Nova Justyn: The Charlotte Artist Defying Genre and Speaking from the Soul

In an era where authenticity often gets lost in the noise, Nova Justyn, born Justyn Smith, emerges from Charlotte, North Carolina, as a refreshingly original voice. With a sound that can’t be boxed and lyrics that speak straight from the heart, Nova Justyn is quickly becoming a name to watch in the evolving landscape of modern music.

From the church pews to the main stage, Justyn's journey began early. “I fell in love with music at a very young age,” he recalls. “My dad was part of a quartet group, and watching him perform was my first true inspiration.” Those gospel roots laid a strong foundation, but Justyn's creative spirit soon ventured far beyond traditional lines.

His artistry pulls from gospel, hip hop, R&B, rock, and alternative — a fearless blend that mirrors the complexity of real human emotion. “I never wanted to be an artist that could be put in one box,” he says. “Sometimes my music comes from sadness or anger, sometimes it’s uplifting and fun.”

His latest project, Fazes, released on May 16, 2025, is a ten-track exploration of emotion, growth, and identity. Each song feels distinct, but collectively they showcase a cohesive, genre-defying style that’s quickly earning critical acclaim. Nova highlights standout tracks like “My Fault,” “Where The Love,” and “Sharks” — each one offering a different lens into his mindset and experiences.

One of his favorite lyrics, from “My Fault,” captures the raw introspection that defines much of his work:

“Hear no see no bullshit I’m like Hellen Keller,
Will I trust you, the chance is so very seldom,
and my heart the beginning of February.
The feeling of love is so very scary.”

It's this kind of honest vulnerability, mixed with confident wordplay and genre-bending production, that sets Nova Justyn apart. He’s not chasing trends — he’s carving his own lane.

With Fazes now available on all major platforms, Nova Justyn is promoting more than just music. He’s promoting truth, complexity, and the courage to evolve.

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Stream Fazes now — because every phase tells a story.