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Meet H Da Monsta, Canadian Rapper To Look Out For In 2021

H Da Monsta is an all-around powerhouse who has been making BIG waves in Canada and has been steadily gaining an industry buzz for his unique smooth flow and delivery. Furthermore, H Da Monsta is a dynamic performer and one of the country’s hottest up-and-coming rappers.

H Da Monsta has managed to bring his own unique style of rap to the streets of Toronto. We had the opportunity to interview H Da Monsta about his experience in music.

This is what he has to say;

Hey, Welcome to Honk Magazine.

Tell us about your background getting to where you are today?

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H Da Monsta – Well, I was born In Grenada. Later moved to Canada when I was about 4 years old. I officially got into music at about 22 and I had my first song played on the radio titled “project bounce”. I was able to make a name for myself and have been working since then.

Where are you from?

H Da Monsta – I’m from Toronto, Canada. Born in Grenada a small island in the West Indies.
How did you get into music?
H Da Monsta – My sister initially was a rapper and brought me into music through poetry at a very young age and that turned into music over time.
What is the most challenging thing you have overcome in your life?
H Da Monsta – Losing my best friend he was murdered we were like brothers he was a very big part of my journey through music he passed away a few years after I was released from incarceration.
Are you currently signed or independent?
H Da Monsta – I am currently an independent artist. I am signed to my own label which is Uclassic Records /F.E.Y, a music group.
Who inspires you the most musically?
H Da Monsta – I am inspired not by people but more by my own experience music started as an outlet for the troubles I was dealing with in my life and eventually just became a passion.
What do you want people to take away after listening to your music?
H Da Monsta – The message which is constantly different but there’s always a message to the story’s I tell I want people to understand the good and bad of the reality I had to deal with growing up.
What is your greatest achievement as a musician?
H Da Monsta – I have a few my first ever mixtape did 14,000. I’ve gotten recognized by tory lanez a major artist from my city my new Ep is currently at 200k streams and counting and I won music competitions in Montreal and other online competitions in my earlier days my biggest achievement is being able to still do what I love and be appreciated for it.
Do you produce your own music? If not who do you work with?
H Da Monsta – I do not produce my own music. I work with a variety of producers actually too many to name right now without having feelings hurt lol.
Who is one artist you wish you could work with?
H Da Monsta – I would say Drake only because I believe he would be able to push me to a level of creativity I probably wouldn’t be able to reach on my own.
Tell us about any new music you have coming out? When is coming out? What is it about?
H Da Monsta – I currently have my new music video dropping on YouTube on July 10 “high Definition“of my latest Ep “Demon hours” which was released March 1 on my mother’s birthday.
What does a day inside your shoes look like?
H Da Monsta – Just networking talking to new people constantly I do have my own clothing line I am currently working very hard to make so when I’m not writing I’m usually working on new items for my brand.
Anything else you want the audience to know about you?
H Da Monsta – I am me. I am nothing more nothing less than what you see I want my audience to know I am a person first and an artist second I love what I do and I do what I want
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Natalie is a journalism major with a focus on Entertainment and Music who aspires to become a Content Creator For Honk Magazine. Eventually, she wants to be the Publisher or Editor-in-Chief of a major Publishing House. She loves helping people find their voice and passion for writing and journalism, and she can always be found with coffee in hand, editing another article.

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Yella Beezy Shuts Down Speculation After Photo With G$ Lil Ronnie’s Murder Suspect Surfaces

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Dallas rapper Yella Beezy is speaking out after a photo of him with one of the suspects linked to the murder of Fort Worth artist G$ Lil Ronnie and his young daughter began making the rounds online. On Wednesday, Beezy posted on Instagram to clarify that he had no idea who the person was when the photo was taken. He pointed out that taking pictures with fans and strangers is just part of his life as a musician. “Don’t associate my name with any of that nonsense,” Beezy wrote in his Instagram Story. “I take tons of pictures every day with people I don’t know; it’s part of my job. It’s ridiculous to use a photo of me in a situation like this. Don’t mess with my image, especially when it involves kids. Straight up. Rest in peace to Chuckie and his little girl.”

Beezy’s response came after some social media users suggested he might have a connection to the tragic incident where G$ Lil Ronnie and his daughter lost their lives in a shocking act of violence. Speculation grew after the photo emerged showing Beezy alongside one of the accused. However, the rapper quickly set the record straight, denying any false claims and expressing his strong stance against violence, especially towards innocent children. His fans and friends in the music industry quickly supported Beezy, acknowledging how difficult it can be for public figures to interact with fans.

In today’s social media world, where people often jump to conclusions based on limited information, Beezy’s message serves as a reminder that just because an artist appears in a photo with someone does not mean they are connected in any way. As the tragic news of G$ Lil Ronnie’s death continues to affect the Texas rap community, Yella Beezy’s words highlight an important point that being photographed with someone doesn’t imply guilt or involvement. While investigations into this heartbreaking case continue, Beezy is dedicated to protecting his reputation and ensuring his name isn’t wrongly involved in untrue rumors.

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T-Pain Credits Snoop Dogg for Making Auto-Tune “Cool”

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T-Pain is often considered the face of Auto-Tune, a vocal effect that became hugely popular in the 2000s. He produced some of the biggest songs of that time using this technology, but he recently clarified that he wasn’t the only one responsible for its success. In a thoughtful conversation on The Big Pod with Shaq, T-Pain explained that Snoop Dogg played a crucial role in making Auto-Tune acceptable and cool for listeners. T-Pain shared that there was a lot of resistance to Auto-Tune at first, with some people thinking of it as just a gimmick. But when Snoop Dogg started using it, everything changed. T-Pain remarked, “Snoop did it, then it was totally fine.

Everybody was like, ‘Okay, I guess we can listen to it.'” This shift in attitude allowed Auto-Tune to break into mainstream music beyond just T-Pain’s songs. Songs like Snoop’s “Sexual Eruption” showed that Auto-Tune could be a big part of many artists’ music styles, solidifying its place in both rap and pop. Interestingly, Snoop also recognized T-Pain’s influence on his own music, praising him during an episode of his show, Nappy Boy Radio. This connection between the two artists highlights how they support and inspire each other in expanding the music landscape.

Today, Auto-Tune is everywhere in music, from trap hits by Future to the catchy flows of Lil Uzi Vert. T-Pain’s effect on the music industry is clear, but his recent comments emphasize the importance of collaboration and approval in artistry. Ultimately, T-Pain acknowledges that while he revolutionized Auto-Tune, Snoop Dogg was the one who helped make it popular for everyone to enjoy. It’s heartwarming to see these music legends celebrate each other’s contributions as the industry grows and changes.

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