Young Rell a.k.a. Young Tower
Birth Place: Richmond, Va (Southside)
Big Influences: GOD
Music Influence:
Rappers: Jay-Z, Ludacris, & Lil Wayne
Singers: Musiq, John Legend, Lauryn Hill, & Beyonce
Dorrell M. Edwards (born 22 June 1984), professionally known as Young-Rell aka Young-Tower, is a rapper, singer, actor, music engineer and occasional an artist.The life and time of Dorrell Edwards has been one of perseverance and triumph over many obstacles. Throughout his childhood from the early age of 2, he was known for his musical talent among other things. It was not until the age of 19 that he first realized and embraced his passion for the genre of music acknowledged as rap, inspired by artists whom his aunt and uncle would play on their home radio noteably: Michael Jackson, Run DMC, Boyz II men, and many others that is when it became aparent that music was one of his reasons for living. Growing up on the southside of Richmond, Virginia. He was plagued with many trials which life brought his way. Having never known his father, and being raised in a single parent home-by his mother; Miss Geneva Edwards who has been his support system ever since he was conceived. He became a success contrary to popular belief. Discovered by his choir director at the age of 10, he was offered an apprenticeship but his mother refused due to a deteriorating neighborhood. He was told that he would never amount to anythng, but even in the face of adversity he proved people wrong. He is the middle of five boys and the very first of his family to enter college and is now in his final year at the prestigious Liberty University. These obstacles were never insurmountable, there was always an expectancy of greener grass being on the other side. The very breath he takes is music to his own ear, his entire life is encompassed by a musical spectrum. Know to many as Young Rell a.k.a Young Tower, he is most remembered for his contribution as "Both sides of the music." He began composing songs that marked the beginning of a new era. With his impeccable taste and an ear for perfection, he addressed issues surrounding everyay affairs hoping to take things to the next level, to enrich the lives of all by singing positive music. With him, time was always of the essence and he believed, "If you work hard and bust your butt, you can achieve anything." while directing his own music, he remains unsigned with hopes of a very bright future. Maintaining his respect from other artists, he continues to be an inspiration. One of his favorite quotes, "If God is for me who can be against me..." has and will always be the motivation he needs to accomplish his dreams and take things to the next level. Never forgetting to give thanks to God for the gift he has given him and bringing him this far