Today we’d like to introduce you to Holly Grove.
Hi Holly, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
My love for entertainment goes way back into my childhood. I’ve always wanted to be someone who is influential to others regardless of what path I choose to walk on. I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA in a certain area called Watts. Growing up in a neighborhood such as mine, you don’t see success around you, more so disappointment. I wanted something different for myself so I decided to pursue my bachelor’s degree. I graduated December 2020 with my Sociology degree from Norfolk State. Once I touched down back in California, I knew I was going to be in for a long ride to get out. God reminded me that I have the ability to create something special that can connect people from all around the world; that special something is music.
Throughout my adolescent years and even now, I live with depression and fighting off suicidal thoughts. Writing poetry and creating music has been a way for me to express the emotions, thoughts and feelings that I’ve held in for so long. I started recorded songs with my cousin at my Auntie house in a room with no A/C and no idea what I was doing.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
There’s never a road that’s smooth, if it is please show me the way. Some of the struggles I faced and still face is accepting that nothing in this life comes easy. Most of us have similar backgrounds; we come from nothing with little to no support. A lot of people will tell you to “just keep going”, which I get but when you was born into a system that wants to keep you at the bottom, makes it a little difficult to see through the fog. Another struggle I face is trusting myself with God’s plan. God gives His strongest soldiers the toughest battles. I’ve been on many battlefields and predicted a loss but I play for God and we don’t take L’s. Although I’m building my career from the ground up as an independent artist with no major push, with many obstacles ahead I know I will break through and break curses off my words alone.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m an artist, I’m a rapper, I’m an entertainer. I love rhyming and mixing words together that shock people. Shoot, I love when I shock myself when I’m freestyling or writing. Since I’m still building a fanbase, I can’t really say what I’m known for but I want to be known for how using creative writing, storytelling and personal experiences in my music. I want to be known for being transparent and vulnerable with my audience. My goal is to touch the souls of my audience and relate to them in ways that can help them along their journey. I’m most proud of me for pushing through the negative thoughts that try to keep me locked in my head and away from reality. I’m proud that I’m choosing me and validating myself. I think my deliver and approach to how I put songs together is what sets me apart. I love all female rappers and what they have to offer but I don’t want to be known for rapping sexually (that’s something I need to work on by the way, lol). I want to be known for rapping about real-life trauma and how to turn it into something beautiful.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
In the next 5-10 years, I see myself being a huge artist touring the world. I see HUGE changes such as elevating my sound, working with individuals who are able to educate me more about the music industry and how I can use music to my advantage. Hollygrove is taking over the world by storm. I am a force to be reckoned with. I have plans to insert myself in the mental health industry and create initiatives that will help minorities gain access to quality mental health resources. I have visions and goals, music is just the gateway to the rest of what God has placed on my heart and soul.
Contact Info:
- Email: hollygocrazyy@gmail.com
- Website: https://neighborhoodpoet.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyyygroveee/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/hollyyygrovee
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5JEX_SqcKw
- SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/hollyyygrovee?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
