick, and Noname, she’s carved a unique lane since starting her music journey in 2019.

Born in Murfreesboro, TN, and shaped by diverse cultures throughout her upbringing, Samara's sound fuses raw emotion with versatility across genres. Notable tracks like “D.A.B.”, “WTD” (featuring PK Tha Poet), and “Rock” showcase her depth and range.

Cyn's collaborative spirit has led to projects like Space Gray Convos and performances across Arizona and beyond. Despite balancing school, work, and music, she remains focused on creating art with purpose—addressing topics like love, growth, and social justice.

In the interview, she discusses her roots in poetry, the meaning behind her EP title, her dream collabs (Masego and Noname), and her mission to inspire social change through music. Cyn emphasizes not being boxed into a “female rapper” label—striving instead to be one of the best, period.

With visuals, new projects, and continued evolution on the horizon, Samara Cyn is definitely one to watch.

Could this be the next hottest artist out of AZ? Samara Cyn might just be!