My name is Texas Rippa and I was born for greatness failure is NOT an option. Even though I rap about it, I wasn’t raised in the hood or anything like that, yet I have always gravitated toward the streets. I didn’t choose the streets the streets chose me. I’ve been in love with music for as long as I can remember. My parents said I was singing and dancing before I was walking and talking. My love for music didn’t start with hip-hop either. My first true love is actually R&B. I used to spin my mom’s Prince and Isley Brothers records. One of my favorite songs and albums still to this day is Purple Rain.
Making music has always been therapeutic for me and gives me a chance to tell my story, my way. Plus, the fact that Texas Rippa is my favorite rapper doesn’t hurt either. So being the biggest fan of Texas Rippa I’m rooting for him to succeed. For me, success is achieved through passion and love for what you do. I have a unique play with rhyming.
My topics are also a little different as well because I talk about my life a lot. Which is REALLY different. Also, I normally rhyme words that other people wouldn’t think of using. I’m always polishing my voice and can manipulate it a lot when I’m recording, so when I’m on a track you automatically know it’s Texas Rippa from the distinctiveness of my voice and sound.
I want to be a game changer. I want to leave an imprint in history. I want to be known as one of the most influential writers of R&B. I really pride myself in the way I write and develop my songs. I want people to remember Texas Rippa as a man that makes fire music and is a trendsetter. I like to play with all genres. I’ve already collaborated with Rick Ross, Rich the Kid, Krizz Kaliko, and some even bigger names are coming soon.
I want to be known as an honest and honorable lyricist, an artist who against all odds came out on top and made a difference in the industry. I want to be recognized for bringing the essence of hip-hop back into the game. Hip-hop has become so watered down and commercialized. There are a million rappers out, but not too many artists, not too many lyricists, and not too many people that are actually putting their heart and soul into it. Don’t get me wrong there is some heat out there and very talented artists and I am not taking away from them or their craft. But for the most part, it’s meh.
