Lakota Jonez is a blend of Cherokee, Mohawk, and Lakota Indian. Born in Florida, she grew up all over the East Coast and Canada at a time when racism was still very strong and something she personally had to deal with on a regular basis. Lakota began performing at age 3 starting in ballet then picking up other forms of self expression including writing stories, poetry and even lyrics. At school, kids did not relate or understand her struggles, even at home Lakota dealt with a strict father, who would not let her express herself or her wants. As a result, Lakota immersed herself heavily in arts and in school. Once out of High School, Lakota found comfort in music, primarily Hip Hop, where the beats, sounds and music emotionally drew her in. Writing Hip Hop lyrics was like telling a story and the culture that surrounded this genre was addictive. From here, Lakota began turning lyrics into songs and thus began her passionate career in the music industry.
Lakota’s dream is for her songs to inspire and encourage women to express themselves in every aspect of life to be a form of inspiration to all Aboriginal people. Right now Lakota is working diligently to establish herself in the Music Industry but she also makes time to teach kids how to write and record songs so they too can share their ideas through music.
Lakota won the 2009 Aboriginal Canadian Music Award and has co- written songs with various artists including rock and roll artist, Derek Miller and the rock and roll band, Jesus Murphy.
If you are interested in having Lakota write a song, please contact her at: info@lakotajonez.com
