Atlanta-based comedian Nicole Blue got out of her own way to create a successful career path

On the “City Lights” series “Speaking of Comedy,” Atlanta’s funniest locals share insights on the perks and perils of their profession. This edition features Atlanta-based comedian Nicole Blue.

Blue first got into comedy after several years of doing Karaoke.

“I was in there tearing up all kinds of songs, making my own words to songs, and making people laugh. I was approached by a comedian who then asked me had I ever considered doing standup,” Blue says. “It went from one open mic to a book show to another book show, and it snowballed into something marvelous, and here I am today!”