winner ELEVATE TRACKS 305 MIAMI ANTHEM Miami on My Tongue is Soleil River Nation’s winning Miami anthem, selected through Elevate Cities’ Elevated Tracks 305 competition. Blending infectious pop, Latin rhythms, and the unmistakable energy of Miami, the song captures the city through the eyes of a new generation—colorful, multicultural, bold, and alive.

Following its win, Miami on My Tongue took Soleil to major stages, including the FIFA Fan Festival Miami, establishing the song as a defining moment in her emerging music career. small girl big world "Music discovery is all about luck and stumbling upon an artist that you know you will love and respect. For us, that artist is the immensely talented Soleil River Nation. Though still very early in her career, Soleil has blessed us with a sound and style that are refreshingly unique. Her single, “Small Girl in a Big World,” is a perfect introduction to her magic that deserves wider recognition."-----Medium.com About Soleil Nation Soleil River Nation is a rising Filipino-American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending contemporary pop, Latin influences, and the vibrant energy of Miami.

Born in Manila and based in Miami Beach, Soleil brings a distinct perspective to music that is infectious, thoughtful, and culturally connected. Her releases include *Small Girl in a Big World*, *Consumerist Dream*, *Stepping Stones*, and *Miami on My Tongue*—selected as a winning Miami anthem through Elevated Tracks 305.

From the FIFA Fan Festival to performing the National Anthem for the Miami Dolphins, Soleil is quickly establishing herself as a compelling recording artist and live performer.

With a sound built around memorable pop, meaningful storytelling, and global influences, Soleil isn’t simply finding her voice—**she’s defining it.** winner original composition Self-taught pianist Soleil Nation has been mastering the keys with unwavering discipline since 2019, occasionally honing her skills at Piano Allegro Music Academy and Wynwood Schoool of music. On May 11, 2025, she cemented her dedication by winning the Original Composition category at Young Talent Big Dreams with “Stepping Stones (Piano Version). Voice EST 2015 Soleil Nation is a young recording artist with a powerful, expressive voice and strong musical foundation.

Trained under Dave Stroud, Mama Jen, and Dr. Yelena Mindlina, she continues to elevate her craft.

She recently recorded a song for a Disney project (NDA) with a multi-platinum songwriter and has been singing since the age of one, developing her skills at Wynwood School of Music as lead vocalist of her junior rock band. song released Recording artist NOW STREAMING
As a singer-songwriter, Soleil is a force of nature—writing from a place far beyond her years while still capturing the raw, honest emotions of growing up. Music has been part of her story since before she could speak, and today, it’s how she makes sense of the world—and helps others do the same.

A self-taught musician who began on piano and expanded into guitar and vocals, Soleil doesn’t just perform songs—she creates them. Her original music blends pop-rock energy with meaningful, introspective lyrics that speak to identity, pressure, dreams, and the realities of being young in a fast-moving world.

With releases like “Small Girl in a Big World”, “Stepping Stones” and “Consumerist Dream,” Soleil has already begun carving out a signature voice—one that is bold, aware, and unafraid to say something real. Whether she’s in the studio or on stage, her goal is simple but powerful: to connect, to inspire, and to remind her generation that their voice matters. 🎤✨ Trumpet Player Miami Music Project - Sinfonia Level 4 Dedicated full-time member of the Miami Music Project Kids Orchestra, Soleil Nation has been mastering the trumpet for 3 years, committing to 2 hours of daily practice. Currently on Sinfonia Level (equivalent to 11th grade on High School). guitar novice Soleil is just getting started with the guitar—call her a novice for now, but at only 12 years old, she's set on adding this to her growing skill set. CHORUS National Childrens Chorus Soleil is also a member of the nationally recognized National Children's Chorus, where she continues to refine her vocal artistry and musicianship among elite young performers. AWARDS Accolades STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2023 - MIAMI MUSIC PROJECT
STUDENT OF THE MONTH - 5X - NORTH BEACH ELEM. SCHOOL
JENNIFER TURKEN KINDNESS AWARD RECIPIENT - 4X
DO THE BEST AWARD - MIAMI BEACH POLICE DEPT. 2018
ARTIST AWARD 2018 - LITTLE DREAMER FOUNDATION
TOP 100 FUTURE WAVEMAKER - TURNED SPEAKER
YOUNG TALENT BIG DREAMS 2025 - WINNER - ORIGINAL COMPOSITION

AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS:
INTERLOCHEN ARTS ACADEMY 2024 & 2025
MIAMI CHILDREN'S THEATRE
MIAMI NEW DRAMA
MIAMI GIRLS ROCK CAMP
WE THE BEST FOUNDATION
JOY CAMP STUDIOS
PLAYING FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION

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