BIO
ABOUT
Artiste, Writer, Producer are just a few of the hats worn by Mical Teja Williams, known
professionally as “Mical Teja or Teja”. Hailing from the humble community of Gonzales
in the twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago a musical genius emerged!
From childhood to adulthood his passion and love for music has evolved into a
successful business and career. It is significant to note that one of his first writing
opportunities came at the tender age of fifteen (15), where he penned the song titled
“Carry On” for Soca superstar Destra Garcia, which went on to place in the International
Soca Monarch Finals in Trinidad and Tobago.
Since then, he has produced and written music for a multitude of performers across the
Caribbean such Machel Montano, Kevin Lyttle, Kerwin Du Bois, Kes The Band,
Shurwayne Winchester, Patrice Roberts, Nailah Blackman and much more.
Mical Teja is also known as the producer behind Olatunji's “Bodyline” which set stages
ablaze on the famous “The X-Factor” and as a result he has already been recognised
for his contributions to the local art form with a Cultural Award.
Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2023 truly proved to be a breakout year for Mical with his
two hit singles, Hall of Fame and Mas “Come Again”. Mical proved to be a staple within
the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2023 Calendar and he gained further recognition
regionally and internationally which led to many notable opportunities such as an
extremely successful Tour Season. Mical was able to showcase his undeniable talent
with performances throughout the United States of America, Toronto, Canada and
several Caribbean islands. The highlights of his 2023 Tour Season was being booked to
perform as far as Japan for the Japan Soca Weekend, The Cariwest Arts Festival in
Edmonton, Canada and headlining Caribbean Night of the International Arts and Ideas
Festival in New Haven, Connecticut which also boasted of a star studded cast such as
the Grammy Award winning Angelique Kidjo and Jon Secada. Mical has truly surpassed
many expectations and continues on a path of continued growth in order to achieve the
true zenith of his success.
The Artiste
In the year 2020, Mical Teja solidified himself as a performing Artiste. His hit song
“Birthday”has become a cultural staple, as the official song for anyone celebrating life.
He broke-through to the International Soca Monarch Finals with another hit song,
“Bumper Murder; a collaboration with soca veteran Kerwin DuBois. This is where he
fully launched himself as Mical Teja the Artiste.
Teja, motivated and driven to achieve continued growth and success as a performing
Artiste created the “24hr Riddim” in 2021. Here, he wrote and produced all four (4)
tracks on the said Riddim but it was his collaboration “Honrin First” with Viking Ding
Dong that stood out amongst the rest. This song was a major success which placed
them 3 rd in the 2021 International Soca Monarch Competition “The Monarch”.
Mical Teja is not limited by genre or trend. This is identified by his songs “Flava” and
“Romantic” which form part of the Afro Soca genre of music. He aims to appeal to the
masses worldwide with the music he creates and performs.
Mical also played a very instrumental role during the early stages of the Covid-19
pandemic and its arrival to Trinidad and Tobago by releasing his song titled “Strength of
God” which was used to uplift and bring hope to the people of the nation and by
extension the world during such trying times.
Mical Teja creates music not only for singing along, dancing and enjoyment but also for
motivation and confidence building in the person that listens to the music he creates. He
takes his time to craft the verses of his songs and to send various messages through
his music in a humorous and fun manner which can be easily enjoyed by any person
and age group across the world.
Trinidad and Tobago is known as the birthplace of the steelpan, calypso and soca
music, carnival and so much more. It is also home to some of the greatest cultural icons
in the Caribbean. Mical Teja’s “Hall of Fame” pays homage to the icons of Trinidad and
Tobago that paved the way for artistes such as himself to have a platform to create,
express and positively impact the people of a nation through music. The song also gives
people a sense of hope knowing that despite the recent global changes that occurred
things are slowly but surely getting back to a place of normalcy.
MAS is the freedom to be! From the spirit of the Moko to the boldness of the Jab or the
pride of the Jammette. We in our own unique way identify with the portrayal and spirits
embedded in these characters. It’s as though on those two days of the greatest show on
earth who we truly are comes alive through an explosion of colour, culture and
character.
In the year 2022, Mical Teja released his song “Dingolay” featuring Nailah Blackman.
This song became a staple for the re-emergence of Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago
stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic. The song was an instant hit locally and across
the Caribbean, however it has travelled even further to countries such as Australia and
Japan making it an international success.
The Activist
Mical Teja is a Caribbean innovator, a young creative leader, and is set to take the
world by storm. He is also a part of the “Community Re-Developers” an NGO focused
on infrastructure projects in communities, skills training, and more. Mical recently
worked with his NGO on restoring the Kailash Mandir in Gonzales, Port of Spain.
The Writer & Producer
Dingolay
Mical Teja’s 2022 hit “Dingolay” featuring Nailah Blackman was reveled far and wide
from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago to Fiji and beyond.
Mind My Business
Mical Teja is also instrumental as the writer of Patrice Roberts major hit “Mind my
Business”. This song is internationally acclaimed and is being sung and enjoyed by
celebrities such as Michelle Williams of Destiny’s Child and much more.
Shake The Place Ft. Nicki Minaj
Some say a timeless classic that just missed out on the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival
2023 Road March. This song was co-written and produced by Mical and continues to
make waves throughout the Carnival circuit worldwide.
2024 Releases
DNA
The cultural identity and patriotism of both Trinbagonian and Caribbean people can be
heard in Mical Teja’s melodious and sweet rhythms of DNA. He describes in perfect
detail how we celebrate, express ourselves and the uniqueness that makes us who and
what we are. He creates that euphoric atmosphere whilst also singing in a poetic tone
that strikes on the heart strings of the listener from the line of the song. From the mix of
live instrumentation with a futuristic pop like feel, DNA has all the emotions as the
perfect pick me up song to get your day started.
RUNAWAY
Mical Teja’s melodious contribution “Runaway” was created as an escape for anyone
experiencing the daily mental or physical challenges of life and wishes to leave their
troubles behind even if it’s just for a few minutes to achieve some form of relief. This
relief is achieved by his use of simple, calming lyrics with an easily remembered tagline
“ Ah Need A Lil Runaway!”
When you pop in your headphones or turn your radio up to listen to this song you can
find yourself entering that sweet escape where all your worries and stress are left
behind and you are at a place of peace, comfort and fulfillment.
The song has quickly become an anthem and motivator for foreigners all over the world
who love to participate and enjoy the Greatest Show on Earth “Trinidad and Tobago
Carnival”. The song gives them further encouragement to get their tickets, pack their
bags and Runaway to be a part of a most memorable and fulfilling experience! It is an
experience like no other and each and every year without fail persons are able to enjoy
a country so rich in cultural traditions, food and so many more enlightening experiences
that the island offers during their stay!
The name of the female lead character who the storyline of the song is built upon pays
homage to one of Trinidad and Tobago’s late cultural icons “Explainer”.