Spirit in Motion: Cuauhtli Day on Music, Healing, and Community Connection

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A Conversation That Moved More Than Just Words

It’s not every Monday morning that the studio fills with something deeper than conversation—something you can feel. But that’s exactly what happened when Cuauhtli Day joined us live on Off the Record. From the jump, the energy shifted. We knew we were about to tap into something spiritual—something bigger than music.

We talked healing. We talked community. We talked legacy. And through it all, Cuauhtli reminded us: what we create isn’t just art—it’s energy.

“Music is always something I can fall back on. It’s been the one consistent space for me to express, process, and come back to myself.”

Setting the Vibe: Before the Interview

Before welcoming Cuauhtli Day into the studio, we took a moment to reflect on the power of music and movement as tools for healing and connection. We shared personal stories about how sound and rhythm can shift energy, reset your mindset, and bring peace in chaotic times.

Serenity shared: “Music and movement have always been ways I find peace and grounding, especially when life gets overwhelming. Today, I tapped into a podcast about emotional regulation—it reminded me how important it is to pause before reacting and check in with where emotions live in your body. Healing is messy, but self-compassion is the first step.”

Yazmin added: “For me, a song like ‘False Self’ by Willow Smith blends softness with strength. That energy of gentle vulnerability reminds us that transformation isn’t just okay—it’s beautiful. Music isn’t just background noise—it’s frequency. It shifts your whole mindset.”

Together, we spoke about how positive music influences brain chemistry, uplifts mood, and can ground your spirit.“Being intentional with what you listen to is self-care,” Serenity reminded listeners. “Choosing sounds that feed your soul—not just fill the silence.”

This reflective space set the perfect tone for our conversation ahead with Cuauhtli Day, an artist whose work is rooted deeply in healing, community, and ancestral spirit.

Cuauhtili Day performed verses from recent single titled "Luv it & idky" from his upcoming album "Wisdom & Wine" expected to release August 20, 2025 . 

The Name, the Meaning, the Balance

Cuauhtli shared that singing is how he heals emotionally, and movement is how he heals physically. His words weren’t rushed or rehearsed. They were intentional. And when he spoke of the responsibility of his name—Cuauhtli, meaning eagle in Nahuatl—you could feel the weight and grace he carries. Strength with softness. Message with motion.

“My name in the literal sense is Cuauhtli, which means eagle in Nahuatl. That eagle carries a lot of responsibility. In many teachings, eagles fly the highest—they’re messengers from the Creator. Spiritually, they bring messages. Physically, they’re resilient and tenacious. That’s what I’ve been really honing in on lately: that tenacity and resiliency.”

“My full name is Mazatl Cuauhtlapan. Mazatl means deer, and the traits of a deer are nobility and sensibility. It feels like a good balance for me—learning to be tenacious but also move with grace. Not always charging forward, but knowing when to pause and sense.”

You can find Cuauhtli Day on all music streaming platforms and on social media.