Meet Texas Rippa

Please see the below Q&A from artist: Texas Rippa

What’s your name and where are you from?  

My name is Texas Rippa and I’m from Nawf Dallas Tx also known as Nawfganastan. 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 always been captivated and inspired by the streets and the lifestyle that goes with them. 

Why do you love what you do? 

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. 

What makes you different? 

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. 

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 

In 5 years, I see myself headlining a major tour. I was born for greatness failure is NOT an option. I can see myself running multiple businesses, as I’ve watched others before me succeed in the industry, they are not limiting themselves to just making money with music, they are thinking outside the box and maximizing the opportunities before them. 

What do you want to accomplish in life? 

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. 

What do you bring to your industry? 

I believe that my R&B writing skills are like no other. My lyrics are sexy and yet I can come deep too. On some real make-you-think type vibes. I have one track called Ballin’ Dayz about a hustler retiring from the game and asking his lady if she’s going to ride with him or if she going to just be another one riding the bandwagon, while any real and true hustler that hears this song, they can relate to it because it really hits home and makes you want to reevaluate the life you’re living. This song will also appeal to people outside the streets and hustle game, for example, the man that loses his 6-figure income asking his lady if she will still be down with him or leave since the money’s gone. Most of my songs have multiple levels like this one. They will make you think and feel even if you grew up with a silver spoon and know nothing about the streets. I feel that this is my biggest contribution to the industry – my songs have multiple levels and meanings and appeal to any and everyone.   

What do you want to be remembered by? 

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.  

Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity to promote Texas Rippa. Y’all are doing a wonderful thing by presenting these avenues to let artists shine