I currently star on the HIT television show Degrassi “The Next Generation†which airs on MTV, The-N, BBC London, and many other major networks. It is seen in over 50 million homes weekly. I have done interviews and numerous specials for MTV, The New York Times, TeenNick, Teen People, Elle Girl, Pop Star Magazine, and Seventeen Magazine. In 2006, I launched and promoted my first mixtape, Hosted my DJ Smallz, It provides insight into the mind of a changing man and a rapper transforming into a True MC. The Classic mixtape sold 6000 units and showed my diversity. The mixtape showed my range with uptempo songs and smooth ballads that can be cherished by the softest women, to tales of my family during "the Memphis days" – songs best understood by a genuine hustler. In my words: "I didn't make this album to be judged, or for listeners to tell me what I need to alter about my image for the next project. I simply made it because it felt right. All the songs on here were made on certain dates due to certain events in my life and nothing was rushed. I'm telling you right off the bat who I am. I used to lie to people to impress them but those times had to cease. It's like trying to get back together after a break up. You've had your time apart, and right away you want to express all your concerns, all your flaws, and let them know exactly what you've been through so that there's little room for error. I really just want to draw the fans into me as a person so that we can communicate better in the future. I need you to understand my concept before you listen. If you're not willing to do me that favor, we may as well remain split up." I continue to pursue my passion for R&B and rap, and currently writing music for up and coming R&B singers and MC's. Much of my musical influence comes from his family, which includes funk creator Larry Graham (Graham Central Station) who's hit song "One In A Million" became a top 10 hit, and Mabon 'Teenie' Hodges who, alongside Willie Mitchell, was the soulful mastermind behind the majority of Al Green's hits (9 Grammy Awards). I am currently working on my debut album and already have songs with Little Brother, Dwele, Clispe, Trey Songz, Slum Village, Saukates, Nickelus F, 9Th Wonder, Chalamaine, Boi-1da, and D-10. I have also been a guest on Soul Food, and have been featured in countless movies with actors as Mekhi Phifer and Omar Epps. I have received two Young Artist Awards, the Shaw Rocket Award, and a Teen Choice. For more info: WWW.THISISDRAKE.COM Drake - Replacement Girl feat. Trey Songz .... .