Because nobody’s doing what I do. I rap and shred guitar live, self-produce everything and am creating my own theme and branding.
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Who or what is your musical inspiration?
My biggest inspiration comes from both rappers and bands — I grew up on artists like Lil Uzi Vert and XXXTentacion, but also loved bands like Falling in Reverse and the Ramones. That mix of energy, emotion, and rebellion shaped how I create.
How would performing at the Global Citizen Festival impact your career?
It would be a moment of proof — not just to the industry, but to myself. I’m a fully independent artist who writes, produces, and performs everything, and I’ve been building my sound from scratch. Performing at Global Citizen would amplify what I’ve been doing alone in my room to a world stage. It would show that artists who break rules and cross genres can still make an impact when given the platform — and I’d use that moment to connect with people who’
What would you do with $50,000?
I’d invest most of it into building long-term freedom — starting with smart trading, which I’ve been learning as a way to sustain myself independently. That would give me the foundation to reinvest heavily into my music: better equipment, top-tier mixing and visuals, and the ability to travel and perform. I’m not just trying to drop songs — I’m building a whole world, and this funding would help me create something bigger than just music.
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