Interview: Philly Based Teen Rap Artist Princess Rock Discusses Her New Single/Video "Automatic"
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“I wanted to bring something different to the table; I’m all about positivity and putting negativity way behind me. That includes anybody fake, it’s a dub.”
How did you get started rapping, and who are some artists that have influenced you artistically?
I started rapping at the age of 9 but way before then I performed about two times so the feeling of being onstage I loved it I wasn’t even rapping then.
I started out as a group with a friend of mine and we were rapping and once we performed my parents discovered my love for performing and rapping. Some of my music inspirations are Teyana Taylor, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Big Sean, and MC Lyte.
We're blown away by your new single/video "Automatic"; tell us about your creative process for the song itself and what inspired you to write it.
I wanted to bring something different to the table; I’m all about positivity and putting negativity way behind me. That includes anybody fake, it’s a dub.
How did you and the director come up with the treatment for the "Automatic" music video?
Well, I didn’t come up with the treatment of the video, my dad (St Basil), actually came up with it, but the video was real basic, just how I wanted it, stuck right to the song perfectly and I loved it.
Will "Automatic" and "Doo Wop" be appearing on an upcoming EP or album? If so, what can you tell us about the project?
Yes it is; it’s gonna basically be about 7-8 songs and I’m really excited about it. I’m writing my own music so I’m really excited to be able to express myself because I’m not always feeling the same way, so I get to show different parts of me, but it’s still in the works hopefully it’s out soon.
As an artist still in high school, do you find it difficult at times to juggle school and your musical aspirations?
I’m getting there! It’s tough trying to juggle not only school and my career but my personal life as well, but I’m gonna keep pushing because this is my passion!
What are some of your goals musically for the next five years?
I’m gonna keep grinding no matter if I get anywhere in 5 years; I’m not sure where I’ll be but wherever God has me that’s where Imma be happy at.
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