Jak Lizard, a New York City-based singer-songwriter, infuses his music with soulful positivity and vibrant energy. Raised in Long Island by a guitar-playing father and a former street-performing mother, alongside three musician brothers, Jak was immersed in a rich musical environment from an early age. Drawing inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, Sly and the Family Stone, and Bob Dylan, he crafts a unique blend of R&B, soul, and folk influences. Jak's music aims to uplift, offering a refreshing perspective that transforms life's challenges into messages of hope and joy. ([thefoxmagazine.com](https://thefoxmagazine.com/music/soul-pop-artist-jak-lizard-releases-colorful-and-sunny-ep-young-americana/?utm_source=openai))