Originally from Chicago, I relocated to Mississippi at the age of 13. I attended Vaiden High School and subsequently joined the US Navy after graduating. I served for 8 years and had the opportunity to visit places such as Naples, Italy, Barcelona, Greece, Rome, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, and the Canary Islands, among others. After returning to Mississippi, I worked as a correctional officer for about a year before enrolling at Kaplan University to study criminal justice. Shortly thereafter, I took on various roles in nursing homes and hospitals as a director of environmental services. I have lived in Texas, Virginia, and am currently based in Baltimore. I also started my own business, Next Phas Enterprise LLC, which now allows me more time to focus on my music.