“Most people who give me feedback on my music tell me that they can't think of another artist that reminds them of me. I embrace that, and continue to make music that’s true to who I am.”
San Francisco native and current resident Kaly Jay (Javonte Holloway) prides himself on his unique hip-hop style. (Kaly is his middle name and friends call him Jay, hence the artist name.) When asked to describe his music, he says, “I would describe my music as uplifting, introspective, thought-provoking, and slappin'. What makes my work unique is how it makes listeners want to dance and get hyphy, but at the same time hold onto the message that the lyrics convey.” Jay says being in San Francisco and growing up in the Western Addition has played a role in his music. “Yes, I know for a fact that growing up in the Fillmore/ San Francisco has greatly influenced my artistry. As a rapper, where you come
from is a huge part of your image because you act as a representative from your city or neighborhood. I feel like it's been that way since the beginning of hip hop.”
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