Interview: WhiteBoyPhilly of Uzi Boys

By Julian Cuebas

I got a chance to interview Uzi Boy’s WhiteBoyPhilly for Tha Milk Drop. Here’s what I learned about one of the members from Chattanooga’s hottest rap group!

Who is WhiteBoyPhilly? Has your name changed since you started?
Philly: I had a friend that I used to make music with he used to call me White Boy Philly. He was a good friend of mine, but he died. So as a remembrance thing I go by WhiteBoyPhilly. I changed it for the appeal.

What genre/style of genre would you place yourself in?
Philly: I make rap music, but I also sing. I just like to make music.

How has your music changed since you first started?
Philly: Hahaha, I used to have a Mac Miller style flow (I grew up listening to him, he was a big influence). Now I just try to be myself and just be creative.

What is your music scene like? Rate it from 1-10.
Philly: I’m in a group called Uzi Boys, we do a lot of shows and every single show is crazy, we get hype and just have fun. With that being said, the Chattanooga rap scene is awesome. Within our circle there are a lot of promising artists: Me, Devonte Ze, Keadrean, Professor Finesser, Apollo the Gemini, and a few more. I would rate the artists in our circle  10/10

What advice do you have for other creators?
Philly: Don’t try to be something you’re not. If you like something, there is a 100% chance at least, of the 7 billion people on this planet, someone will love it too. Just do you.

What’s a project you are working on right now?
Philly: I’m working on a few singles to put out within the next couple months. I’m trying to put at least one single out a month. I have a song with Apollo the Gemini that is supposed to come out at the end of this month. It’s a crazy song.

Do you prefer collaborations or working alone?
Philly: I like collaborations way more! I like working with other creative people, it makes the music that much better.

Anything else you would like to say?
Philly: I have a website: WhiteBoyPhilly.com go check that out! If you like my music don’t hesitate to message me and tell me, it definitely is encouragement to make more!

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