If you’re looking for someone who fits neatly in a box, Gio probably isn’t your guy. Formerly known as G Frio, Gio hails from Queens, NY—a place that’s shaped him, but doesn’t define him. “Artist” is the label he claims, not just “rapper.” And honestly, after hearing him talk about what drives him, you get why.
“I completely understand my sound can’t be for everyone, but it could be for many,” Gio says. He’s not chasing trends or trying to fit a radio formula. Instead, he’s making music that means something to him, chasing the feeling that first pulled him into this world: passion, sonics, frequencies, and the pure joy of creating. “Even if I’m doing things other than music, I just gravitate right back into it out of passion.” For Gio, music isn’t just a hobby or a hustle—it’s the place he always returns to, no matter how long the break.
And he’s honest about the journey. He’s not claiming to be a superstar. He’s not even trying to be. “I’m not a big artist, I’m not even known like that, but it’s a huge difference from just a year ago and I’m grateful for life.” That gratitude runs deep. Gio talks about self-doubt and the struggle to “lock in.” But he also talks about the people who saw something in him when he couldn’t see it himself—people who pushed him to put his ideas out, because they truly enjoyed what he was making.
“I started doing it for the love of music and then continued to do it for those who loved it too,” he says. That’s what keeps him going—the messages, the support, the connections with real people who vibe with his sound. He’s not trying to win everyone over. He just wants to make music for people who get it, and if you’re one of those people, he appreciates you more than you know.
Looking ahead, Gio’s got a new project coming soon. If you caught the end of his “MISS ME” music video on YouTube, you already know the announcement is out there. He’s keeping the details close for now, but he says the project is a mix of things that just feel right. “It’s an awesome feeling,” he says, “and I think it could be enjoyed by anyone who taps in.”
So, who is Gio? He’s an artist in the truest sense—someone who’s always trying to make something better than what came before, always evolving, always open. “You can choose to read me or put me down. New chapters are always created, but the cover stays the same till the end.” That’s the vibe.
If you’re searching for music that’s honest, real, and built on a foundation of passion (with a Queens twist), Gio might just be your next favorite artist. Check him out and see if you catch the frequency.
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Much love, Gio. The world’s listening.
