Talon Majors: From Troubled Teen to Inspiring Artist
Talon Majors, a musician and writer, channels her personal experiences into art that resonates with manny. Her latest song, Dream Weaver,
explores themes of first love and teenage struggles, topics also central to her upcoming memoir. Majors, who describes herself as a troubled teen industry survivor,
shares her journey of artistic expression and healing.
The Story Behind “Dream Weaver”
Majors describes Dream Weaver
as her first love song, and also the story of a first love.
The song delves into her experiences at Casa By The Sea,a behavior modification program. She explains that the facility was divided, with boys on one side and girls on the other, and interactions were limited to intense seminars
involving military style brainwashing and overt abuse.
Being trapped behind the walls of this torture camp, I was left to my thoughts. I focused on freedom and what I would do when I escaped… I wrote love letters to the boy on the other side of the barbed wire wall.The song encompasses our attraction,my obsession,broken promises,delusion and ultimately betrayal and heartbreak.
Talon Majors
Did you know?
Troubled teen industry (TTI) programs have faced increasing scrutiny for allegations of abuse and mistreatment. Survivors are using social media and other platforms to share their stories and advocate for change.
Message to Listeners
Majors hopes that anyone who has experienced heartbreak, lies and manipulation will here shades of themself in the lyrics and feel a sense of comfort between the bleeding lines.
She aims to provide solace and validation through her music.
“Watch Her Fall”: A Memoir of Survival
Majors’ upcoming memoir, Watch Her Fall,
is not just her story. She interviewed a dozen survivors from various TTI facilities. The writing process was challenging, triggering a severe PTSD episode. However, she persevered, driven by the stories of these survivors.
Kids die in these facilities, while the staff, owners and investors laugh all the way to the bank. Well, no more and certainly not on my watch.
Talon Majors
Pro Tip:
If you or someone you know has experienced trauma, seeking professional help is crucial. Therapy and support groups can provide a safe space for healing and recovery.
Finding Strength Through Art
Majors emphasizes that her creativity was essential for finding her voice and power. She felt compelled to use her talents to address vital issues.
I had to wait until the time was right, the world was ready and I was mentally and emotionally healed enough to do so. I remember sitting in that abuse camp thinking SOMEDAY….someday i will tell my story….someday I will make them pay….
Talon Majors
Musical Influences and Advice to Her younger Self
Influenced by 90s option and indie rock, Majors grew up listening to artists like Nirvana, Alanis Morissette, and No Doubt.If she could advise her teenage self, she would say: Everything you want to do is absolutely possible. DO IT. Hang in there, and get therapy asap!
Future aspirations and Message to the World
Looking ahead, Majors aims to continue writing, listening, and using her platform to help those in need. her message to the world is one of hope and validation:
You matter. Your story is important. It’s never too late to get therapy, heal and change the rest of your life. You are not alone… You are stronger than you think,even if it means surviving one second at a time.
Talon Majors
frequently Asked Questions
- What is “Dream Weaver” about? It’s a song about first love and experiences in a troubled teen program.
- What is “Watch Her Fall”? It’s talon Majors’ upcoming memoir featuring stories of TTI survivors.
- What is Talon Majors’ message? you matter,your story is important,and it’s never too late to heal.
