Charmagne Tripp Lives in the Moment
- Akilah Green
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
By: Akilah H. Green
New England born soul singer, writer, and producer Charmagne Tripp, self-described as a “New England Negro”—is a 25-year music industry veteran whose career has been rooted in longevity, adaptability, and truth. The oldest of seven and an aunt to more than 40 nieces and nephews, Tripp carries generations of life experience into her music, and it shows deeply on her newest release, Live at Parkville Sounds.
The project is intimate, healing, and radically honest. A Grammy Award–winning artist, Tripp credits her sustainability in the industry to reinvention and a commitment to authenticity. She learned early that everything isn’t for her—and that discernment, paired with grounding herself, has allowed her to give both herself and her audience exactly what’s needed.
Live at Parkville Sounds is not a studio creation; it’s a spiritual exchange. Recorded live, the project captures the energy, connection, and communal spirit of her music in its rawest form. Tripp describes it as an intentional collaboration with everyone in the room—a full-body experience that can’t be recreated through retakes or edits.
“I want to live in the live moments,” she says.
For Tripp, live music is visceral—unfiltered, expansive, and deeply sensual. She likens the experience to pleasure itself, explaining that music is “as pleasurable as sex,” calling it “a massage on the inside.” The goal is expansion. She wants listeners to pause, to be with the music—not consume it passively in the background. In her vision, music becomes self-care, sound healing, and a high-vibrational moment of presence.
When asked about her favorite songs on the project, Tripp shared three standouts:
“Waiting For” — playful, sassy, and driven by joyful arrangements
“Baby Baby Please” — stripped down, soft, and vulnerable, capturing the tension of pleading and emotional exposure
“Humanity” — intentional and chaotic, reflecting the complexities of the world we’re living in
Her creative roots trace back to her youth, when she was obsessed with Irene Cara and the film Fame the spark that ignited her love for music, performance, and creative expression.
Tripp’s current “reboot era” came after making the courageous decision to step away. She reached a point where she felt stuck, frustrated, dismissed, and disconnected from her joy. Instead of forcing creativity, she chose wisdom—putting the music down and redirecting her energy elsewhere.
She began mentoring and coaching other artists, offering what she once needed herself. “I was being the person I needed when I first started,” she says—refusing to gatekeep and choosing transparency instead. That generosity ultimately led her back to her own artistry, re-inspired and renewed.
She also explored theater, gaining a deeper appreciation for ensemble work—even while recognizing her limits. “I am not a good actress—that is not one of my gifts,” she admits, calling the experience powerful, nonetheless.
Behind the scenes, Tripp partnered with her creative partner to launch Gripp, a company focused on production management and logistical support for artists—helping creatives thrive where the industry often fails them. Through all these avenues, she found clarity, confidence, and her way back to music—stronger than before.
At its core, connection is everything for Charmagne Tripp, through music and in life. She speaks lovingly of her band and this new era filled with musicians and fans who genuinely care about the art.
“I think the quality of my work has been good—and I think it keeps getting better,” she says.
Here’s to 25 more years of growth, purpose, and creative expansion.
Connect with Charmagne Tripp
🌐 Website: https://www.charmagnetripp.com
📸 Instagram: @singingcharm
🎧 Listen on:
Live at Parkville Sounds is available now on all major music platforms.
