First and foremost I want to thank Paypa and his management for taking the time out of their busy schedule to give us an exclusive interview. Paypa has been making moves this past year and were looking forward for his upcoming mixtape Tunnel Vision 2 to drop hopefully before the year ends. Interview after the jump…
1. What artist has influenced you the most in your career?
Jay-Z, Andre 3000, and Common. They’re all one of a kind. Jay is
very versatile and respected as both an artist and business man.
Andre 3000’s style is crazy and I love how that just works. Common is
a dope rapper and also and acts. Acting is something I’d like to get
into as well.
2. How did you get started in the business as an artist?
I got my start in the business by writing for other artists.
It kept some change in my pocket. And kept my writing sharp.
3. What does your skill set compose of: For example are you just an
artist or do you produce, write or play any instruments?
I’m a artist as well as a song writer. I have a team of
producers I work with that make it all come to life.
4. Tell us about your first performance and how did you feel as an
artist during and after the performance?
I feel like I grew up performing. I use to go to rap battles
all the time, and just murder dudes in front of lots of people so when
I was on stage for the first time, I was quite comfortable.
5. What is your new or recent project that has been released or
will be released soon?
Earlier this summer I dropped “Tunnel Vision” witch was a huge
success. I’m currently working on “Tunnel Vision 2 (Ramadan Season)”
as well as cooking up my debut album “Feel Good Music”
6. Where can people hear your music online or see videos of past
performances?
My website paypatime.com as well as my youtube channel
paypatime.com/paypamusic is the best place to stay current with me.
I’m ALWAYS in the studio and am always posting stuff.
7. In what direction do you see you career heading in the next year?
Im focused on making my mark at this point. I want to put out
good music that the people can relate to and connect with. That’s
what’s important.
8. Any previous or upcoming collaborations with artists or producers?
I’ve been working with producers such as Bink, Malay, no ID,
Kev da khemist, and more. I’m excited to let people hear it.
9. When is your next show (place, time and date)
That’s in the works right now. My tour management company ICM
is planning out a national tour, so keep an eye out!
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