Brooklyn has birthed some of the most successful and influental people in the entire entertainment industry and one more has already gained international acclaim.
Meet Scrap/ Young Scrap
Born in England 20 years ago, raised in Flatbush, Brooklyn, NY... Barnaby Collins had aspirations of going to college to play D-1 Basketball, but those plans were altered one night. "I realized that through my music I can reach millions and That alone was the deciding factor." Scrap stated.
Starting with a next to nothing budget, Scrap was forced into hustling his way into the recording studio. One night in particular, Scrap walked out of his house with his last $20.00. Needing 3 hours to finish some songs, Scrap walks to a near by celo game and puts down his $20. After head cracking dudes for the next 30 minutes, Scrap takes his newly won $200 and gets on the train to head to his session.
It was'nt long after sneaking into Underworld Studio in Brooklyn, that many witnessed his gift. Scrap quickly become a street favorite with his rhapsody voice and ability to push peoples buttons with his lyrical content. In 'Dead Beat Dad', he addresses the lack of a father in his home, but on 'Shinny Days' addresses the issue that tomorrow offers a fresh start. "Its insane that grown men can rap all day about diamonds on their neck, but neglect their children," Scrap stated. "That's not keeping it real. Real is chinese food for dinner cause there are no options, confused and battered women, but in the end we must find time to smile."
Beats were quickly provided and soon after, the media took notice. "He has that energy that reminds you of a young Ja Rule... But a lyrical content of a real polished artist like Saigon", stated Magazine writer Riker. "When he spits you can actually feel his words" states Kechi O. of X/O Promotions (Miami). "He can be considered underground, but his content is radio friendly", stated Blackmens and Juice Magazine writer Greg Figueroa.
After releasing a collaborated CD with some fellow rappers in Brooklyn, It was now time to really venture out. That same drive has helped Scrap gain attention abroad, "He is now my other favorite rapper", stated Ammo of Rap US Magazine (France). With the French endorsement, French Producer, Chi provided the beats and Scrap released "Shinny Days" on the Maino and Tru Life hosted 'The Drama Setter', which is Frances largest distributed Mix Tape.
Finding his motivation from watching his mother hustle to keep a roof over his head and food on the table, Scrap knew that if she can succeed so can he. Learning from the likes of fellow Brooklyn artist Jay Z, Fabolous, Saigon and Foxxy Brown... Scrap understood that delivery is oh so imporatnt and worked on perfecting his delivery and flow.
Britian Birthed him, Brooklyn Raised him and now the streets await a new Prince from Brooklyn.
-The One And Only
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