Nathan Goho, known prominently by his artist name, GOHO, is an upcoming member of the music industry. Originating from Houston, Texas, GOHO’s sound reiterates the grungy trap vibe that’s risen in popularity these last few years, all while keeping his flow lyrical and playfully thoughtful. Below we’re invited to delve deeper into who GOHO is and what experiences, and ideals drive him as an artist.
Q:
Where are you from?
A:
I’m from Luanda, Angola of the coast of Africa, I moved to Houston, Texas in 08’
Q:
What and/or who was your main motivation for deciding to delve into
music as a passion and what are your daily drives for such a career.
A:
I started rapping really as a joke cuz I would always freestyle with my friends, but it’s become a outlet to let out how I feel.
I rap what I see, what I do, what I love, what I hate. It really depends on my mental at the time.
I’m the type of person who goes through phases/mood swings, so however I’m feeling at the moment might determine what I write about.
Q:
Can you describe the type of music that you make? What differentiates your music from others?
A:
I make music you can relax and smoke to or you could get lit to. I also love wordplay/bars, that’s the biggest thing.
It’s honestly what keeps me going because I’ll write a track and I’ll sit back and read the lyrics and be like damn how did I come up with that, I amaze myself sometimes.
I know it sounds corny but I like rapping at its truest form, fuck all the tools or drugs you got, I need music that makes me think, something that makes me actually pay attention to the lyrics.
Don’t get me wrong, I write about the same things as well, but when you’re talking about “rap” in simplicity, wordplay and bars are what make it.
My music is different because it its me.
I don’t follow a blueprint. I make my own way.
Q:
Who do you draw inspiration from? Any specific names? Any different genres?
A:
I draw inspiration from myself, my life, but musically a handful of the SoundCloud pioneers, like Carti, Fauni, RonSocold, Chief Keef, Maxo Kream, Wiz, Mac Miller, Kid Cudi.
I also listen to a lot of indie music like Beach House, Cigarettes After Sex, Mac Demarco, Tame
Impala.
EDM as well artists like Diplo, Carnage, Hardwell, Hippie Sabotage, Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Martin Solveig, etc.
Q:
As of right now who are your favorite artists or producers to work with?
A:
My favorite producers right now would probably be CHASETHEMONEY, & Southside. My favorite artists at the moment would be Lucki, Billie Eilish, Future, & Kodak Black.
Q:
What are some of the big goals you have for 2019 and beyond, any big named artists you are excited to work with?
A:
2019 so far hasn’t gotten off to a great start I’m not gonna lie.
It feels like the world is trying to bring me down. I feel suffocated. But I believe in myself and my craft and I know that big things are on the way I just cannot give up.
But in 2019 I’m expecting to gain a solid fan base, and hopefully be able to go on tour, my only dream is to have people sing along with me on stage.
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Listen to GOHO’s latest track below!