"Discovering Adrian Sky's Wu-tang Inspired Journey to the Grammys"

I am excited to bring you an exclusive interview with Adrian Sky, an ambitious hip hop artist from North Carolina who is quickly making a name for himself. Inspired by legends such as Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, and Royce the 5'9", Adrian Sky has honed his own unique style that blends Wu-tang philosophy with a commitment to addressing important mental health issues through his music. In this interview, we delve into the creative process behind Adrian Sky's new music video "Rigamortis," a martial arts training homage to Kendrick Lamar's early work, and get a glimpse into the artist's journey as he prepares for the Grammys. Get ready to discover the story of a rising star who is using his music to connect with fans and inspire growth.

Who are some of your biggest influences in the hip hop genre, and how have they shaped your own style?

My biggest influences in the hip hop genre include Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, and Royce the 5'9" to name a quick few. I can hear the dedication to the Art form in the technicality and power of their delivery. I just knew there was something different about these guys. It's no coincidence they all have martials art influences outside of the studio. Royce famously looks at hip-hop as a contact sport similar to boxing. My father is a boxer so the amount of training it takes to be good speaks to me.

What inspired you to pay homage to Kendrick Lamar's early work in your new music video for "Rigamortis"?

I have always been inspired by Kendrick Lamar's ability to string lyrical attacks together effortlessly. Rigamortis was the first song of his I heard all the way on the east coast in NC. I immediately understood there were new levels to reach. I may never get there, but to spar would be an honor and I now aim for continued growth.

How do you incorporate the teachings of Wu-tang into your music, and what role do they play in your creative process?

The 36 chambers of artistic development once you set out on this ambitious trail of mastering hip hop or any art from for that matter. It's the most humbling thing I've come across. I used to think I was a phenomenal rapper until I really understood what Wu-tang was about. To be honest I still have a lot to learn.

Can you talk about the martial arts training aspect of "Rigamortis"? What message were you trying to convey with that aspect of the video?

It's the classic training arch of knowing I’m not ready to compete yet. I have talent but it's raw and unfocused. I'm lacking in the actual skills needed to survive such a task against artists like J.I.D. or J.Cole, really anyone on Dreamville. I'm literally getting it out of the mud of ambition. I'm blessed to have run into an abbot from New York dressed in yellow to notice my potential and attempt to whip me into proper form.

What do you hope fans take away from your new music video, and how do you think it sets you apart from other hip hop artists in the game today?

The martial arts training aspect of "Rigamortis" is meant to symbolize the discipline and hard work that goes into making great art. I believe that the connection between recording arts and martial arts is a strong one, as both require a focus and dedication to mastery. By incorporating martial arts training into the video, I wanted to convey the message that art is not just something that you do, but something that you live.

You're preparing for the Grammys, what does that recognition mean to you as an aspiring hip hop artist and how do you plan to make the most of the opportunity?

Oh, well I don't actually know when or If I’ll go to the Grammys, its an ambitious goal I've set out to attain, similar to enlightenment in martial arts. Some people may never reach it in this lifetime, but it's about the journey and the growth you obtain along the way. Removing my ego from the situational trophy is a true testament to what I want to inspire others to obtain. Admittedly I'm not there yet, I still want the award, I have an agenda to put my city on the map and build a legacy for my team at SB Global Enterprise to be proud of.