Projektile: South Trinidad's 6'6" Rapper on his Career and 'The Raid' | Deep Dive Podcast Ep. 1
In this episode, we sit down with Trinidadian rapper Projektile, a towering 6'6" artist hailing from the southern town of Princes Town, or P-Town as the locals call it.
Projektile takes us on a journey through his career as a rapper, from his early days in the local rap scene to ending up with South Side Entertainment, one of the hottest labels in the Caribbean. He shares the challenges he faced along the way as a rapper from a small town in Trinidad trying to make it in the global rap scene, as well as the creative process behind his music.
Then, we dive into one of his most popular songs, "The Raid." Projektile breaks down the meaning behind each verse and shares the personal experiences and societal issues that inspired the song. As a rapper from the streets of P-Town, he brings a unique perspective to the realities of police brutality and systemic injustice in the Caribbean.
Through this in-depth conversation, we gain a deeper understanding of Projektile's journey as a rapper and the impact of his music on his fans and the wider world. Join us for this enlightening episode of "Deep Dive" as we explore the music and message of one of Trinidad's most exciting new voices.