PE$O PAT is a rising star in the underground rap scene, known for his unique style and captivating sound. His creative journey began when he ordered a midi keyboard and downloaded FL Studios with the intention of becoming a beat producer. Despite struggling to understand how to use it, he turned to YouTube for guidance and found his passion for creating music. Since then, he has been perfecting his craft and consistently producing some of the most captivating music in recent years.
What sets him apart from other rappers in the underground scene is his ability to draw inspiration from a variety of sources. He takes influence from music and hobbies he enjoys, which helps shape his sound. He values flow over lyrics, making sure to keep a cadence that he feels comfortable with. He believes that cadence is a crucial aspect of music, and he always strives to keep it diverse and fresh.
As with any creative field, challenges arise, and he has faced his fair share. One of the most significant obstacles he's encountered in his music career is finding beats that inspire him. However, he's constantly on the lookout for new producers to collaborate with and is always open to new sounds. He believes that collaboration is an essential part of the music industry and enjoys working with other creatives.
His creative vision is shaped by his love of wrestling, which he grew up watching. The entertainment and creativity that the WWE provided brought a different type of charisma to him. He also values quality, which turns him into a perfectionist at times. He strives for excellence in everything he does and ensures that every aspect of his music is top-notch.
When it comes to his creative process, he starts with the right beat. Once he hears the melody, he throws a line or flow to get started. More often than not, he mumbles the flow he gets and comes back to write words that fit. Occasionally, he'll write out the complete song before recording. He believes that his creative process is unique and that it helps him produce some of the most captivating music in recent years. Live performances are a massive part of what makes music so powerful, and he believes that the most important aspect of a successful live performance is having stage presence, interacting with the audience, and leaving a lasting impression. He ensures that he's well-rested and present for shows and always strives to deliver the best performance possible.
To stay motivated and inspired, he fights through procrastination. If he stumbles upon a good beat pack, he'll write until he's out of ideas. If he has writer's block, he takes a break and uses his creative thinking on other ideas like clothing or visuals. He believes that it's crucial to keep pushing forward and to never give up on his dreams.
Looking to the future, he is excited to see virtual performances in the rap industry. He embraces technology and is interested in seeing next-level experiences. He aims to create music that he likes and believes is great, making positive connections with great people and making a difference. His goals for the future include staying consistent and evolving not only as an artist but also as a person. He plans to showcase his creativity in upcoming projects, including new sounds, merch, and visuals.
For aspiring rappers, he advises them to keep learning, not only in terms of artistry but also to understand the business. He encourages them to stay consistent and to plan their releases. He believes that it's essential to stay true to oneself and to always strive for excellence.
In conclusion, his unique sound and passion for creating music have set him apart in the underground rap scene. His diverse range of influences has helped him shape his sound and create something truly unique. His love of wrestling, his commitment to quality, and his dedication to his craft have helped him produce some of the most captivating music in recent years. He remains committed to staying true to himself and creating music that he believes is great. With virtual performances on the horizon, he's excited to see what the future holds as he continues to grow and evolve as an artist.
Could you tell us a little bit about your background and how it led you to become an underground rapper? Did you grow up in a particularly musical family, or was it something you discovered on your own?
I originally wanted to be a beat producer. One day I ordered a midi keyboard and downloaded FL Studios. After days of not being able to understand how to use it. I decided to search on YouTube, “how to layout a song”. After time it became 2nd nature and became a passion. I still plan to make beats in the future.
When it comes to your music style, what sets you apart from other rappers in the underground scene? What unique influences or experiences do you draw from that shape your sound?
I take a lot of influence from music and the hobbies I enjoy. When it comes to my sound, I try to keep it a cadence that I feel comfortable with and stick to flow first, lyrics later most of the time.
In any creative field, there are always challenges that arise. What have been some of the biggest obstacles you've faced in your music career so far, and how have you overcome them?
One challenge I tend to face is finding beats. Every now and then I’ll come upon new producers where I’ll write to 10 of their beats. Some days I get inspired by 1. If you are a producer with ill beats, Let’s connect.
It's clear from your music that you're influenced by other rappers and artists, but what other genres or forms of media have inspired you over the years? Are there any books, films, or visual artists that have played a big role in shaping your creative vision?
Growing up I was really into wrestling. Just the creativity and entertainment the WWE provided, brought a different type of charisma to me. And my respect for quality turns me into a perfectionist at times.
Could you walk us through your creative process when you're writing and recording new music? Do you have any particular rituals or routines that help you get into the right mindset?
Personally it all starts off with the right beat. Once I hear the melody I try to throw a line or flow to get me started. More than likely if I’m recording from scratch I’ll mumble the flow I get then come back and write words to fit. Occasionally I’ll write out the complete song before actually recording.
Collaboration is a big part of the music industry, and you've worked with a number of other artists on various projects. How do you approach working with other creatives, and what do you look for in a potential collaborator?
I'm not only a supporter, but also a fan of music and the art. If you got a dope sound or unique style creatively, I wanna see you strive. It motivates me to see others flourish. If you about ya work and cool people why not collab.
There's no denying that live performances are a huge part of what makes music so powerful. What do you consider to be the most important aspect of a successful live performance, and how do you prepare for shows?
I’m an optimist so an artist getting on stage, especially to an unfamiliar crowd is successful to me. As far as performance, make sure you're well rested and present. Interact with the audience, have stage presence. Be sure to introduce yourself and leave an impression.
As an artist, it's important to stay motivated and inspired to create new music. What strategies do you use to maintain your creativity and push through creative blocks?
I like to fight through procrastination. If I stumble upon a good beat pack, I’m writing til I’m out of ideas. Other times If I have writer's block, I make sure to give myself a break, and use my creative thinking on other ideas like clothing or visuals.
The rap industry is constantly evolving, and it can be tough to stay ahead of the curve. How do you see the industry changing in the next few years, and what steps are you taking to ensure that you continue to grow and evolve as an artist?
I foresee virtual performances in the future. I embrace technology and am very interested to see next level experiences. Nothing will beat in person interaction, and I do believe originality will triumph. I make sure to make music I like and create what I truly believe is great.
Looking back on your career so far, what do you consider to be your biggest accomplishment as a rapper? What goals do you have for the future, both short-term and long-term?
Releasing music by far has been the biggest accomplishment for myself. I spent a while keeping to myself and I’m glad I’ve grown to be able to share. A goal of mine is staying consistent and evolving not only as an artist but a person. I want to make great connections with great people and make a positive difference.
Balancing a music career with personal life can be challenging. How do you prioritize self-care and mental health while still staying on top of your creative work?
I know when to step away and take a break but I enjoy making music. I always keep a headset with me and try to create everyday, even if it’s for a couple of minutes.
For aspiring rappers who are just starting out in the industry, what advice would you give them? What do you wish you had known when you were first starting out?
I’ll say to keep learning not only artistry but understand the business. Stay consistent and plan your releases.
What can fans expect from your upcoming projects, and what are you most excited about in your music career right now? Are there any collaborations or ideas in the works that you're particularly excited about?
I’ve been working on a lotta new sounds. Couple of projects are gonna be dropping including merch and visuals. I'm just gaining more experience and plan to showcase my creativity in a couple projects. Keep up with me on IG to stay updated. (@Haute_Lyfe)