Before launching her recording career seven years ago, Nrozae was determined the songs she released would not be conventional. They should have unique arrangements and melodies.

Those traits can be heard on My Love, her latest song, which was released in May by BadindianRecords, a company based in New York.

“I do appreciate arrangements that step outside the traditional reggae formula because they give me room to express soulful melodies and emotions, so I can connect with my audience,” said Nrozae. “I want my music to feel familiar to reggae lovers while also offering something fresh, memorable and timeless.”

Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Jamaican parents, she adopted a love for music from her father, Patrick “Dizzy” Fleming. He was a respected trumpeter who played with singer Denroy Morgan’s Black Eagles, one of the leading reggae bands in New York City during the 1970s.

Like many Americans with Jamaican roots, Nrozae was fascinated by the culture from her family’s homeland.

“My late father has been a huge influence on my music. He passed away when I was very, very young. So, it’s my way of connecting with him and carrying on his legacy,” she said.

She counts Marcia Griffiths and Tanya Stephens among her influences, as well as Whitney Houston and Toni Braxton.

My Body, Dreams, and All of The Love are some of Nrozae’s previous releases, which are a nod to her roots.

— Howard Campbell