For emerging artists in the ever changing world of hip hop, creating their own space is their goal. Kache Monet (pronounced Cash Monday) is a rapper who is determined, independent, and raw musical passion. Monet’s journey was born of Cash Money Records influences, with an inspiration from Nipsey Hussle and Kendrick Lamar to navigate through the many steps of her artistic evolution and self belief.
Making beats in 2001 and switching to rapping in 2004, Monet has gone from a backpack rapper with the moniker The Veritable Prophet to a more mainstream artist with a strong message. His latest project isn’t an album it’s a manifesto of personal empowerment, telling listeners to ‘get you own money’ and to take control of their own destinies.
A product of musical family traditions, and a passion that won’t let itself be shackled by industry boundaries, Kache Monet is a new generation of independent artists remaking the formula for success in song by song.
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What is your stage nameKache Monet (pronounced Cash Monday)
Is there a story behind your stage name?My brother created my stage name in 2008, since we both were fans of cash money records growing up.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration from listening to artists like Nipsey Hussle, The Game, Little Brother, Kendrick Lamar, etc.
What was the role of music in the early years of your life?The role of music to me was watching MTV and BET and learning the structures of rapping and beat making, along with listening to the radio.
Who inspired you to be a part of the music industry?My mother was part of the church choir, and I always loved music. My brother had a band briefly and it promoted and inspired me to make music myself.
How did you learn to sing/write/to play?I learned to write basically by ear, and make beats. I started making beats in 2001, and 3 years later in 2004, I started rapping. Doing everything myself , I had a lot of errors, but learned a long the journey.
Did your style evolve since the beginning of your career?My style has definitely evolved. I used to be a backpack rapper by the name of The Veritable Prophet, until I changed more into a mainstream style in 2008.
Who do you see as your main competitor?I don’t really have competition. Since I always did my own thing. But artists like J Cole, who does all of his own production, inspired me to be more independent.
If it wasn’t a music career, what would you be doing?My interests outside of music is working out, going to church, enjoying time with my new wife, family, etc.
I would be doing more working out, fitness goals, if I didn’t do music. Fitness is a big deal to me. And traveling more.
What is the biggest problem you have encountered in the journey of music?My biggest issue is that musicians don’t really network well enough. I want to take my career to the next level, but it’s about making a hit song and finding the right people to take it to the next level. I pray this opens those doors.
If you could change one thing in the music industry, what would it be?I would change how the industry is now to what it used to be. Where a label would scout you out and give you a chance instead of having to rely heavily on social media. It’s harder to be discovered with how saturated the music industry is. But the advantage is, we as musicians control our success. But again, you have to find the right people to get your music heard to get to the next level in your career.
Why did you choose this as the title of this project?Because Racks or money encourages peopleto go and get it, and not rely on others to put your destiny in others hands. In other words, get your own money and live in your own time and means.
I chose this title because money is a huge motivatior for everyone, as we all need money to survive.
Do you have any artistic collaboration plansMy plan is to make more motivating songs to inspire others and hopefully collaborate with major artists like The Game, Tommy Richman, etc when I reach that next level in my music career.
What message would you like to give to your fans?
Never give up on your dreams. Don’t let anyone determine your destiny. And never stop trying, no matter how many times you fail. Eventually, you’ll succeed.
