About this episode
NasGotNext discusses his journey as an independent artist and the lessons learned along the way.
🎙️ Soul of the Streets welcomes NasGotNext for a real conversation about growth, purpose, and stepping into the moment. Coming out of New Orleans, NasGotNext opens up about the meaning behind his name, the transition from Nas Got Next to Nas Got Now , and how his supporters helped him realize that his time is not later — it’s now. In this episode, he talks about the pain, discipline, and life lessons behind his music, the importance of quality over quantity, and why staying consistent matters even when the grind gets heavy. From performing with live bands in New Orleans to building his own lane as an independent artist, NasGotNext speaks with hunger, humility, and intention. He also reflects on the artists who shaped him, the responsibility that comes with being heard, and his goal to one day help other artists with the knowledge he wishes he had earlier. ✨ A conversation about patience, purpose, New Orleans energy, and what it means to leave your mark while still becoming. Follow us on IG (@bpemusic | @TheHypeNYC) and X (@TheHypeRadioNYC) for more artist stories that resonate beyond the charts.
People in this episode
Host: Gus Lloyd
Guest: NasGotNext
Topics covered
- growth
- purpose
- independent artist
- New Orleans
- music
- consistency
Keywords
- NasGotNext
- New Orleans
- music
- independent artist
- growth
- purpose
- consistency
Mentioned in this episode
Places: New Orleans
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