“I don’t make noise—I make movement. My sound creeps in soft, then leaves the whole room different. That’s what a hitmaker does.”
You decide who will win $50,000, appear in Rolling Stone, and perform at the Global Citizen Festival!
Who will perform at the Global Citizen Festival, appear in Rolling Stone, and take home $50,000?
Who or what is your musical inspiration?
My inspiration is me—because I’m living proof that pain can become poetry. I didn’t grow up chosen or celebrated, but music gave me purpose when nothing else did. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony sparked the journey, but it’s my own voice that drives the fire. I make music for those who feel unseen, unheard, and underestimated—because I was one of them.
How would performing at the Global Citizen Festival impact your career?
Performing at the Global Citizen Festival will be a game-changer for my career. It’s not just a stage—it’s an opportunity to share music that people need to hear, not just what they want. It’s about connecting with a global audience, using my platform for purpose, and taking my sound to new heights. This performance will open doors, build connections, and expand my influence—launching me into the next phase of my journey. This is just the beginning.
What would you do with $50,000?
I'll fix up my property, pay off my mom’s credit card—she kept us going when we had nothing. I’ll build a studio with top-tier production, secure my name, and give back by creating a full studio for someone else to create and enjoy. I’m not chasing clout—I’m building something real, staying grounded, and moving with purpose. This isn’t just for me. This is for every quiet voice waiting to be heard. #JGSS
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