I’m dedicated and hardworking just want the world to here me one day
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Who or what is your musical inspiration?
I grew up in a family where rap was part of our everyday life. My cousins would freestyle in the basement, turning pain into lyrics, and that’s where I fell in love with music. It was raw, honest, and it made me feel seen. When G Herbo first came out, everything changed. His music sounded like home—like everything we were going through but didn’t know how to say. I looked up to him because he rapped with purpose, and that showed me I could do the same. Growing up wasn’t
How would performing at the Global Citizen Festival impact your career?
Performing at the Global Citizen Festival would be a major milestone for me as an 18-year-old artist from Chicago. It’s more than just a stage—it’s a global platform to share my story, inspire others, and show that someone from my background can make it. This opportunity would not only elevate my career but also give real meaning to everything I’ve worked for
What would you do with $50,000?
I would invest 20k in my music career I would give 10k to my mom to invest and to thank her for what she has done for me and the rest I would use to move me and my family out of the hood.
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