On October
23, 1984, Hip Hop would again gain an inspirational artist. The birth of
Keon Johnson, simply known as K.J., would have an impact on lyricism as
we know it. Born to Tawana McCoy and Bonnie Johnson in East Baltimore,
K.J. would soon become one of Baltimore's prolific artist. K.J developed
a vital skill at an early age which was transforming feelings and
thoughts into words. In 1996, K.J. would begin to indulge in lyricism
and through his personal situations and day to day life, K.J. is able to
amass ideas that are relatable to the everyday listener and provides a
voice for those same individuals. He would grow inspiration from TuPac,
Common, Nasty Nassir Jones, Black Thought of the Roots, Talib Kweli.
Snoop Dogg Method Man and Andre 3000 and emulate specific features from
them all and turn them into a witty, creative and unique form of Hip
Hop. Through music, K.J. believes that remedies are developed and that
all problems are solved. Thus, the idea of not "wanting the title of
having the best line," but instead providing a channel for people like
me and you to understand that we are not alone. However, on June 21,
2013, everything would change for K.J. prompting the release of his
second mix tape titled " Just Thoughts 2: Life After Her"
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
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