Today we’d like to introduce you to Carolina Sauer.
Carolina, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I started singing and songwriting in early 2024, after spending the previous two years going back and forth on whether to fully commit. Music and writing have always been comforting and therapeutic for me, so stepping into the studio felt natural.
I went in with a simple goal: write a few feel-good songs and explore sync opportunities. My first song, “At the Centerfold,” was inspired by a letter I wrote late one night. It tells the story of a relationship I valued, but knew could never last—he was never meant to be the main character, just a chapter. My producer, Luke Rey, leaned into a nostalgic sound, and with the help of my co-writer, Jordan Leia, I found my footing in composition.
From there, I wrote “The Girl He Knew,” a reflection on finding light after a dark chapter. It became a reminder that growth often comes from the hardest moments. As humans, we go through many stages—some good, some difficult. I carried the good with me and left “The Girl He Knew” behind, but without that dark time, I would have never discovered new parts of myself. Then came “I Gotta Run!”—about someone who seemed perfect on paper, but lacked the chemistry I knew I needed.
As I kept writing, I realized I wanted my music to go beyond relationships and capture a wider range of experiences. By mid-2024, I had enough material for an EP and initially planned a 2025 release. But personal challenges and slight depression, led me to pause. I wasn’t ready—I knew there was more to say, more to process, and more to create within that chapter of my life.
By the end of 2025, that pause turned into something bigger— a full album, which I now plan to release toward the end of 2026 titled “At The Centerfold”.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
One of the biggest challenges has been accepting that I can’t control how my music is perceived. Sharing something so personal comes with a level of vulnerability that isn’t always easy—but that’s also the beauty of it. Everyone connects to art in their own way, and once it’s out there, it no longer belongs just to me.
Another challenge has been on a personal level. In order to fully commit to music, I had to let go of certain people in my life who I knew would stand in the way of my growth. That was incredibly difficult. I’ve always valued the good times and believed in long-lasting relationships, so walking away meant sitting with that loss and being honest with myself about what I needed. It was painful, but it taught me that protecting my peace and my purpose sometimes requires making hard decisions.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I currently work in creative production and social media management for a large organization in South Florida—my day-to-day job alongside music. My role allows me to be hands-on in every stage of the creative process, from developing concepts and writing scripts to filming, editing, and recording voiceovers. It’s a space where I’ve been able to sharpen my eye for detail and learn how to tell stories that truly connect with people.
That love for storytelling naturally carries over into my music. Both mediums allow me to express emotion, capture moments, and create something meaningful, just in different ways. Music has become an extension of what I already do—another outlet where I can be more personal, more vulnerable, and explore my creativity on a deeper level. I’m incredibly grateful to pursue my goals and dreams through different forms of creative expression.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
You can reach me through my komi website: https://carolinasauer.komi.io
Social Media:
IG: @casauer
TikTok: @casauer
You can stream my music on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, and other streaming platforms!
