Words From RJ

Diamond Holly
Jun 4, 2023
3 min read

Updated: Jun 8, 2023

June 8th, 2023

RJ has established an extraordinary career as a podcast host, where he skillfully engages with a diverse range of talented individuals. His conversations are authentic and raw with profound meaning, leaving a lasting impact on his listeners. Additionally, RJ has began a music career, using his lyrics to spread impactful messages that denounce violence and promote positivity. Beyond his creative pursuits, he remains deeply committed to his community, striving to uplift others and inspire them to become their best selves.

When did you first develop your passion for podcasting and music?

I developed my passion for podcasting, because I simply talk a lot, but I felt the things that I had to say, a lot of people should hear. And that’s exactly what it was. I have always made music my entire life, I’ve always been musically inclined. I recently found out that my mother makes music as well and writes poems.

What is the most important lesson you’ve learned over the years doing social media?

One of the most important things I’ve learned is that social media is not real life! I also learned to not 100% depend on social media as a stream of income. These social media algorithms are crazy. One day you’re online business could be making 100K in the next month you’re only making 5K a month due to Instagram and TikTok algorithms.

How has being a Podcast Host & Music impacted your life?

Podcasting allowed me to meet and connect with a lot of great people and also change a lot of peoples lives. In return that gave me true joy and happiness, because I was simply just chasing my dreams and it came with good relationships, a good following and money lol music is simply just a gift of mine. I don’t think I necessarily want to be big in the industry just because I know what goes on, but I do feel my voice deserves to be hard so I don’t think I’ll ever stop making music.

Who are some of your biggest inspirations?

Some of my biggest inspirations include David Shands, Donni Wiggins, Wall Street trapper.

Most memorable moment in your career?

The most memorable moment that just came to my mind is when I uploaded my very first podcast episode. I got so much support and love at first to the point one of the messages someone sent me made me said it’s here. It’s also memorable because since that day, I probably haven’t seen so much support up until I started reaching goals and accomplishments. I say that to say they support you when you first start some thing, but keep in mind who stays supporting you as you’re building your business, and growing, then pay attention to who congratulate you when you start to reach success.

What advice do you have for aspiring artist, entrepreneurs, and podcast host?

Some advice I have for aspiring entrepreneurs in Podcasters or just someone with the voice. I will say chase your dreams, and simply be you. Do not be nobody else under any circumstances rather, it’s for a check or someone who has a high influence over you. Your dreams in your life is not meant for anyone else to understand but you. We all have different journeys, so it's important to never compare yourself to anybody else.

How do you stay inspired and continue to grow artist?

I stay inspired by simply always wanting to grow. I feel I’ve endured some pain throughout my life, so I recently learned how to turn the pain into passion, and that’s through making music. What keeps me motivated is wanting my freedom and protecting my peace.

What message or impact do you hope to leave on people?

When I die, I want people to remember me for simply being me and chasing my dreams. I want people to remember me for a standing focus, right and being righteous, but also being a giver, and not doing things for money. I want to encourage people to chase their dreams, no matter what. I need my people to remember who they are and not what society tells them.

What's your endgame? What do you ultimately hope to accomplish in the future?

My endgame is to honestly run my businesses and my voice have an impact on people to the point where if I wanted to, I could just do music. Music is my gift, so I feel it’s only right music be somewhere in my endgame.