1. For people just discovering you, how would you introduce yourself and your music as Meet Boooshman?
I'm an artist and a poet from around the way. I make what they call "Lux Rap" and what I call "Boom Trap". Amongst other cool sounds.
2. You were born in Bedford-Stuyvesant and raised between Crown Heights and Jamaica, Queens. How did those environments shape who you are, both personally and artistically?
It's gives me a large amount of pride being born where arguably the greatest rapper ever (The Notorious B.I.G.) and where Hip Hop's first billionaire (Jay-Z) are from.
Crown Heights was super dope, especially in the 90s. Getting into misadeventures with my cousins around the neighborhood. Hearing all the Mike Tyson stories in the streets, he was a wild boy. He tried to buy my aunt a car one time. A DJ use to live on the 1st floor my grandmother's building, he is to have that floor rocking, I think he was apart of he Boot Camp Click. And we can't forget about the West Indian Day Parade every year. Ah man you had to be there
Jamaica, Queens was dope too. Alot of people think Queens is quieter. It's not really. It's just sneakier. It was dope seeing G-unit's rise in a street level. Watching 50 go from mixtape rapper to Icon. The energy was something else. And later in life getting the chance to record out of Jam Master Jay's studio. The celebrities I've bumped into in there. The parties thrown there. Ah man y'all had to be there.
3. Your music carries a strong New York identity—raw, observant, and unapologetic. What do you feel separates your sound from other artists coming out of the city right now?
Well I think that's the thing about NYers. We naturally wanna separate ourselves and do it bigger and better than the last one who did. That's what it's all about. It's in the air.
4. When did you first realize music was something you wanted to pursue seriously?
Watching the scene from House Party where Kid N Play battles. I ain't understand what they doing but I knew I wanted to do it for the rest of my life. It was love at first sight or should I say "Love at first mic" lol
5. You’ve already earned recognition from platforms like Power 105 and ThisIs50. How did that exposure impact your confidence and motivation as an artist?
It confirmation I was on to something. Especially being from the city. Great practice for interviews lol I'm trying to get better at them.
6. Authenticity is a big part of your work. How important is it for you to stay honest in your lyrics, even when the stories are uncomfortable?
Your perspective is your great asset. If you don't tell your story, who will. Minds well be yourself, everyone else is taken.
7. How would you describe your creative process when you’re in the studio?
It's peace and chaos. It's like waiting for a volcano to eurupt and mineralize the soil.
8. What artists or experiences influenced you most while growing up in Brooklyn and Queens?
Nas, Mobb Deep, Jay-z...Ruff Ryders. Watching 100 motorcycles rode through the block was different
9. What message or feeling do you hope listeners take away the first time they hear your music?
I'm trying to restore the feeling lol Honestly, I just want people to be inspired and love poetry as much as I do.
10. How do you balance telling your personal story while still creating music that people everywhere can connect with?
Hmmm I think the more personal I get with my story the more people relate, ironically.
11. What has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far on your journey as an artist?
My nuggets lesson is enjoy the ride at every step. There's value in every step. Rushing through will make you miss it.
12. With your name continuing to circulate beyond the underground, what’s next for Meet Boooshman, and what can fans expect moving forward?
More music of course. More visuals. More shows. I use to podcast, I'm hoping for a way to include that if not then on to the next way to get off these thoughts.
Also your social media link or website link if you wanna add in it with 2 pictures please
https://www.instagram.com/meetboooshman?igsh=cDZ4MDc2Z2U5M3Z3
https://interceptmusic.ffm.to/dmjgky
