Baby Jungle Speaks: Music as Therapy in His Own Words

Author
Valentina Reynolds

29 February, 2024

In an industry where authenticity can sometimes take a backseat to commercial success, Baby Jungle remains unwavering in his commitment to his unique style. Originally from Macon, GA and now based in Atlanta, dubbed “the mecca for hip hop,” his creative playground. Baby Jungle found himself drawn to the city’s vibrant music scene.

Collaborating with producers who shared his vision, he felt a deeper connection to his craft, eliminating the need for translation in the creative process.

With over 54,755 monthly Spotify listeners, Baby Jungle’s music resonates strongly in urban hubs like LA, New York, Chicago, and Toronto. Since entering the music scene he’s maintained a steady trajectory, consistently dropping tracks and keeping the momentum alive.

Offering glimpses of his life within his music, Baby Jungle’s tracks such as ‘No Dissin’, and Green Light (feat. Hendrix Smoke) captivates listeners, drawing them into his narrative and sound. Reflecting on his musical style, Baby Jungle explains, “I feel like I have a unique sound. It’s the perfect mix of edgy flow patterns and melodies”, incorporating 99’s – 2000’s rap.

When asked about his artistic intentions, Baby Jungle’s response is as multifaceted as his music. “Different songs evoke different feelings,” he explains. “Sometimes I want people to have fun and pop it. Sometimes I want to encourage people where I’m from. Sometimes I want to help people dealing with depression.”

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Looking into his extensive catalogue, spanning from early 2019 with tracks like “Joker Jungle, The Purge and 4 Real.” To his latest release, “Slide Bout It,” dedicated to his late brother, Baby Jungle showcases his versatility and emotional depth. He invites listeners into his world through his music. In our interview, he spoke about music being his form of therapy, as it is for many artists. Those moments when there is left little room for conversation but the white paper and dark ink gives him a space to place his emotions.

Remaining authentic in an ever-evolving industry presents its challenges, but for Baby Jungle, authenticity is innate. “My fanbase appreciates my genuine music,” he acknowledges humbly. “They connect with me when I remain true to myself.” Inspired by icons like Lil Baby, Juice WRLD, NBA Youngboy, and LilDurk, he seeks global recognition while staying true to his craft.

Baby Jungle gives us a glimpse into his creative process, mentioning his studio essentials as “Weed, pretty women, and water.” He recently hosted a listening party in Miami ahead of his highly anticipated project ‘Jungle Book,” featuring collaborations with artists like Lil Gotit on “Type Sh!t” and Luh Tyler on “Groove In”. The project is due to drop April 2024, make sure you tap in!

Author
Valentina Reynolds

29 February, 2024

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