HipHop and Hype interviews Richmond artist Phoenix

Thank you for spending time with us Phoenix. Please introduce yourself to our readers and tell us where you’re from.
Hello Everyone, My name is Phoenix and I am hailing from Richmond,Virginia

Tell us the origin behind your name.
My name originates from the mythological creature named “Phoenix”. Phoenix is a bird that lives 500 years , but eventually dies and sets itself on fire. Only to be reincarnated,renewed and restored. In correlation to my life I was going through a time in my life where I was shedding off my old wing and being transformed into the artist that I am today.

What made you decide music was your passion?
Music has always been my passion. I knew at a young age that I wanted to be a professional singer.

How would you describe your style of music?
My style of music is whatever I’m feeling at the time. If I want to write a Pop, R&B, Gospel ,or Country song I”ll do just that. I don’t put myself in a box because that’s what people will always expect out of me. I want my fans to be open to trying different genres.

Tell us about the single ‘Grown’ you are currently pushing and where it’s available.
Grown is a song that I’ve written about an experience I had with an older gentleman who took my breath away and left me speechless. I’ve never encountered anything like it before so I just had to let everyone in on this life changing event. “Grown” is now available on all platforms NOW!

What else can we catch you doing besides Music?
Acting and Entrepreneurship

What’s next for you?
I will be dropping another single this year titled “you gone feel it”. Then in 2021 I will be releasing my Visual EP.

Where can we keep up with you online?
Instagram,Facebook: @theonlyonephoenix Twitter: @theonlyonephnx

Any S/O’s?
Shout out to Newtron who produced the beat. A special thanks to both of my engineers on this track Gabe and Stroud and to my team because without them my life would be extremely hard.