Naomi Raine Solomon was born on April 9, 1987, in New York City, to parents Lawrence and Marissa Felder. Her musical journey began early: performing in her first concert at the age of 2 and writing her first song by 7 naomirainemusic.com.
Raised in a musical household, she was instilled with a prophetic
vision—to “bless the earth” through her voice. Music and writing became her
means of expressing faith, prayer, and communal hope.
Breakthrough with
Maverick City Music
Naomi began recording independently—releasing Heart Songs Vol. 1 &
2 (2015, 2017) and the live Back to Eden project in 2019.
In 2019, she joined Maverick City Music, contributing to their
raw, collaborative worship sound.
With Maverick City, Naomi's voice features on acclaimed songs such as:
- “The Story I’ll Tell”
- “Jireh” (with Chandler Moore)
- “Promises” (with Joe L. Barnes), a #1 Billboard song certified platinum
These tracks, among others, propelled Maverick City Music to Grammy,
Dove, Billboard, Stellar, and NAACP recognitions, with Naomi as a
central voice.
Solo Music &
Personal Vulnerability
Naomi released her debut solo album, Journey, in July 2022
via Tribl Records.
Known for transparent lyricism, Journey explores themes of mental
health, identity, and spiritual trust—underscored in the single “Not Ready”.
In June 2023, she released a live album, Cover the Earth (Live
in New York), featuring shepherding worship songs like “One Name
(Jesus)”, showcasing her depth as both a singer and a leader.
Continuing her momentum, Naomi released the empowering ballad “Be Glad” (May 2025), marking a season of gratitude, healing, and joyous perseverance.
Ministry, Leadership & Mentoring
Naomi serves as a Worship Pastor at Fresh Start Christian Center
in Mount Vernon, NY, and is the founder of Refraine Records/The Bridge
Collective, supporting upcoming creatives and independent artists.
She’s also a devoted mother of three—Apryl, Kayden, and Savion—and a
voice for mental health awareness, courageously weaving personal experience
into her artistry.
Awards &
Recognition
- Grammy Awards: Multiple wins including for Journey, Jireh, and Maverick City collaborations (e.g., Kingdom Book One)
- Billboard, Dove, Stellar &
NAACP Awards
- Featured in: Women’s Health, Forbes, The Christian Beat—recognized for her leadership, wellness advocacy, and musical excellence
Style, Heart &
Legacy
Naomi’s ministry is marked by raw authenticity, emotional
transparency, and humble leadership. She writes songs that serve as tools
of comfort—“public service”—aimed at reminding listeners they are not alone .
Her approach to music and ministry—rooted in collaboration,
vulnerability, and cultural relevance—reflects the inclusive vision of Maverick
City and inspires a new generation of worshippers.
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