CedaCash’s journey into hip hop began with rhythm and rebellion. As a child, he danced to Michael Jackson’s Thriller, but it was the forbidden allure of hip hop in his household that truly captivated him. When he first heard The Notorious B.I.G.’s Juicy, he knew he had to tell his own story. High school cyphers and late 90s rap battles became his proving ground, but pursuing his passion came at a cost. In 1999, when he told his parents he wanted a career in rap, they excommunicated him. That rejection did not break him; it ignited a lifelong quest to master his craft.
CedaCash’s sound is a homage to the golden era of East Coast rap. Influenced by legends like Nas, Jay Z, and Rakim, he developed a signature style marked by clever punchlines, intricate wordplay, and versatile flow. While he once thrived on the competitive fire of battles, today he tempers that intensity to serve the song, proving that lyrical skill and storytelling are inseparable in his music.
The toughest battles, however, were internal. Years of arrogance and missed opportunities, combined with the steep learning curve of music business basics, from copyrights to studio recording, pushed him to a breaking point. In 2016, burnt out and disillusioned, he quit rapping entirely. That hiatus was a wake-up call, a reminder of what happens when you abandon your true passion.
His comeback is the milestone he treasures most. After stepping away, he rediscovered the simple truth: he loved making music. Now, over a decade later, CedaCash is back, creating for the art itself. This return is not just a revival of his career but a declaration that failure only comes when you quit.
Today, CedaCash connects with fans through authenticity. He shares moments from his family life on social media, responds to comments, and even incorporates fan ideas into his songs. Releases like “92 Bricks” and “Til My Heart Stop” drop every two weeks, marking his disciplined return to full-time creativity and reinforcing the bond with his audience.
Looking forward, he plans to maintain momentum with consistent output, aiming for multiple new projects this year. From a homeless teenager to a seasoned artist who lost and reclaimed his voice, CedaCash’s story is a testament to resilience, discipline, and the love of hip hop.
With each bar, CedaCash proves that true artistry isn’t measured by fame or charts. It is built in persistence, passion, and unwavering commitment to your own voice.