Welcome to “Discoveries” — a collection of moments, memories, and songs that have shaped my journey. Each piece captures a different chapter of who I was and who I’m becoming — stories of love, loss, renewal, and everything in between. These songs are more than releases; they’re reflections of life unfolding, one emotion at a time.
The Beginning — Love, Innocence & Curiosity
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The Beginning — Love, Innocence & Curiosity ⋆
It all began with love — the kind that’s pure, curious, and unshaped by time. These early songs capture my first steps into songwriting, where emotion met melody for the very first time.
Raining Euphoria
New relationships, Heartbreak, promotion, and bridges burning all around…. Life is a roller coaster, but in the end only one thing really matters… And that’s how you feel right now. Instead of regretting what could have been and thinking about what could be, push it all aside and just do what you can now. Don’t worry about tomorrow, worry about today. So, sit back and relax, because just like rain is so unpredictable, my songs will touch your heart at different moments.
Enamorado
Sometimes we have to take a leap of faith and dive into that pool of darkness in order to see the light. ‘Enamorado’ is about new beginnings, remembering the bad with the good and continuing to move forward in life. Life is amazing because of the people we share it with. The future is unknown, but that’s okay. Learning and growing together, and being sure of what we know and where we want to be is how the uncertainty of our futures becomes clearer. With every new song released, a new element comes to light; therefore, creating a more refined sound. So, close your eyes and listen, because this is only the beginning…
Enamorado (Deluxe)
Sometimes we have to take a leap of faith and dive into that pool of darkness in order to see the light. ‘Enamorado Deluxe’ is a continuation of new beginnings, memories of the bad with the good and continuing to move forward in life. The future is unknown, but that’s okay. There is no direct path to get where you want to be. And there is no right time to start except for now. Living life one day a time. Life is amazing because of the people we share it with. Follow me as I pave a new path…
Pensadno En Ti (Remix)
Recuerden que todos somos especiales a través de los ojos de los demás.
Remember that we are all special through the eyes of others.
“Pensando En Ti (Remix)” reminds listeners that we often see our true beauty reflected in the eyes of others. Through its heartfelt delivery and bilingual warmth, J Miguel celebrates the idea that every person holds value — not just in how they see themselves, but in how they are seen, loved, and remembered. The song carries a message of gentle reassurance: that even when we doubt our worth, someone out there still sees us as extraordinary.
The Fall — Aurora Era
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The Fall — Aurora Era ⋆
But with time, light began to fade. The heart grew heavier, the reflections deeper. Aurora became the moment I started losing myself — giving too much, breaking quietly, and learning what it means to start again.
Caught In My Mind
“Caught in My Mind” is for anyone who’s ever felt trapped in the loop of their own thoughts — brokenhearted, overthinking, and searching for a way out.
Torn In Two
Hitting new personal lows with every passing day between the end of summer 2021 and early 2023, “Torn in Two” was born out of desperation — a cry for change in a time when change never came.
Aurora
Aurora marks a pivotal chapter in J Miguel’s evolution — an album born from heartbreak and the realization of self-loss. It explores the struggle of trying to please others at the expense of your own identity, blending atmospheric tones with raw vulnerability. Though its world is steeped in darkness, Aurora carries the earliest traces of renewal — the first glimmers of light that would lead to his next artistic rebirth.
Intentions (Remix)
After releasing Aurora, J Miguel revisited his song Intentions with a fresh perspective, crafting a remix that introduced a steadier rhythm and new sonic layers he felt were missing from the original. The result is a track that feels weightless and dreamlike — if life were a fairytale, he’d be floating as he sings, leaving a trail of sparkles like those from Peter Pan’s flight. Intentions (Remix) is a love letter to the one he hasn’t met yet — the love of his life who’s still out there, waiting to be found.
Enough
“Enough” captures a turning point in J Miguel’s life — a moment of reckoning after losing his sense of self and constantly feeling like nothing he did was ever enough. Written in the aftermath of confusion and self-doubt, the song questions the need to conform or fit into a mold that was never meant to hold him. Through its heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery, “Enough” becomes both an ending and a beginning — the close of one chapter and the emergence of another, defined by self-acceptance, confidence, and purpose.
While deeply personal, J Miguel hopes “Enough” resonates with anyone who has struggled to find their place, reminding them that fulfillment doesn’t come from fitting in — it comes from embracing who you truly are.
The Shadow — Grief & Reflection
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The Shadow — Grief & Reflection ⋆
After losing myself, I faced the kind of silence no song can prepare you for. This was the space where grief met reflection — where I tried to understand loss, memory, and the echoes that remain after someone you love is gone.
“A final flare of love before the night fell — a prayer sent into the wind, hoping the light would reach someone before the darkness took hold.”
Chi-City Love
“Chi-City Love” is a collaboration between J Miguel and Quan G — a heartfelt ode to their home city of Chicago. While the song acknowledges the struggles and challenges that fill the city’s streets, it also celebrates the beauty, hope, and resilience that shine through every day. Through its reflective lyrics and warm production, “Chi-City Love” invites listeners to see Chicago through a different lens — one where love, unity, and perseverance rise above the noise.
Dusk
“Dusk” is one of J Miguel’s most personal and heartfelt creations. It was among the last songs his father heard in its early stages before passing away from lung cancer. Because of that, the song carries profound meaning — it gently traces the final days of his father’s life and the quiet aftermath of loss.
With the line, “I’m waiting for the night to get a chance to say goodbye,” J Miguel encapsulates the ache of unfinished farewells and the stillness that follows. “Dusk” invites listeners into a reflective space — a moment suspended between light and darkness — where grief softens into memory and love remains. It’s a song meant to be felt deeply, a place to pause, breathe, and simply be.
Hollow
“Hollow” stands as a tribute to J Miguel’s father — the person who offered guidance, reassurance, and strength whenever he felt lost or uncertain. Though his father is no longer here physically, his light continues to guide J Miguel forward, reminding him that love endures even through loss.
The song explores the feeling of emptiness that follows grief, yet reveals how the memory of one profound connection can fill that hollow space with warmth and direction. In its heart, “Hollow” is about transformation — finding light within darkness and rediscovering love when everything feels lost.
The Turning Point — Renewal & Clarity
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The Turning Point — Renewal & Clarity ⋆
Then, slowly, the air began to change. The storms quieted. I found myself breathing again — no longer running from the past, but walking with it. A Cool Breeze marks the beginning of that return to clarity.
A Cool Breeze
“A Cool Breeze” captures the moment J Miguel finally allowed himself to breathe again. Written after a long period of inner conflict and emotional stillness, the song represents renewal — that first deep breath after a storm. Through its gentle guitars, airy melodies, and soothing rhythm, J Miguel transforms reflection into motion, finding beauty in simplicity and peace in presence.
The song’s creation marked a turning point. After years of carrying emotional weight and uncertainty, J Miguel began to rediscover clarity — not because life suddenly became easy, but because he learned to trust the flow of it. “A Cool Breeze” is about release: letting go of what can’t be changed and allowing life to move through you. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t loud; sometimes, it arrives quietly, like the soft wind that comes when summer fades, reminding you that you’ve survived another season.