Just few are fortunate enough to discover their real passion. To have your passion coincide with your talent is remarkable, if not utterly impossible. One such blessed is emerging Chicago rapper ToughTonii. A true prodigy of his time, this talented artist believes in making music that is highly relatable. In a world that settles for mediocre, the few musicians like ToughTonii stands out.
ToughTonii is putting on for his city, becoming a brand of ambassador for health and wellness, dope music and Model. He has his own clothing brand and website that you can shop at for his gear Top Gear Tnt. Tonii has been doing his thing since 2015, he has caught the attention of big artists such as Bow Wow, Tee Grizzley, Lil baby and more. ToughTonii is more than a rapper he is a versatile artist he’s more on pushing the new generation then himself.
We recently sat down and talked with the rising Chicago rapper about his residency, as well as his upcoming projects and more. (And if you’ve ever wanted to know more about ToughTonii, we had him answer some fun questions that’ll help you get to know the man behind the name!)
When Did The Idea To Be An Artist Begin?
When I was in 7th grade, I was the problem child & I didn’t know how to express my self. music found me.
Who Has Been Your Source Of Inspiration In Making Music?
Tupac, Eazy E, Gucci, Lil Wayne.
Can You Roughly Outline Your Creative Process – From The Beginning Of An Idea For A Project Or A Collaboration To The Point Of Completion?
My project i started off with building me and my brand late nights no sleep promoting, being on live streams, talking n knowing people, years i been getting my name built now big artists like bow wow, tee grizzly and more know my movement.
How Is The Reality Of Being An Independent Artist/Producer Compared To Your Expectations Of It?
Me being an independent artist I think I can do what I wanna do when I wanna do it and how I wanna do it but in reality everything is off timing, Timing is everything so I can’t I have to wait.
Which State/Country Are You From?
Chicago, Illinois.
What Do You Do To Stay Calm When A Project Is Not Going As Planned?
I go focus on money because my brand always needs something new.
Do You Have Any Insights, Tips, Or Advice For Someone Starting Looking To Start Their Music Career And Looking To Get Into The Music Industry?
What I would tell them is focus on pushing your crave in every angle get as many eyes as you can, The most proud about me was not changing who I am as a person nor losing myself as a human being.
What Are You Most Proud Of In Your Career So Far?
What I’m most proud is I make a lot of ppl believe … I had to get up and make em make boss moves n I’m proud I did that.
What Do You Do When You Don’t Do Music (Creative Or Otherwise) And That You Are Passionate About?
I focus on money.
What Do You Wish You Were Told When You First Started Making Music That You Think Would Help Artists Just Starting Out?
You can be a good rapper but if u don’t have a good heart you might not last long.
Tell Us About Your Upcoming Projects…
I have a big feat artist on my upcoming project and I’m taking over the summer 2023 mark my words.
Any Last Words For The Readers?
Keep pushing no matter how hard it gets, tough times, tough days & tough decisions.
To hear more from ToughTonii and stay up-to-date on his latest projects, you can check him out at the following links:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCDPfcZVpPK3WjgvWHzbjevwm
https://www.instagram.com/toughtonii_wannamill2/
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