Dynamic Duo: Jaidyn Triplett, a Rising Star in Music Inspired by Her Father

At the release event for Jaidyn Triplett’s debut solo LP “Young Girl with a Big Dream,” the energy was super high as the album’s title suggests. Jaidyn, best known for her role as Millicent Mitchell on the iCarly reboot and for her popular YouTube channel, is now making waves in the music industry. The young up and coming star was accompanied by her father, Josh Triplett, who is also a talented musician, Jaidyn shared with Latination insight into her journey into music and the inspirations behind the new album.

Jaidyn spoke with pride about how her father played a significant role in shaping her sound and approach to music. “For me, I take inspiration from his album and make a meaning behind every song,” she said. “Everything he does is an inspiration.” This deep connection between father and daughter has translated into the music they create, which is full of heart, emotion, and talent.

Josh, being the supportive father he is, has been instrumental in guiding Jaidyn through this new chapter of her career. While the entertainment world loves and adores him, he emphasized his role as a father above all. “I’m a father first, I’m an entertainer second,” Josh said with empashis. He also reminisced on the turning point in Jaidyn’s journey into music: “It was during the strike when she said she wanted to dive into music, and I was all for it.”

Josh spoke highly about how Jaidyn is becoming a role model for so many young Afro Latina and Black girls. “Seeing her take her voice and be a leader, it’s incredible,” he said. “Now I know how Joe Jackson felt, and Matthew Knowles felt.” This comparison to the fathers of musical icons like Michael Jackson and Beyoncé wasn’t lost on Jaidyn, who smiled, visibly touched by her father’s belief in her. “It makes me want to get better,” she shared.

The release event also highlighted their first collaboration track, “I Need Air,” a heartfelt ballad produced by the award-winning Michael Moritz, known for his Emmy, Tony and Grammy wins. The song, written from the perspective of a father and daughter, is a moving testament to their close relationship. “It was hard not to cry in the studio,” Jaidyn admitted when discussing the emotional recording process. The track promises to pull at the heartstrings of listeners and showcase the undeniable chemistry between the father-daughter duo.

When asked about dream collaborations, Josh expressed his hope that Jaidyn will one day work with the legendary Lin-Manuel Miranda, while Jaidyn is eager to see her father team up with artists like Bryson Tiller or Chris Brown. Their shared admiration and mutual dreams highlight the unique dynamic of this family.

Jaidyn also opened up about her life beyond the spotlight, particularly how she remains grounded in the world of social media. “I’m just a regular person, and that’s the mindset I will always have,” she said, reflecting a maturity and humility beyond her years.

“Young Girl with a Big Dream” is more than just an album release, it’s the beginning of a promising new chapter in Jaidyn’s career, one where she continues to carve out her own path while honoring the inspirations from her father and their shared journey.