Who will perform at iHeartRadio's Wango Tango Festival and win $10,000? You decide.

Learn more about Sophia Marie

• What do you love about music and performing? The best part is how music lets me be creative, whether I’m singing or just messing around with sounds. It’s a way to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to express myself. And every performance, every new song, just makes me love it more. Ultimately, music is my way of staying connected, whether it’s with the people I’m performing for or just with myself. That’s why I keep doing it—because it’s something I enjoy, something I can’t imagine not being a part of my life.
• Who are your biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators? My biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators are most definitely Ariana grande, Raye, Doja Cat, Tate Mcrae, and Rihanna.
• What makes you the Next Music Star? I’m not just a TikTok artist — I’m a real pop artist with true versatility. I’ve performed at South Florida fairs, open mic nights, the Lyric Theater, Breaking Sound Miami, and more.I also busk to connect with real audiences. Inspired by legends like Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and Jennifer Hudson, and today’s icons like Ariana Grande, Raye, and Doja Cat. I’m also influenced by top vocal coaches like Eric Vetro. I don’t make music for a trend — I make it to last.
• What would you do with the $10,000? If I won the $10,000 from the iHeartRadio Wango Tango contest, I’d invest directly into my music career. First, I’d upgrade my home studio setup so I can record and produce at a higher level from wherever I am. I’d also fund visuals for upcoming singles—music videos, cover art, and promo content that bring my stories to life. Most importantly, I’d want to give most of this money to my dad who has been alongside me this WHOLE journey, guiding me every step of the way.