Featured: Yung Texxus

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Words by: Hallway Jay
Yung Texxus - The Savior
In 2005, Texx gained national exposure in “The Source Magazine” and went on to drop a slew of underground smashes such as “Drank in My Cup”, “I Gits the Money" ft. Big Hood Boss, Tum Tum (DSR/Universal) and “Still in Love with my Ex (Remix)” with Kelly Rowland. His work with D.J. Scream on “Believe the Hype” placed him at the forefront of underground Southern Hip-Hop. Since 2005 you may have seen Yung Texxu$ pop up in magazines, Hip-Hop DVD’s, or websites, but for now the rest of his tale has yet to be written. At many times Texx finds himself walking the thin line between the streets and music. Enveloped by the underworld he can’t leave and trapped by his obsession to ascend to the heights of Hip-Hop royalty, Texx is currently working on his debut album “The Underground Prince”, scheduled for release in 2007. Only time will tell how his saga will end.
illRoots: Okay, weve been friends for a little time now. Where are you in your career, and what steps can you say helped you get this far?

Yung Texxus: Well, My career is just starting. I'm just beginning to make my mark on the game. I've come a long way, But I still have quite a way to go. The major thing that has helped me in my career has been my grind, and my relationships with others. The Dj's (Dj Scream, Dj Ampz, Dj Blurray,Dj Clue, Dj Storm, Dj Explicit, Dj Know Skillz, Dj Amaze, Dj Tlay)..and so many more, if i forgot any one please forgive me, I got you on the next one...lol. Also, my fellow artists my whole State City Music Family, My Cuzzin Spark Dawg and Green City, Panama Whuddup!! And Last but not least a strong management team and Support system, Shot out to Jay Classik and the Whole Hustle Fam Movement, and All the Hustle Squad DJ's. Also, My Patna Reg Hudson and Fire Eye Ent. Who's heading up My Marketing and Promo Team for State City music!
illRoots: I know Scarface signed Green City and your album "Brand New Money" is coming out on his label. How has that process been working with a legend?

Yung Texxus: It was a dream come true. You know, growing up I listened to Scarface. He's a legend in the game. Next thing I know, we dropping tracks together, It was unbelievable. I'll always have love for Uncle Face, he gave us a really big Look. The Source Magazine, XXL Magazine. In the review our album recieved a XL. We also recieved press in Ozone Magazine, We we're nominated for an Ozone Award (Patiently Waiting: Texas) We didn't win, but being nominated was an honor. Shot out to my big Homie Tum Tum, Who took home the award!

illRoots: I’ve known all about State City please; elaborate on that a little?

Yung Texxus: State City Music is my record label, and My Group "S.C.G.'z" which stands for" State City Gangsta, & the Stocking Cap Gang" We formed it in 2002..we have several different members..(Myself, SLuggz The Don, N.I.S.H., J.Lex, J Dot R, K WaL, and Money who happens to be Co- Ceo) We are a very diverse group of individuals, We have members from New York City, Delaware, and Texas. Look out for our Mix-Album "Enemy of The State" Dropping First Quarter of 08'. You can also download our latest mixtape "Welcome II State City Vol.2" on Datpiff.com just search "State City".
illRoots: What is the biggest influence in your life?
Yung Texxus: I would have to say My Family. I do my music for them, i want to provide them with the lifestyle i think they deserve. I come from nothing but hard times, so thats all i know. Im built for this shit! Where other niggas whithered and Died, thats where i survived. I also want my life to have meaning. I want to be remembered when im gone. I want niggas to look back at the things i've accomplished and be like "Damn, he really made it"..lol
illRoots: If you were to work with one artist that isn't hip-hop or R&B who would it be? and why?
Yung Texxus: Good Question....lol..hmmmm..let me think. I could git down wit Fall Out Boy...I just dig what they do...lol..I always wanted to perform with a band.
illRoots: How is it working with Desert Storm South?

Yung Texxus: It's beautiful..Clue has taught me alot of things...and just being under his wing is great. Storm! What it Dew Homie!
illRoots: I notice that Yung Joc is featured on "Buss It Open" how was it working with Joc and is there any other features we should look out for?

Yung Texxus: The Joc thing came about outta the blue. Joc was up at the station wit Clue, and Clue happened to be spinning it. Joc really liked it and asked "Who is that?" Clue was like "Thats my artist Yung Texxus" Before i knew it, I had the Buss It Open Remix Ft. Joc! Bigg upps To the Whole Block Ent. and Bad Boy South!

illRoots: What is the hardest part of your everyday schedule?

Yung Texxus: I wouldn't say my days are hard..maybe long. (No homo) ..lol....But shit, I live in the moment. If I feel like writting a record, I write, If i like smoking a blunt, or drinking a beer I do it. My life's actually pretty simple.
illRoots: Now every interview they always ask who your influences were well I'm gonna change that if I were to ask you "How can you influence Hip-Hop? what would you say?
Yung Texxus: I would say i would influence hip hop by just being myself. Im not tryna be something I'm not. I know the fans hear this all the time, however, What i rap about is what i truly do! Im not afraid to express myself, or share my inner feelings with my listeners. I'm also not afraid to try new and different things, I think im one of the most versatile up and coming artists! In 2005 "The Source magazine" Qouted in My Unsigned hype article. " There's a new breed of MC taking over the industry, Including some one who can switch up flows and styles faster than you can turn the lights on" Most of My Fans have Never met me, But They all feel like they know me. I just keep it Trill in my music.
illRoots: Thanks man the its always a pleasure talking to you.

Yung Texxus: Thank you Jay..The pleasures all mine! Make sure Yall look out for My Mixtape "Savior of The Durty" Dropping 1st quarter of 08' "Enemey of The State" and the new Green City Project, "Then you git the Power"! Also check me out on myspace www.myspace.com/yungtexxusakamistagreen and for anyone tryna contact me hit me at: [email protected].