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Forbes 30 Under 30, Hollywood & Entertainment #12: Beca Mitchell
Atlanta-native Beca Mitchell possesses a staggering track record for musical success, even prior to her national debut. The 26 year old led her college a cappella group, the Barden Bellas, to claim three consecutive national titles, as well as a World Championship victory. Having elevated tracks from Snoop Dogg, Brendon Urie, and many more to chart toppers, there’s no telling what the young producer might do next.
Forbes Magazine: Beca, congrats on joining the ranks of Forbes 30 Under 30, it's much deserved. Your star has been on the rise since releasing the universally loved Jessie J single, Flashlight. What would you say was your inspiration for the track?
Beca Mitchell: Thanks. Honestly, Jessie was a fantastic partner on that project, a delight to record with, and it was exciting to be able to take the song to where it is now. I want to say, however, that the single — and my career — would be nowhere without the help of an old friend who worked with me to create the original demo.
FM: Is this friend in the industry?
BM: Not that I know of. We lost touch shortly after I graduated from college.
FM: That’s a shame. Hopefully seeing your music go platinum is good closure for you both.
BM: I don’t know. I suppose it’s up to them.
FM: Well, onto bigger and brighter things. Can you tell us about any future projects you have planned?
BM: I’ll never not have something in the works, but over the next few months I’m actually hoping to cut back a bit and do a bit of a creative reset. It never hurts to go back to your roots.
FM: Anything you’re hoping to gain from that, specifically?
BM: Other than my sanity? [Laughter.] Yeah, I mean... Hopefully I’ll come back with the next big thing.
Mama Junk: [Link: Forbes 30 Under 30 for Hollywood & Entertainment]
Emily: i saw
Mama Junk: It doesn’t bug u that she got famous off your song?
Emily: i gave her that song knowing what could happen. it’s not like she’s pretending she did it herself
Mama Junk: She better not.
Emily: it’s fine
Emily: i don’t care anymore
Mama Junk: OK honey.
Mama Junk: All unpacked?
Emily: mostly!
Mama Junk: Go 2 bed then. Big day tomorrow <3
Emily: okay, love you xoxo
Mama Junk: Make sure apt door is locked.
Emily: it is
Mama Junk: Triple check. Don’t like u living alone out there.
Emily: GOODNIGHT MOM <3