South Seattle R&B Artist Jaymin Challenges 'Toxic' Themes with Vulnerable New EP 'Sweet Nothings'
Jaymin (left) and Curtis Delgardo II (right) pose at the “Sweet Nothings” listening party at Smith Tower last week. (Photo: Che’lon McLennan)
South Seattle R&B artist Jaymin is officially back on the scene after recently signing to Warner Records off the success of his song “Something Real.” At the official listening party for his new EP “Sweet Nothings” at Seattle’s Smith Tower, Jaymin met with “Almost The Weekend!” host Curtis Delgardo II about breaking free of his self-imposed musical hiatus and rewiring masculinity with vulnerability and love.
Jaymin revealed that this body of work was born out of a deeply intentional period in his life, where he pulled all-nighters in his basement studio acting as his own engineer and producer. While he didn't initially set out to create a full project, the music evolved organically as he found his rhythm. As he looked back on the collection of songs, the title became clear.
"I’m back in my bag, and this sounds like a little vibe,” he said.
Curtis Delgardo II (left) sits with Jaymin (right) at the “Sweet Nothings” listening party at Smith Tower last week. (Photo: Che’lon McLennan)
For Jaymin, his artistry is about bringing vulnerability back to masculinity. “Sweet Nothings” serves as a deliberate departure from the "toxic" themes currently dominating modern R&B, drawing heavy inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder and D’Angelo who consistently expressed deep care for their partners.
"It’s cool to be in love. It’s cool to pursue a woman and to uplift them,” he said. “We got to get back to…not being scared to be vulnerable.”
Jaymin described his sound as a culmination of his South Seattle roots, his upbringing in the church, and his father's background in Michigan, channeling nostalgic melodies, fresh perspectives, and quintessential 90s production.
Creating “Sweet Nothings” taught Jaymin that he is truly built for the creative life, finding more joy in the quiet hours of the studio than in the spotlight itself. As he looks toward the future with more music on deck, his advice to fellow creators is to remain authentic and dedicated.
"If you have a calling and you have a passion and a gift, you got to exercise that gift no matter where that takes you. I think it is your duty, and I think it is your obligation,” he said.
Check out “Sweet Nothings” and the rest of Jaymin’s discography on all major streaming platforms.
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