Today we’d like to introduce you to Kyle Young.
Hi Kyle, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I started rapping in 2003, writing lyrics in my notebook during my senior year of high school. Hip-hop became my way of expressing myself—no gimmicks, just raw lyricism. Over the years, I’ve balanced my music with my work as a producer and director at Joe Young Entertainment.
Outside of music, I’m always creating—whether it’s digital art, games, or film projects. I’ve worked on everything from behind-the-scenes content to documentaries like Kemet Gems: Connecticut, which highlights Black history in my home state. My journey hasn’t been traditional, but that’s what makes it unique.
Now, I’m focused on pushing my music forward while blending it with tech, AI, and storytelling. Hip-hop is a young man’s sport, but skill and vision matter most to me. I’m just getting started.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It hasn’t been a smooth road. The struggles have shaped me just as much as the wins.
Early on, finding my lane in hip-hop was tough. I’m not the typical “street rapper,” and the industry often favors a certain image. Being a pure lyricist meant I had to grind harder. Plus, balancing music with my work in film and digital art stretched me thin.
And just when things start to click, life has a way of throwing the unexpected your way—especially when you’re already struggling. But those challenges reveal what truly matters, showing you who’s real and what’s worth your time.
Through it all, I’ve learned that obstacles don’t stop the vision—they refine it. I’m still here, still creating, and still pushing forward.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a rapper, digital artist, and producer—but at the core, I’m a storyteller. Whether through music, film, or interactive media, I create experiences that engage people.
Lyrically, I keep it real—authentic storytelling is key, but I’m not above a trend. What sets me apart is that I’m not just an artist; I’m a builder. I connect different creative worlds and push boundaries.
Right now, I’m especially proud of Accountability. I made it from scratch—started with an AI-generated beat. It was a tough start, but after Miles Elliot remade the beat, it all came together. The process reminded me that sometimes you have to start, even if it’s not perfect.
Ultimately, I want my work to inspire, challenge, and push things forward—whether it’s hip-hop, film, or digital art.
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I’m a Gemini, so I was half introverted, half extroverted—depending on the mood and environment. I was super shy at first but could become very popular once I warmed up.
In elementary and middle school, I was borderline class clown, always joking around. By high school, I became more reserved—not shy, but not one to speak first. I was more of an observer.
What never changed was my love for art. I’ve been drawing since I was young and always noticed details in animation, design, and music that most people overlooked. I was social, hung with friends, but always had that laid-back, “chill” energy—always thinking.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.thekyleyoung.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekyleyoung
- Twitter: https://www.x.com/thekyleyoung
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/kyleyoung
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekyleyoung_
