Emerging from Sunnyvale, California, Lysn is more than just a music artist—he’s a movement. An independent artist signed to Cochlea Windows LLC, Lysn is also the lead vocalist of the Bay Area band Barelyfunktional, where his sound stretches far beyond genre lines. A true embodiment of a spirit-led creator, the Lysn music artist experience is a fusion of Hip-Hop Soul, Reggaeton, and Alternative tones, often woven with bilingual lyricism and cultural richness.
His latest track, PTGD, is a raw and powerful message confronting gun violence—a topic deeply personal to the artist. “This song is for our brothers and sisters across the world,” Lysn shared, “for the troubled minds wandering these streets, and for the men & women misusing their badge. Put The Guns Down.” His approach is not rooted in politics or performance but in humanity. Through heartfelt storytelling and layered production with Nay The Producer, Lysn offers music that is both healing and thought-provoking.
Why Lysn Music Artist Believes Sound Is a Sacred Connector
Lysn’s musical journey is grounded in collaboration, education, and lived experience. As a former educator in Hip-Hop culture, he believes in music as a teaching tool—capable of uplifting and connecting communities. “The culture of music is in everything I do,” he explains. “It’s my slang, my walk, how I approach the mic. Growing up, music wasn’t just something I listened to, it shaped how I saw the world.”
His performances, whether with Barelyfunktional or alongside Colombian artist Dragon, are built on spontaneous creativity. Forming his current trio on the fly with Ryan Trujillo and John Macdonald, Lysn thrived in jam sessions that allowed raw emotion to become musical therapy. His lyrics mirror the pulse of his community and are crafted to reflect love, struggle, and resilience.
A Future Rooted in Principle, Not Platform
While PTGD is gaining momentum, Lysn is transparent about the direction of his releases: he will not be releasing new music on Spotify. “Too many independent artists have poured their souls into songs, only to receive fractions of a penny per stream. That ain’t love.” It’s a statement of principle, a stand against a system he feels undervalues authentic artistry.
Still, the Lysn music artist mission continues—off-platform and beyond borders. He’s focused on longevity, healing, and legacy. Whether it’s live freestyles, global collaborations, or community-rooted projects, every step is taken with intention. “Everything I do is rooted in purpose,” he says. “The goal is longevity, not just in music, but in impact.”
