Today we’d like to introduce you to Nana.
Hi Nana, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I was born in Sacramento, California. I came to Atlanta to attend Clark Atlanta University and pursue music. Since then, I’ve been working on new sounds and expanding my love for music. Atlanta is such a great place to learn history of Black music as well as be ahead of the game when it comes to new music trends.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The road has not been smooth, but I don’t think I would change it. It’s normal stuff for the most part, struggling in adulthood, stress, family issues, just life. Sometimes it can take away your joy and leave you baron inside. That’s not the energy you can bring into your music. So my biggest struggle is keeping my head in the music despite all of life’s distractions.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I am a rapper, but I have done a lot more than that in my career. I am also a singer, writer, ghostwriter, and creative director. I’m most proud of my first music video. Not to compare, but I don’t know many artists whose first video was as good as mine. And I funded it all from my pocket. I look forward to bringing more of my ideas to life like that. I saw it in my head and we made it happen. It looks great.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
I see West Coast and Midwest music taking over. I’ve said this a long time ago, but now it’s starting to really come into fruition. I’ve been walking down the street and heard Mozzy, who came where I’m from, playing out of someone’s window. Larry June, Cash Kidd, Remble, Sada Baby, all these artists have been able to gain an influence in the south that is unforeseen in my time in music.
Contact Info:
- Email: nanagnarly@gmail.com
- Instagram: Nanagnarly
- Twitter: Nanagnarly
