How would you describe your sound or artistic style to someone hearing you for the first time?
My sound is all over but I would mostly describe myself as a 90s hip-hop theme.
When did you first realize you wanted to pursue music (or art) seriously?
I first realized I wanted to pursue music seriously was when I left my first College in 2016.
Who or what are your biggest influences, both musically and outside of music?
My biggest influencer is rapper Playboi Carti and basketball star LeBron James.
What story or message are you most passionate about telling through your work?
The story I am most passionate about telling is how I came up on a rough side of town and was able to beat that statistic of not making it but actually making it.
How does your personal life or background shape your creative process?
I know I am creative and I carry that in the way I dress, talk, and appear on society. My background is fully tailored to me and no one can use my story. My background gives me leverage on my creativity and unique story telling. My viewpoints are legit.
Can you walk us through your creative process from idea to finished project?
I start off my creative process by jotting down ideas by brainstorming. When I fully come up with a finished project it is circled and I have an outline explaining what it entails.
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far as an emerging artist?
The biggest challenge I face as an emerging artist is staying consistent when life gets tough and staying on top of my hopes and dreams.
What moment in your journey made you feel like this could really become something big?
I know that artist need recognition and if I want to be seen and recognized as a superstar, I have to make steps towards that goal. This can change my display as an artist and this could boost my credibility.
How do you balance staying authentic while also thinking about growth and visibility?
I try to stay true to my authentic self as much as possible. If I have to grow, I will definitely gear towards that goal. If I have to try new things I am open to it, but staying authentic is always ideal.
What themes or emotions do you find yourself returning to in your work?
The themes that I find myself returning to in my work is happiness and being optimistic. Music is very therapeutic and I do not waste time getting angry. There may be some sad songs or sometimes anger, but I tend to stay happy and optimistic.
How do you handle creative blocks or moments of self-doubt?
I tend to push through creative blocks and moments of self-doubt. It can be rough and challenging but finishing the project is always the ideal goal.
What sets you apart from other artists coming up right now?
I tend to utilize other artist methods and incorporate them in my own work. However, I tend to utilize every single detail of my lifestyle and put it in my work. How legit can I really be?
Is there a song, project, or piece of work that feels especially personal to you? Why?
I think all my work is personal to me because I talk about my true authentic self. I will say that I really like the song College. I remember writing it down and preparing for school and every work and rhyme coming out naturally. I did not look up any words and do any sampling, I just wrote what came to heart.
How do you connect with your fans, and what do they mean to you at this stage of your career?
I really don’t connect with my fans but I see them on social media. Fan support is everything and they will help you learn and grow. Pay attention to comments they could really be true. One on ones are great too; Actually talking to the fans and getting advice is always ideal as a developing superstar. Know what the market likes and know what the market do not like.
What role does social media play in your artistic journey?
Social media plays an important role in my artist journey. This is how most businesses grow on. Everything is digital. I want to grow from there and continue to expand. If 41% of sales come from Instagram I will grow from there. If 31% of sales come from Facebook, I will grow from there.
What have you learned about yourself since starting to share your work publicly?
I knew that I can make money off my music once I found a streaming platform. I knew I did not have to rap for free anymore. I knew that I had to stay consistent and keep my account growing consistently. If that means dropping music consistently, I will do so. If that means signing a deal I will do. You can do this on social media because social media makes yourself public.
If you could collaborate with any artist right now, who would it be and why?
If I could collab with any artist it would be Playboi Carti because of his smooth personality flashy fashionable lifestyle matches my characteristics. I like money, fashion, and women. He raps about that a lot and he believes in my lifestyle. We can learn and grow together.
What can listeners or viewers expect from your upcoming releases?
Listeners and viewers can expect growth and development. A realistic lifestyle and long-term story telling. I came up with what I had and what I am going to do to continue to grow with it. My word play will be stronger, my voice will be more pungent, and my music will have a sense of urgency. My upcoming releases will be superb.
Where do you see yourself creatively and professionally in the next few years
I see myself signing a deal and making more tracks than I ever have. I want to do more radio show interviews and obtain a lot of features. I want to meet my favorite music superstars and hopefully do business with them. I want to push towards a Grammy and selling out shows.
