A conversation with Tania Turtureanu about the song “Love Me” and her journey in music

Interview with Tania Turtureanu about her inspiration, the success of the song “Love Me” and how authenticity defines her musical career.

Tania Turtureanu is a singer and songwriter, an artist who has built her path in music through authenticity, sensitivity, and a deep connection with her audience. Through her songs, she transforms emotions and life experiences into musical stories that reach directly into people’s hearts.

C&B: How did your story with music begin and what made you pursue an artistic career?

Tania: My story with music started very early. There was always music playing in our home, and my mother used to sing to me often. I first stepped on stage at the age of 6–7, and from that moment I felt it was love at first appearance. I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember, but for a long time I wasn’t sure I would necessarily turn it into a profession. It took half a year of studying economics for me to truly realize that music is my path and to choose it once and for all. Because, in the end, there is no more beautiful profession than one driven by passion.

C&B: What was the most difficult moment in your journey and how did you overcome it?

Tania: The most difficult moment came, paradoxically, after the release of the song “Love Me.” Out of nowhere, a huge wave of attention and admiration appeared, and along with it came the fear of whether I would be able to write such songs again and live up to people’s expectations. Even today, these thoughts still come up sometimes, but every time I remind myself why I make music, everything becomes clear again.

C&B: Is there a dream or ambition that has always guided you?

Tania: I have always felt that my voice and the way I write and sing are a gift from above. Of course, there is also a lot of work and experience gathered over the years, but beyond all that, I believe it is a gift. My desire has always been to share this gift with people and to leave something beautiful and meaningful behind. At the same time, I want to be an example of a fulfilled, peaceful, and happy person for my children.

C&B: What did releasing your first songs mean to you?

Tania: Releasing my first songs felt more like a game, a challenge for myself. I never imagined that “Love Me” would have such an impact. Shortly after, “How Beautiful” and “What Do You Want” followed, songs that were also very well received by the audience. I think one of the reasons they reached people is that I didn’t start with the intention of making hits, but rather enjoyed the creative process like a child. I wrote with enthusiasm and curiosity, searching within my inner world and sharing what I found there with others. Even now, I don’t limit myself to a single musical style—most of the time, the lyrics dictate the melody and the genre.

C&B: What would your collaborators say about you?

Tania: I think the guys in my band know me best. We’ve toured together and they’ve seen me in all kinds of situations—from my calmest and gentlest side to moments of impulsiveness. But beyond everything, I believe my people know that I am always there for them and that they can count on me. It’s not always easy with me, but it is definitely interesting and, I hope, worth it.

C&B: How did the song “Love Me” come about?

Tania: The song “Love Me” came after a phone call in which I was told: “I love you. Let’s talk tomorrow when I get home.” I simply replied, “Love me,” and hung up. From that moment on, I never answered that person’s messages or calls again. “Love Me” was actually the ending point of that relationship. It was a toxic relationship, but one from which I learned a lot and which helped me discover important things about myself.

When I wrote the song, I didn’t think about listeners or success. I thought about myself. In fact, that’s how I write all my songs—as if I were writing them for myself or for my children, without thinking whether they will be liked or not.

C&B: How did the audience react to this song?

Tania: The audience’s reaction was extraordinary and unexpected for me. Coming from a cover band, I wasn’t prepared for so much attention and appreciation, and at first I didn’t even know how to handle it. What impressed me the most was seeing the age range the song reached: I received videos of 2–3–4-year-old children singing “Love Me,” and at concerts I saw women in their 60s and 70s singing it with me. Everyone understands the song through their own experience, but one thing is clear: we all want to be loved.

C&B: Where do you draw your inspiration from?

Tania: Most of the time, my inspiration comes from my own life—my feelings, my past and present, but also my dreams and imagination. Sometimes I also write inspired by the stories of people around me, friends or even strangers whose experiences have left a mark on me. Life, with all its beauty and unpredictability, is my greatest source of inspiration.

C&B: What does a typical day look like for you?

Tania: A typical day for me starts with preparing breakfast for my children and taking them to school. After that, I go for a run in the park, and later I either write or go to shoots or rehearsals. A good part of the day is dedicated to creation and my thoughts, and in the afternoon I pick up my children from school and we continue our activities together. I always make time for moments of solitude, because that’s when I write best.

The most beautiful moment of the day, however, is in the evening, when I hold my children close and we fall asleep peacefully together.

C&B: What values guide you?

Tania: I was born in the countryside and grew up among people who shared both the good and the bad. I used to go to church on Sundays with my grandmother, and these experiences instilled in me the values I grew up with: kindness, respect, love, humility, justice, gratitude, dignity, inner freedom, courage, and, of course, discipline. These are the values my parents planted in me during my early years, and they still guide me today.

C&B: How do you interact with your fans?

Tania: I have a special love for the people who come to my concerts and listen to my music, because in my view, we artists exist as long as there are people who listen to us. That’s why I am very grateful to them. Every time I step on stage, I give everything I have and share everything I feel with them, and when I receive the same warmth and sincerity in return, I feel that what I do has meaning.

If I manage to touch even one soul, to bring it peace and make it more courageous and confident through my music, then I know I am doing what I am meant to do on this earth.

C&B: What projects do you have planned?

Tania: My goal is, above all, to live a beautiful and peaceful life, in love and kindness, alongside my children and loved ones. Music is one of my great passions and, at the same time, an important mission for me. However, I don’t write songs on an assembly line and I don’t rush to release music just because it’s expected of me. I let myself be guided by intuition and what I feel.

I have a few unreleased songs that will come out when the time is right.

On May 8, I will perform a concert at Sala Palatului, followed by a small diaspora tour in five cities, also in May. For the rest of the year, many other concerts and festivals await me, which I look forward to with joy.

More than anything, I want to enjoy this journey and the creative process, which I consider a gift and a blessing.

C&B: What advice would you give to young artists?

Tania: I think the first thing they should ask themselves is what their purpose is and why they want to sing or write. It’s important to be as honest as possible with themselves when answering this, and based on that, to choose their path.

In art, in my opinion, success should not be the main goal, but sincerity. The more honest you are with yourself, the more authentic your work becomes and the more easily it reaches people.

At the same time, a lot of discipline, consistency, and hard work are needed. Talent, gift, or luck are not enough.

C&B: How do you see your artistic evolution in the coming years?

Tania: I want to keep the same enthusiasm, the same sense of wonder and joy toward the creative process, and not get too tired along the way. For me, it’s important to maintain balance, to take on only what I can handle, and to stay grounded, guided by truly important values.

I usually don’t talk much about my future plans—I prefer to let them happen first.

In a world where success is often measured in numbers and visibility, Tania Turtureanu’s journey remains a lesson in sincerity, balance, and the courage to stay true to one’s own voice. Beyond the stage and the applause, the artist is building her path with patience, guided by strong values and a genuine desire to convey emotion. Perhaps it is precisely this sincerity that allows her music to resonate so deeply with people.