MusicsWeek: What sparked your passion for music, and when did you realize this was your path?
Kid Rich: My passion for music was ignited at a young age when my father would play his home stereo system early in the morning. I would wake up rapping along to whatever song was playing throughout the house. I realized that rapping was my true calling when I started creating my own lyrics instead of simply memorizing the ones from the original songs.
MusicsWeek: If your life had a theme song, what would it be and why?
Kid Rich: If I had to choose a theme song for my life, it would be Chosen One by Future. I strongly believe that certain people are destined for specific paths, and I feel that my purpose is to use the creative talent that God has given me to express myself through music. Beyond personal expression, I aim to create music that allows others to share their stories as well.
MusicsWeek: How would you describe your unique sound to someone who has never heard your music before?
Kid Rich: I would describe my style as motivational. I create a variety of songs because I consider myself more than just a rapper—I am an artist. As a recording artist, I paint vivid musical pictures. Just as a painter requires different brushes for different artistic expressions, I adapt my flows to capture the essence of various life experiences and emotions.
MusicsWeek: Which non-musical experiences or influences have played a major role in shaping your artistry?
Kid Rich: My biggest source of inspiration is my everyday life. I was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio, a city where many believe success is unattainable. Too often, people abandon their dreams because of constant discouragement from those around them. Many don’t want to see others succeed where they themselves have failed. That mindset only fuels me—I take every “you can’t” as an opportunity to prove that I can achieve anything I set my heart on.
MusicsWeek: If you weren’t making music, what other creative field do you think you’d be drawn to?
Kid Rich: If I weren’t making music, I would be customizing cars. I have a deep passion for automobiles, and I prefer working on my own vehicles rather than letting someone else handle them.
MusicsWeek: Can you take us through your songwriting process? Do you start with lyrics, melody, or something else?
Kid Rich: My songwriting process begins with listening to beats. When I hear a beat, I interpret the emotions it conveys and translate them into words. I focus on the producer’s intended emotional expression and ensure I can capture that energy through lyrics. Once I connect with the beat, I begin humming melodies and developing flow patterns. Typically, I listen to beats in my car, create hooks first, and then finalize the lyrics in the studio.
MusicsWeek: How do you know when a song is truly finished and ready to be shared with the world?
Kid Rich: I have a unique approach to structuring my songs. I usually incorporate two hooks, each consisting of 16 bars, followed by a 12-bar verse. My focus is on creating strong, memorable hooks—if the first one doesn’t captivate the listener, I am confident that the second will.
MusicsWeek: What’s the most unexpected place or situation where you’ve found inspiration for a song?
Kid Rich: During my time in federal prison, I committed to writing either a verse or a full song every day at 10 AM. My goal was to write 365 verses per year. Many artists struggle to create music in prison due to a lack of motivation, but I made sure to stay focused and inspired despite the circumstances.
MusicsWeek: Do you have any personal rituals or habits that help you get into the creative zone?
Kid Rich: Yes, I only listen to my own music and avoid external influences such as television. I want to ensure that all my lyrics and flows come directly from my own thoughts rather than being subconsciously influenced by other artists. Additionally, I often stay awake for 48 hours before writing, as I find that my creativity heightens after extended periods without sleep. It has become somewhat of an addiction—I have to force myself to rest, or I will continue making music non-stop. I would consider myself a studio junkie—I may need "rapper rehab" one day.
MusicsWeek: If you could only use three instruments for the rest of your career, which ones would you choose and why?
Kid Rich: My essential elements for creating music are 808 drums, a clean hi-hat, and a crisp clap. As long as those components are present, I can craft something special.
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