J-Dee Talks The HoodRich Takeover Project, His Sound & More [Interview]

J-Dee

By Jack Barnes

Getmyuzzup: Tell us a little about yourself?

J-Dee: Well my name is J-Dee!! I’m the first artist from my Label LawBreaker Ent. Back in the early 2000’s I used to rap with Livewyre Ent. I’ve been in the music industry for quite some time now.

Getmyuzzup: How long have you been in the music industry?

J-Dee: I’ve been writing and recording since the age of 14.

Getmyuzzup: How did you get started in the first place?

J-Dee: My older cousin (Kasino) formally of Jive Records used to keep me around when he was recording and things like that so I guess it kinda stuck with me.
Getmyuzzup: How would you describe your sound?

J-Dee: My sound is kinda in between city with that dirty South vibe. Basically depends on the record!
Getmyuzzup: Who are your inspirations in the music industry?

J-Dee: People that inspire me in the music industry is number 1 would have to be Tupac! Growing up all I listened to was PAC! As far as business goes it’ll be people like Birdman, Puff Daddy, Jay-Z!
Getmyuzzup: What are you currently working on?

J-Dee: Currently I’m working on The HoodRich Takeover mixtape!

Getmyuzzup: Any plans on touring to promote your latest project?

J-Dee: We will be doing a promo tour for that mixtape as well.
Getmyuzzup: What is the best piece of advice in this business you actually followed?

J-Dee: The best advice I follow in this rap game would have to be don’t be so quick to sign everything!!! Lol!
Getmyuzzup: Will you be collaborating with any other artists on this project or in the future?

J-Dee: Yes I already have a couple collaborations on the project! So far I got Young Scooter, Catman, HoodRich Pablo Juan, just to name a few right now.
Getmyuzzup: Do you think your music is mostly enjoyed more for the beats or for the lyrical flow and content?

J-Dee: I would say people catch on to my lyrics more you know. Everything I talk about I done and you got people who doing the same thing so when they listen to me they feel me because it’s like I’m talking about them.

Getmyuzzup: What’s your all-time favorite song?

J-Dee: My all time favorite song is Tupac ‘All Eyes On Me‘!!

Getmyuzzup: In your opinion who is the most influential and successful artist in your genre today and why?

J-Dee: Dr Dre would be my most influential and successful artist in my genre today because he changed the game with his past investments.
Getmyuzzup: Who have been some of your favorite artists that you’ve been able to work with?

J-Dee: So far I’ve been working with some heavy hitters in the game but working with Zaytoven was it. He came thru played some beats for me and pointed me in the right direction, I ain’t look back since that day!
Getmyuzzup: How do you feel about the current state of music?

J-Dee: The current state of music all I can say is, it ain’t what it used to be!
Getmyuzzup: What is your main goal as far as music?

J-Dee: My main goal is be placed in a situation where I can put other people in a better situation that really deserve it ya feel me!!!
Getmyuzzup: Who would you say your music relates to the most?

J-Dee: To me I think my music relates to everybody!
Getmyuzzup: What separates you from other artists? (What’s makes you different?)

J-Dee: What separates me is my I really live the stuff I rap about! I been on the block did my time and fell back. Been home going on 2 years now Blessed!
Getmyuzzup: When your not in the studio, What do you like to do for fun and relaxation?

J-Dee: When I’m not in the studio I like spend time with the kids! Go out in the country and ride 4 wheelers and dirt bikes!! Get our bike life on!
Getmyuzzup: If you could work with any producer who would it be?

J-Dee: If I could work with any producer it gotta be Dr Dre!
Getmyuzzup: What artist music are you currently a fan of?

J-Dee: Currently I’m a fan of Boosie, Young Jeezy, Young Dolph, Ralo, Yfn Lucci, Gucci Mane, Pablo Juan,Kodak Black.
Getmyuzzup: When performing live what are some of the things you do to get the crowd involved?

J-Dee: When performing I like to put a show on and give the people what they came to see! A good show!!
Getmyuzzup: Where can the fans check out for your music?