ZelThePrince

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I was born and raised in the Windy City of Chicago, IL and developed a deep passion for music at a very young age. I attended Central State University where I graduated in 2016 with a BA in Jazz Studies. I spent the last 9 years teaching myself how to produce my own beats, recording my vocals, and mixing and mastering my work; I'm the true definition of "Self-Made" because I do everything my myself, for myself. I am a real artist looking to bring back real music, and that's what I'm gonna do.

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

As Marvin Gaye once said, music is the soul of the man. It gives me life knowing that music will always be there when I need it.

What is your music dream?

To not really be famous, but recognized, nationally and internationally, for my music being that of inspiration to those who listened and found worth within themselves because of it.

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

Spreading a message of love, positivity, and equality.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Pete Rock & CL Smooth- They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Tupac, Biggie, Jay-Z, DMX, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., NF DOOM, Timberland, and Logic

What inspires you to make music?

My passion to talk about my experience of life on a beat

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Positivity, Love, and Equality

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

I feel like I’ve made it in a sense, especially when the people are rocking to my music as well. It’s been a long while since I’ve performed frfr.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Not getting the same recognition as those who are getting their music heard being mumble rappers

Share some awesome artists that we’ve never heard of.

Uncle Dadd, TopNotch Swave, OHG Jay, L-T Terror, Inikio, Castle Calhoun, Crypt, Scru Face Jean, Mr. EPIC, Stratosphere