A. What influenced me to start making music would be my ADHD and bipolar tendencies. I suffer from bipolar disorder, and with that, I tend to act differently at times, and that made me want to use my problems in a form of art since that was my favorite class in school, on top of music class. I never joined band in High School, but I loved to hear them play at games or even in general. It inspired me to see people I knew being able to make such a beautiful sound from an instrument, which gave me the thought that I could also do what they do but in my own way that suits me. So I chose to become a musician, and I have to add church too, because the choir sounded so good it made me want to sing and show my vocal skills.
Q. Who would you say are your musical influences and why?
A. When it comes to music influences, I would say my biggest influence in music would be Lucki. The way he makes his pain into art inspired me to try to make people relate to the things I go through. I also have to add Lil Uzi Vert and Skaiwater because of the style they have and how unapologetic they are about their craft, which makes me want to do the same. The last inspirations I would say have to be Frank Ocean, Tyler, Rocky, and Wu-Tang Clan. I definitely have more, but that is just the blueprint of what inspires me to be a creative artist and even a person.
Q. What has been your biggest career highlight so far?
A. My most recent career highlight might have to be when one of my favorite artists, Mak Sauce, followed me on Instagram. That made me feel like I sound good enough to get attention from artists who have already made their way in the door. It really felt like a motivation booster for me. Even though it was just a follow, it made me realize I could be up one day too. My biggest accomplishment, I would say, would be when I had 148 listeners on Spotify, which meant a lot because I’m 19 and just started making music a year ago. So for me to get heard felt great.
Q. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
A. In five years, I see myself taking care of my family and friends. I’m big on helping when I can. I feel like the good you do most definitely returns eventually, so I don’t mind doing it. I also see myself on stages, performing and being successful. I love to perform; it feels therapeutic to see a crowd of people in one place listening to my work. Forget the riches and glory—I want my fans to feel loved and appreciated because I wouldn’t be able to do what I love without them.
Q. What is one message you have for your fans and supporters?
A. My message to my fans and supporters is, NEVER let anyone dim your light. The people you keep around you can impact your life either in good or bad ways, so make sure you hang around the ones who help and love you, not use you. Most importantly, stay humble. The things you do may not be seen by the world, but the man above sees all, so don’t be a terrible person expecting to get blessed.
