"THE OFFICIAL YOUNG JONES MUSIC PAGE"

It's about time the Gunshine State be recognized for more than mere "booty" music! As the times changed, so has the rap game and artists in it...especially Orange County's contribution to the movement. He's "Florida's Franchise Playa"...a "Breath of Fresh Air". This 22 year-old Orlando native is here to put things back in perspective. Having an open mind and growing up on Oakridge Road has prepared him to change the face of southern rap. Drawing inspiration from his brother Jig - oldest of five siblings, it was evident at an early age he would rock more than the average cafeteria crowd at school.He began writing at age 15. By age 17 he was crowned freestyle champ at his High School and before he graduated he was notorious for being one of the best lyricist in the city. Honing his skills at local freestyle battles and random cyphers at popular parks around town, he quickly earned the respect of his peers.Determined to be discovered, Jermaine Jones taught himself how to record his own music. Soon after he linked up with a local Indie label, joined forces with rap group, O-City, and took his show on the road. Before the deal dissolved he had the opportunity to open for talents like Lil-Flip, Lil-Wayne, Mike Jones, and JT Money; often gaining major repor freestylin' for the majors in V.I.P.After leaving Orlando to attend school, he continued to groom his skills. Waisting no time, he quickly became the annual BSU Freestyle Champion and graced several stages from the ATL back down to Palm Beach. With his plan in motion, he recorded his first single - The Hustler's Anthem, "Hustlin n' Grindin" and took the lead role in the motion picture "Underground President", soon to be released on DVD...Now with a killer mixtape titled "Keep Up With The Jones" and bangers like "Stand and Deliver" and "Like U Want Dat" creating a major buzz in North Florida, Young Jones is patiently waiting for his chance to shine. He is hope for the streets of Orlando and inspiration for others just like him. He walked Out of an urban household - Under the scrutny of his peers, Through the streets of Orange County, and Into our hearts.In a rap game saturated with talentless rappers and bubble-gum gimmics, Young Jones declares his position to elevate Tha Souf to a new state of greatness. September 5, 1983; Florida gave birth to a new breed of MC, equipped with the tools necessary to usher in the "Nu-Souf"...Are You Ready?!I edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4