We recently had the chance to connect with Pranysqa Mishra and have shared our conversation below.
Pranysqa, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. Are you walking a path—or wandering?
“I’m walking a path, not wandering. Each achievement—from AGT’s Golden Buzzer to global stages and media—feels like climbing another mountain. I began this journey very young, and though I’ve reached great heights, my true summit still lies ahead.”
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Pranysqa Mishra, and I’m a 11-year-old singer who discovered my love for music at a very young age. My journey has already taken me to some incredible places—winning the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent, becoming the first child in history to open the US Open with the National Anthem, and being honored with the Global Child Prodigy Award at the UK Parliament in London. I’ve also had the chance to headline in Las Vegas at MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay, and perform at some of the world’s biggest sporting events. Along the way, my story has been featured on Good Morning America, CNBC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CBC and many more, reaching audiences across the USA, UK, India, Canada, Germany, and beyond.
What makes my path special is that I don’t just sing songs—I try to bring emotion, connection, and storytelling into every performance. Music feels like both my gift and my purpose, and while I’m humbled by all that has happened so far, I know I’m still only at the beginning of this journey, with many more milestones to reach.”
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was just a little girl who loved singing to my grandma, my parents, and my family at home. Those were my very first audiences, and they made me feel like my voice mattered. Even now, with everything that has happened—the Golden Buzzer, the US Open, the Global Child Prodigy Award—I still feel like that same little girl. The only difference is that my family has grown bigger. Today, when I sing on a stage or for thousands of people around the world, it feels like I’m still singing to my grandma and my loved ones, only now the world has become part of that family. I know I have a long journey ahead, but I’m walking it with the same heart and love for music that I had when I first started.”
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
“No, I’ve never thought of giving up. My dad has always told me that you learn the most when you fail, and I’ve had to face many failures along the way—definitely more than the successes people see on the outside. And yes, it hurts. But every single morning I wake up with the same energy, the same hope, and the same dream burning inside me. My dad is my pillar, my philosopher, my guide, my friend, and also my toughest critic. He reminds me that perseverance is the real key to success, and that one day, if I keep going, I’ll find myself on the other side of all the struggles. So, for me, this journey isn’t just about the big moments—it’s about the everyday story of falling, standing back up, and moving forward with even more determination than before.”
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
A cultural value I protect at all costs is respecting my elders and staying connected to my traditions. My parents always remind me that no matter where life takes me, I should never forget my culture and the lessons it carries. At home, we celebrate festivals together, cook traditional food, pray as a family, and share stories that have been passed down. Those moments make me proud of where I come from.
I believe respecting elders is not just about good manners, it’s about honoring the wisdom and sacrifices that came before me. My culture also teaches me the importance of giving back—whether it’s through music, kindness, or helping my community. For me, success is not just about being on stage, it’s about using my voice and my journey to inspire others and to make people feel seen, loved, and valued. That’s something I’ll always carry with me, no matter how far I go.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
“I started humming before I spoke my first words, and I’ve never stopped. Music isn’t what I do—it’s who I am.”
I truly believe I am doing what I was born to do—not what I was told to do. Music has always been a part of me. My parents tell me I started humming before I even spoke my first words. Some of my earliest memories are of standing in front of my mom and singing as if the whole world was listening. I still remember being four years old and seeing a stage for the very first time. I cried, not because I was scared, but because something inside me pulled me toward it. In that moment, I knew I wanted to be up there. Every time I see a stage, even now, there’s a voice deep inside me that says, ‘This is where you belong. This is what you were born for.’
I also know this lane is very crowded. There are so many singers, so many dreamers, all chasing the same spotlight. Sometimes I wonder, what if I can’t make it? That thought can feel heavy, but the truth is, I can’t imagine being anything else. Music is not just something I do—it’s the only thing I’ve ever known. It’s my way of breathing, of speaking, of being alive. Even in my doubts, I find clarity, because every note I sing reminds me that this is my path.
So no, I’m not doing what anyone told me to do. I’m following the voice I’ve carried inside me since I was a little girl, the voice that whispers to me every time I step onto a stage. And I know I’ll keep following it for the rest of my life
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.singwithpranysqa.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pranysqa.mishra/?hl=en
- Twitter: https://x.com/pranysqam?lang=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pranysqamishra/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLYFaEDsLtTTE3khb_sA0JQ
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/pranysqa-mishra
- Other: Wikipedia- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pranysqa_Mishra
