The day I found out about Jara, I remember being so shocked and excited. I was watching her music video for her song “966”. Seeing a Saudi woman in a Hijab rapping in Saudi Arabia in a men’s Bisht and Keffiyeh while representing her country for National Day?! A whole controversy in itself while beautifully executing such a powerful message. I couldn’t wait for the opportunity to talk to her.

We discussed topics from receiving support from parents, to including mental health in her music, modesty vs boldness and more!