Virginia native Rakeeb Wize, a father and Recording Artist currently residing in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, developed the interest of music at the age of 12 years old. Later on, manifesting an interest to study traditional Hip hop and the art of emceeing between the ages of 15 and 16 years old.
Broadening his musical horizons by listening to genres like R&B, Soul, Rock, Alternative and a variety of foreign genres, this allows Rakeeb to be a layered artist. Compounding that with what he’s learned from studying the careers, artistic journeys, creative processes of the most innovative and successful artists to date, Wize continues to elevate as a recording artist.
The multifaceted artist encompasses a universal spirit, connecting with individuals from all walks of life. Rakeeb Wize has developed a broad perspective that allows him to not only connect and relate to people as an artist but also as a person.
No matter where you’re from, what your background is, what your ethnicity is, Wize’s goal is to create music that can connect to you in some way. His music is authentic and full of soul. It’s full of pain, love, hope, doubt, anger, and just pure emotion.
Rakeeb doesn’t want to portray himself as a perfect artist or person but known for his passion for creating music that positively influences the minds.