From trend to images and hearth bars, Brooklyn’s Kai Ca$h blends type, legacy, and self-made ambition right into a voice for the subsequent technology of hip-hop.
Kai Ca$h stopped by Streetz 94.5 and rolling out to debate his work.
Thanks for stopping by. I do know it’s been a busy day.
Yeah, it’s a working day. I find it irresistible although. No complaints.
Y’all had been caught in visitors. How’s Atlanta visitors examine to New York?
Slightly higher right here. Extra lanes. However the drivers? [They’re] treacherous. I don’t know if it’s the transplants or natives, nevertheless it’s wild.
However a minimum of we let of us over, proper?
Undoubtedly. I didn’t imagine in southern hospitality till I moved right here. Individuals are really good. In New York, we begin with hostility. Right here, it’s calm till you push somebody too far.
You’re recognized for storytelling and substance. In case your life was a film, what’s the title?
“Start within the Borough.” That was additionally the title of my first undertaking. It’s becoming.
And who’s directing it?
Spike Lee. I really like dolly photographs. Gotta be Spike.
You’re a self-proclaimed pc nerd with design chops. How would your avatar look?
I’d have totally different skins. One all-black match with a pop on the sneakers, my GN chain and ring. … [A] third could be a sweatsuit with a decent knit beanie, my pockets chain, possibly a mic or briefcase. And a few cash, gotta have that.
You’re into images and New York dances. Would you moderately take the very best shot or do the very best dance in that shot?
That’s powerful. However I’d say the photographer. I wish to seize the second and be part of it.
You’ve acquired household ties to Junior M.A.F.I.A. and Biggie. If you happen to may convey again one period of hip hop?
Undoubtedly the 90s. That golden period. I used to be born late in it however acquired simply sufficient to get impressed. The type, the power, the unity. I’d’ve liked to kick it with Large, Pac, Aaliyah, Left Eye. It was simply totally different again then.
You’ve completed rather a lot: music, trend, design. If you happen to needed to give one as much as stage up one other, which would it not be?
In all probability the garments. I spent a variety of time on trend, however wanting again, I ought to’ve given rap extra gentle earlier. … Simply want I shifted the main target sooner.
Let’s discuss music. You’re streaming huge numbers. What’s fueling your drive?
Seeing how far I’ve come. I dropped my first DSP monitor in 2018. It’s been a journey since, however all the expansion got here from ardour and consistency. Music is my old flame. … That is my reward from God. I can’t let it go.
At a Kai Ca$h present, what ought to followers anticipate?
Three issues. First, a variety of recreation. … Second, an actual efficiency. I don’t rap over vocals. It’s simply me, giving it my all. Third, relatability. I need of us to see I’m identical to them. … I need them to go away pondering, “I can do that too.”
Time for some favorites. Which borough has the very best meals?
Brooklyn.
New York pizza or Chicago deep dish?
New York, no query. Deep dish is cool, however I simply need a slice.
Greatest females?
Brooklyn once more.
After the studio, what’s your go-to snack?
Jalapeno chips. Each time.
The place can the folks discover you?
“Money Guidelines” is out now. Comply with me all over the place: @KaiCa$h — that’s Ok-A-I-C-A-$-H. … Similar title throughout all platforms.