ELADIO: In Europe they don't really know you,tell them something about you.
BIG SKEEM: I gotta be one of the hardest workin unsigned artists out there. I really feel like I should be further than what I am. I've dropped 2 mixtapes prior to BYAMN with a former partner...which name I'm not gonna say but them 2 tapes were my preperation in my younger days to becoming what I am now. I'm one of the fewest asian rappers out there that could easily take over this thing we call hip hop regardless of my nationality. Real recognize real so u gotta respect me. I'm from the small city of Lancaster Pennsylvania...age 22...Korean.....libra...lol.
ELADIO: How was your 1st step into the rap industry?Tell us your story.
BIG SKEEM: I used to rap for fun back when i was like 13-14 in middle school and people used to go crazy. But i never thought much about it until I moved and started my freshamn year of highschool. I became recognized heavily back then for battlin...and never losin...lol...I dont battle anymore but that was my start. I later generated some interested from the label Ruff Ryders in 2003. I was to be one of the 3 new artists signed to the newest branch off Ruff Ryders call "Ruff World" I stayed around them for a year or so thinking sooner or later I'd be on but that never happened. After that me and my partner at the time went are seperate ways and I basically took a year off and tried to figure out how I was going to continue to make music but as a solo artists. I finally decided to get my name out there more i would need to find a major artist to collab with to help me drop my 1st solo single...and that artist was Roc-a-fella artists Peedi Crakk. Once i dropped that record in late 2004 it was a wrap. I had radio, mixtapes, internet, everything all in one shot.
ELADIO: By any means necessary it's a hot mixtape how much work did u put in that album?
BIG SKEEM: That project took maybe a year and a half. I still feel it could of been alot better...more songs, no freestyles but live and learn, and the streets loved it so i can''t complain at all. That tape really helped me get out nationally and respected for what i was trying so hard to do. It took so long to do mainly because of the cost on each guest appearance. I was also paying for everything out of my pocket. Studio cost was damn near $100 a hour not including the mix and master. I really wanted to make sure i was happy with every track from beginning to end.
ELADIO: Certified is next,still a mixtape.When will you drop an album?
BIG SKEEM: Originally I wanted it to be a mixtape but now i prefer to call it my street album. 100% original production...Full length songs, major guest appearances, major production the whole nine. So to call it a mixtape i think kinda hurts the integrity of the project. So far i got 2 joints with Stack Bundles ( R.I.P), Freeway, Bynoe (Riot Squad),Peedi Crakk (gotta use it again...lol...its a classic!!!), Geolani, Billz, Lil Eto, S.One, my artist Young Haze, Phene and a few more surprises. Production wise I got Vinny Idol (D-Block), Majik (he did Jim Jones' track "Weatherman"), Metro Beats, Ghost (He's worked with Dip Set & Chamillionaire), Lokken Load Ent. (Cam'Ron, Stack Bundles, Paul Cain), Dj Herk, Cellz, Fresh P, Dj Nice (Dip Set), Baron Boys and some more i'm in the process of working with.
ELADIO: When will be out Certified?
BIG SKEEM: I'm pushing for April or may...June at the latest depending how long it takes to get everythign wrapped up like the cover and the mixing.
ELADIO: Can we know something about Certified?Who u workin with on the album?
BIG SKEEM: Pretty much answered that in question 5 but it will be executived produced by Geolani...ceo of the crew I'm wit Team Afficial. I was gonna have someone host it but like i said i dont want this to be considered a mixtape so i probably wont go that route.
ELADIO: What you think about those beefs in hip-hop?
BIG SKEEM: If they legit beefs i guess it is what it is but if you doing something like for instance Bow Wow Vs. Lil Romeo that shits corny as hell. Some beef is called for but i think if u really got a problem with someone you should handle direct not over a beat. Now a days too many people start beef just to get they name up and gain recognition. I refuse to do that, I will never make anyone feel famous of my work.
ELADIO: Right now,people in Europe is getting closer to your music.Do you have a message for them?
BIG SKEEM: I want my music to be respected and understood no matter where you live or what language u speak. Europe in my eyes is no different then the U.S. as far as fans and musicians. I appreciate everyone who appreciates me. Thanx again for this interview and anything else you guys do to help me in the future. I know I've been on a few mixtapes out of Europe and hopefully many more to come. Stay tuned..I'M HERE!!!!!!!!
" Carnariu "wutanghiddenmember" Eladio "
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