How to Become a Successful Local Rap Artist

Many people want to become a rap star.  This has never been more so than the booming of the rap industry.  Most wannabe rappers want to be like the rappers they idolize such as Jay-Z, Eminem and 2Pac.  But just because you know all the words to every Eminem song, does not make you a rap artist.  To become a great rapper, you have to start somewhere.

• Write, write and write some more.  Get a notebook and start writing lyrics that come to mind.  Carry the notebook with you everywhere you go so when you get an idea you can write it down.  It doesn’t have to be an entire song, just whatever comes to mind.  Most rap songs are songs about life.  Think about the songs that Eminem writes and performs.  All those songs are songs he writes from his heart and soul.  When writing lyrics, you need to dig down deep into the pit of your soul.  Once you have a bunch of lyrics, try creating a song.  You may have to add some other lyrics as well.


• Register the lyrics with pulsating sounds.  With today’s great and advancing technology, you can actually record your own demo at home.  While that may be an option, a recording studio is a better choice.  Be aware that a recording session could run you thousands of dollars.


• Submit your demo tape to every local club you can locate in your area as well as those in surrounding areas. Wait a few days and then call the person in charge of the club and ask if they have received your demo and what their reaction was.  You want to be adamant and determined because this is how you will get gigs.


• Allure everyone you know once you do receive a playing show.  Additionally, entice local record producers and record agents to your performance.  This is the best way to get your music out.


• Create a music website.  You want to post some of your tracks on your site so people will know the type of music you perform.  Be sure to add a link so people can purchase your CD demo.  Post reviews that you have received from past shows as well as photos.  Include any upcoming gigs you may have.


• Get your music out any way you can.  Hand out business cards to people.  Post flyers at record stores.