Young and popular hip hop musician and recording artist James Gania Simons, also known as Poo Jr is an influential figure in the contemporary independent hip hop scene. He has been delivering quality rap bangers for years that have created a powerful sensation in the global hip hop community.
Impressed by the extraordinary expressiveness of the genre, the prolific artist started penning down his raw thoughts in the form of poetry from a very young age. His newly released hip hop number with James Berry, ‘Rich Nigga’ showcases his unparalleled rhyming dexterity that intermingles with Jame’s blissful singing at each step. The thought-provoking and inspiring lyrical illustration crafted by both the artists generate an empowering reaction in the hearts of the listeners.
The brilliant artist has been kind enough to sit with us and share some interesting information about his music and himself.
Hello Poo Jr! Congratulation on the tremendous success of your recent music release and thank you for letting us do this interview.
Daily Music Roll: Tell us a few things about yourself and your musical journey?
I’m from southside Jamaica queens. I served 6 years in the United States Marine Corps. Started writing poetry after my grandmother’s death on 9/11. One day in English class we had poetry Friday and my poem accidentally came out as a rap my teacher liked it so much she signed me up for the talent show.
DMR: What is the subject matter of your new hip hop number ‘Rich Nigga’?
The progression of my career and overall life from coming from nothing and making something.
DMR: How much do you think the audience is going to connect this one and why?
Everyone right now is trying to better their situation with the pandemic and everything else going on in the world. Everybody is trying to make something out of nothing.
DMR: Which musical artists motivated you to create such a melodically rich and lyrically refreshing soundtrack?
50 Cent (my favorite artist), Jay-Z, Nas, Eminem, Bow Wow, and LL Cool J.
DMR: How does it distinguish from your other creations such as ‘You Ain’t Shit’, ‘Can I live’, or ‘Money Bag’?
‘Rich Nigga’ and Money Bag is on the same narrative line. ‘You Ain’t Shit’ was a dis towards this clown that I will not say his name to give him clout and ‘Can I live’ was thoughts to my self and me explaining my side.
DMR: How did you start your musical journey in the first place and what fuelled you to take that first step?
Envy and Vic Damone, these two people from my Neighborhood encouraged me to keep doing what I was doing I looked up to them. And then there were also people like 50 Cent, Jayz, Nas, and Biggie who had nothing just like me and creating an empire on their own by doing what they love.
DMR: Who are the inspirations behind your thematic achievements?
Vic Damone , Jay- Z, Nas and 50 cent
DMR: For how long have you been in the music industry?
I started at 11 yrs old but I didn’t take it seriously till I was in the military.
DMR: How many singles or albums have you released so far?
1 album and approximately 8 singles professionally and many more before that.
DMR: Are you working on any other musical projects right now?
I’m working on two collab albums, a solo album, and I’m working on a single with a major artist.
DMR: Are you working with or own any production house or recording label at the moment?
I am the founder and owner of Infamous Heat Entertainment LLC record label.
DMR: What can we expect from you in the future and what is your message for the contemporary rappers?
In the future, you can expect a lot more music and business ventures.
