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Binny

BINNY is the moniker of Maryland born and bred musician Brian Lim. BINNY derives from the
Vietnamese name, Trá B nh, which means peace. Having sung before he could even talk, BINNY’s musicality
runs deep in his veins. Growing up in a family of musicians, the artist learnt piano from the early age of six,
before self-teaching the guitar and eventually onto songwriting.

Having worked with numerous artists and producers, BINNY soon decided to go it alone, enabling his music
to follow its true path and ultimately shine with authenticity. BINNY seeks inspiration from a multitude of
artists including Drake, Lolo Zouai, Celine Dion, Kim Petras, and Ariana Grande, pulling elements of the
soulful, R&B greats and powerhouse vocalists.

Leading single Retrograde details yearning to be with someone you shouldn’t and trying to fight the lure and
temptations. BINNY confides, I’ve definitely experienced being infatuated with someone that may not be the
best influence on me, but I’d risk it all to put them first. It’s inspired by the unexplainable reasons one may
continue a relationship that’s toxic. The songwriter is also keen on astrology, taking notes of behaviors
people have when Mercury is in retrograde, which plays a big part in the narrative. Sonically Retrograde
highlights impressive falsetto vocals, smooth, seductive lo-fi beats and silky R&B melodies, illustrating heart
and emotion.

Admitting how both listening and writing music is equally therapeutic, BINNY hopes that by conveying his
true emotions and thoughts may act as a form of medication for audiences. He also strives to represent Asian
American’s in pop culture and mainstream music, something that he feels lacks enough recognition. He
shares, I hope to be a part of that change and be inspiration for other Asian Americans who want to pursue
music.

BINNY is also a fashion enthusiast, using style to express himself. The singer shares, It’s also important for
me that my music is translated visually in what I’m wearing. Aside from songwriting, BINNY also grew up
doing theater in school and took part in numerous productions. In college, he was a part of an award-
winning a capella group that got to compete in the International Championships of Collegiate A Capella
(ICCA) on Broadway.

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