Another local rapper/musician who was born in McAllen, Texas was inspired to create his own music. Young Water, was first introduced to his favorite type of music when he was a 13 year old in middle school. Artists like, Nipsey Hussle, Wiz Khalifa and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony were his favorite.
As more of his inspiration came from Wiz Khalifa he continued to make music. He first started making music when he was introduced to it by two of his friends. All three decided to make a song together and was Young Waters first song. He described his first song experience as “exciting but nerve wrecking.” After hearing himself in the song and having the support of his friends he gained confidence and pursued his music career even more. A major contribution to him starting music was knowing the guitar, which he learned in 9th grade. He explained how he incorporates things he learned while playing the guitar and music theory.
“For me, being a rapper has been eye-opening and challenging. It has helped me expand my vocabulary, express my feeling, and go through many problems.”
-Young Water.
After a couple of years, his two friends, who which he started making music with, drifted apart due to school. He decided being alone was not going to stop him so he continued making his own type of music. He made several songs by himself and would release them on his Soundcloud. He met many people and received many opportunities to make music with others.
Young Water also discussed his favorite song, which he titled “Cross My Mind.” He goes on to explain the meaning of the song. “At the barber school I attend I fell in love with a girl but got my heartbroken but still continues to cross my mind a lot, hence the title of the song.” This song also made him feel like he could express his feelings better.
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