A Season of Growth: A Conversation with Abby Jasmine Ahead of Her New EP, Love It For Me, Hate It For U
When we spoke with Abby Jasmine earlier this year, she was on the heels of releasing her new album, CLOSURE. It was a record that captured a woman in transition, peeling back layers of emotion and reclaiming her peace. Since then, so much has changed. Growth has found her in new forms, and the confidence that comes with time and self-reflection radiates through her every word.
Abby is currently having one of the best runs of 2025. Releasing a variety of singles, standout feature verses, and making memorable media appearances that have continued to elevate her presence as one of music’s top voices. There is not a moment the past few months you did not feel Abby Jasmine’s presence.
In our latest talk, we got to catch up with Abby for what felt less like an interview and more like friends catching up. She opened up about experiences that unfolded after the release of CLOSURE, speaking with a sense of vulnerability that showed just how much she has grown.
What stood out most was how ready she already was to handle heartbreak. Instead of letting it break her, she used that experience to fuel her creativity. It became part of the process that shaped her new EP, Love It For Me, Hate It For U, which she brought to life over the “chaotic summer” as she describes.
As Abby reflected on her journey, she spoke about how she has learned to see herself as her own muse. For her, being a muse is not about the traditional idea of someone else inspiring you. It comes in many forms. Sometimes it is found in people or emotions, and other times in yourself.
She shared that she is drawn to whatever brings out the best in her and sparks her creativity. Now, she is stepping into another moment that feels personal and freeing. Her new EP arrives this Friday and stands as a reflection of self-assurance and clarity; Showing an artist who continues to evolve both musically and personally.
In our second conversation you can tell she has found a new kind of peace. There is a calmness in her voice now, the kind that comes from trusting yourself and embracing change.
Abby also reflected on the joy she found this summer, especially with the release of “Caught Up,” a record that captured her carefree energy and reminded listeners of her ability to blend emotion with ease. With Love It For Me, Hate It For U, she steps into a new chapter that has become a space for fun and reflection, a distinct difference from CLOSURE.
In a short time, Abby Jasmine has continued to show what it means to evolve with grace and authenticity. This moment is not just about where she is heading but about celebrating every version of herself that has led her here.
We sat down with the star to talk about how she’s grown, what inspired her new EP, and how self-discovery in the midst of a chaotic life she’s endured since the release of CLOSURE have shaped this next chapter of her story in an incredible new conversation.
In Conversation With Abby Jasmine
Cherry: We have a very special talk ahead. One of our good friends, thee Abby Jasmine is back with us. How are you? It feels like you’re life has done a full 180 since our last conversation.
Abby: It definitely has. Some days I realized I wanted to be tired because of this life but other days I realize that I AM tired.
Cherry: What are you doing now to relieve stress?
Abby: Not much has changed in that department. I love my sleep. Lately it’s been a lot of moving around.
This time around I’ve been going with the flow a little more because there’s so much to do. You would think we’re releasing “CLOSURE part 2.”
Cherry: You’ve always had this confidence and CLOSURE being your rebirth, this EP seems to be you stepping more into the power you possess. How is your mental at this moment?
Abby: 2 projects in 1 year for me is unheard of. My biggest thing [in 2025] was to be more consistent. When I think about last year, I allowed too many outside opinions to dictate what I did with my art. I only dropped two songs in 2024 and that didn’t help me as an artist.
Abby: I said at the beginning of the year when BELIEVE IN ME dropped, I was going to keep my foot on everyone’s necks for 365 days. There’s no pressure [dropping] from the outside world because I thoroughly enjoy making music.
The vibes are different this time. I’m very proud of CLOSURE and I appreciate the project for what it was. I wrote a lot of those songs at a different point in my life.
Cherry: When you truly look back at your development, you’re in tune with your emotions a lot more than others so to reflect on a vulnerable headspace is great. Now you’re ready to pop your sh*t again.
Abby: I fell in love with music again during CLOSURE but for a different reason. Now I’m writing from a place that’s fun. My life is great and Faces was written in the spring so it was hard trying to figure out how to promote the song.
Abby: After CLOSURE dropped, a lot of my relationships started to collapse and I isolated myself for a period of time. I was in the studio 2-3 times a week. I wasn’t working towards [a project] but just getting my feelings out so when Summer started and my birthday came around, I could pop out.
Cherry: One thing I picked up on was your 2025 release covers (CLOSURE, Caught Up and Love It For Me, Hate It For U) being Staten Island based. This EP’s cover is you by the water, so what’s the significance of this one?
Abby: The day the Faces cover was shot we actually were shooting the cover for the EP. I was thinking creatively how I wanted to present myself even more. When people think about New York…Staten Island is the forgotten borough. I’m not caping for Staten Island but this is where I grew up and it’s not showcased by the people that live here.
Abby: I can’t fake the funk and wanted to showcase different parts of New York. As much as everybody hates to say it, we’re still New York. CLOSURE was in one of the neighborhoods around here. Caught Up was on the fly; There’s actually an alternate cover but it didn’t match the vibe I wanted at the time.
I want to support my friends and their dreams. Any way I can give my friends an outlet to explore their creative side…I’m with. I’ve been having a lot of fun doing things with my people.
Cherry: You have a glowing personality that makes it easy for anyone to gravitate towards you; It’s authentic and we see that.
Abby: While I was working on this EP, I met an engineer (ALICE BRNZ) I’ve known for years. I’m usually in my own world and getting to know new people is hard. After I linked up with him though, we instantly clicked creatively.
Abby: While I was working on this EP, we started working on another EP that’s dropping next year so now I have 2 projects on the way. I enjoy making music with my friends is what it all boils down to.
Cherry: We’ve become accustomed to you living in chaos. Is that a natural state for you?
Abby: My friends tell me all the time I don’t have to crash out. I’m “passionately unhinged.” For me, I’ll tell my friends I’m not going to do something then go do it as a case study. It’s not on purpose because I am learning; I just make songs about it. It’s my “muse” but not in the traditional sense everyone uses that term as. This is how how we got to the name of the project.
Abby: Love It For Me, Hate It For U was always the name. I wrote it down in [untitled] and it stuck. It brought me to the conversation about muses. It’s supposed to be the highest tier of adoration but my muse isn’t that. For me, it’s the good, the bad, the ugly, the chaos and the unhinged. I find beauty in the crazy things I get myself wrapped into.
Cherry: Of all the media appearances you’ve been able to do after releasing CLOSURE, do you have a favorite or were all of them just enjoyable experiences?
Abby: Chef Bruja has been my girl for years. It feels like a bunch of full circle moments. She has a cooking show, I’m doing good things with my music. That’s really my sis. Even with Alex Mali and getting on Snakes In The Grass, it was always organic. When our collaborations happen, they seem to happen at the right time. Also HOT SPLIFF with Sims. That’s my bro.
I appreciate the people who take the time to get to know Abby Jasmine as a person and not the concept of me.
Cherry: Are your relationships the biggest change you’ve felt has happened this year?
Abby: For sure. A lot of my identity prior to getting out of a long-term relationship was rooted in companionship. My parents have been married for a long time and that’s how I grew up. Everything was “4L.”
Abby: This year is when I started to understand that we can say we’re “locked in” but that puts unnecessary pressure on the people in our lives. I’m learning to enjoy the time I have with people.
Cherry: Abby we appreciate you being here and enjoyed this conversation so much. Did you have any last words?
Abby: I enjoyed this too! I’m going to keep my foot on the gas. I have another tape that we’re finishing up. Right after Love It For Me, Hate It For U, I already told (ALICE) BRNZ that we’re going to move into mode for the next project so we’re good to go and I don’t have to scramble.
Novice is excited to continue supporting Abby Jasmine’s career as she continues to ascend.
Love it for Me, Hate It For U will be available for your consumption on all digital streaming platforms this Friday, October 17th.
