Harmony and Hardship in a Trans Musician's Life

Language of the Soul Podcast

When Buffy BRATT speaks, you can't help but be drawn into her world—a place where music meets tenacity amid the struggles and triumphs of a trans hip-hop artist. Buffy lays bare the emotional journey from losing her mother and navigating foster care to finding solace and power in her craft. It's a testament to her unwavering spirit, and throughout our conversation, she teaches us about the resilience that is forged in the fires of adversity.
In our candid discussion, we confront the realities of discrimination and the courage it takes to live authentically in a world that often resists change. Buffy does not shy away from recounting episodes of violence and prejudice, yet she finds a beacon of hope in artistic expression. The nuances of transgender life and the beauty of self-discovery are at the heart of this episode, challenging us to understand the kaleidoscope of experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
BIO: Buffy BRATT is a transgender rapper/singer who writes, records, and produces all her own music. From Los Angeles, CA, Buffy was Ms. August from the Angels of Change 2014 calendar. She has released 4 Eps, the first being “My Mind To Yours” in 2018, followed by the self-titled “Buffy Bratt.” Her3rd Ep was “The Addicted Type,” followed by “Hollywood BRATZ,” and “Rotten Candy” in 2022. Her BRAND NEW 6TH EP is titled “A Different Type Of Gangster;” it will be available February 2024. All Eps are available on YouTube, YouTube Music, Instagram, Facebook, Audiomack, SoundCloud RapChat, and by 2024, they should all be on every streaming platform, including iTunes.
Check out Buffy on:
BRATZ Vs BARBIE Music Video
Youtube Soundcloud
Angels of Change Calendar

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Chapters

1. Trans Hip Hop Artist Buffy Bratz (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Transgender Identity and Drag Queens (00:15:34)

3. Navigating Gender Identity and LGBTQ+ Issues (00:24:58)

4. Experiences and Perspectives of Trans Individuals (00:31:26)

5. Loss, Healing, and Bratz Dolls (00:42:29)

6. Discussions on Gender Issues and Discrimination (00:52:48)