It’s hard to describe the Chrisette Michele sound. From Rick Ross’ “Aston Martin Music” to Musiq Soulchild’s “Ah Yeah,” the songstress clearly isn’t afraid to dabble in an array of genres.

Her gospel roots, vocal jazz education and chart-topping R&B and hip-hop records prove that she isn’t one to be put in a box either.

Gearing up for the release of her upcoming album, Milestone, the big-eyed beauty stopped by the EBONY office in Chicago to chat about her fresh single “Steady,” her Rich Hipster record label and much more.

Take a look at our on-camera interview below.