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KonFiiDent is a Canada-bred artist who has surely been making a lot of noise in hip-hop these past few months. Now that he has single “Exotics” out and his debut project The Come Up Story, he is on his way to the top of the music scene confidentially. As he continues to make a name for himself and ride the momentum of his latest release, I was able to catch up with him recently to get to know the man behind the music. Check out the interview below as well as his latest project The Come Up Story.

RESPECT.: For those that haven’t heard of KonFiiDent, who is he?

Well first off, I am Nigerian and I grew up in Canada.  I moved from Toronto in 2017 and now I am based in Atlanta, Georgia chasing this music. I had to make a decision to move to Atlanta or LA but I always felt like I had an Atlanta sound to my voice. I would stay in LA for a month and then go to Atlanta the next month to see what felt best. When I came to Atlanta everything just clicked perfectly.

RESPECT.: How did hip-hop fans respond to your music in Atlanta versus back at home in Toronto?

I really have a support system in Toronto but it seems like the people there really don’t mess with you until they see you are popping somewhere else. It wasn’t until I came to Atlanta and really started making moves in the city. Now, the entire city of Toronto is behind my back.

RESPECT.: How long have you been recording music?

I really started taking it seriously when I was 19. I would try to dabble in other things but I knew music was all I wanted to do. I started to take it seriously and really wanted to see where it will take me.

RESPECT.: Why the name KonFiiDent?

I am confident in myself and I want others to be confident in themselves. I always want to send a positive message with my career. I have a brand called KTDA and it stands for keep the dream alive. My team and I really want to spread positivity.

RESPECT.: When did you start garnering  attention from music fans?

The feature I just did with QC’s Lil Baby really garnered a lot of attention. I feel like people really started to see my vision. I also had a feature with Tory Lanez on another track.

RESPECT.: The main single you have out right now is the “Exotics” remix. How did the feature with QC’s Lil Baby come about?

How the remix came about is he heard it and he was really rocking with it and then just jumped on the song.

RESPECT.: You recently dropped your debut project The Come Up Story what does the project mean to you?

Basically, the project sums up everything I was going through prior to the release. Leaving Toronto, coming from Africa, to now being in Atlanta chasing the music dream.

RESPECT.: For those that haven’t heard your music what can they expect before listening?

Something different. My sound is something not everyone heard before. My music is a different vibe. I have a song for everybody.

RESPECT.: Exotics is out, your debut project is out, what is next for KonFiiDent?

A lot is on the way for KonFiiDent. A lot of music videos are on the way and the team and I are about to go on tour for the summer. I am going to keep growing by the minute and continue to put out great music.

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We just can’t keep up with the major moves this recording artist is making.

Konfiident, a rising artist from Toronto, Canada has been garnering a remarkable buzz over the past couple of years and it is really starting to pay off.  The Nigerian-born rapper has teamed up with Quality Control’s Lil Baby for the remix to his hit single “Exotic.” The record was premiered on HotNewHipHop today and really gives us a taste of whats to come.

The music video for the track dropped last month and has accumulated 73+ views on Youtube. If you haven’t already, check out the visual below and stream the remix to “Exotics.” Also, be on the lookout for Konfiident’s new project The Come Up Story Dropping the 24th!

https://soundcloud.com/konfiident-1/5-exotics-remix-ft-lil-baby

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Toronto-Based recording artist Konfiident is confidently coming onto the music scene dropping tracks with catchy singles and memorable music videos. Channeling his emotions into his records, Konfiident returns with his new single “Good Life” produced by ATL Jacob from his project The Come Up Story. His new project is set to release in January of 2018 and also includes his single “EXOTICS” which he recently dropped a visual for.

In early 2011 KonFiiDent was discovered by Jacobi ‘JG’ Guyton, a Tampa, Florida based manager who saw a great potential in the young artist. He was immediately offered a recording deal with up and coming record label “BangKok Records LLC.” In Tampa, Florida. Since then, the rapper has been performing and showcasing his talent frequently all while dropping quality music. Be on the lookout for Konfiident’s new project and check out the new track here.

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KonFiiDent got his start in music by performing in local talent shows and artist showcases throughout the city of Toronto. Thus far, KonFiiDent has opened up shows for several major recording artists and has also released various mix-tapes. KonFiiDent comes to us compliments of Global Power Music Group which is a U.S. recording, management and production company out of Dallas, TX.

Today, KonFiiDent comes bearing a new single and music video entitled “What You Know About Love.” The single has instantly become a fan favorite and has been featured on sites such as; HotNewHipHop, AllHipHop.com and Vevo.com. KonFiiDent is not your typical Emcee on the rise – he’s more like an all-around writer, composer and producer all rolled into one.  The Canadian-based rapper needs no fancy hooks or gimmicks to bring attention to his music he just gets in the studio and creates songs that he feels his fans will enjoy.

KonFiiDent has been putting in work promoting the single, “What You Know About Love” including taking out billboards on major highways and malls in addition to his weekly vlogs. The single has now  taken off, hence the need for a video.

“What You Know About Love” has a wildly infectious hook followed along with lyrics that make every listener want to sing along. The single features a collaboration with a Toronto up and comer Tory Lanez, who has been making major buzz as of late and includes a production from Michigan’s up and coming producer DHamBeatz. The music video is directed by Toronto based director Danny Snow.

“What You Know About Love” is available for purchase on iTunes.com and select retailers.

If you dig the video, make sure to check out Jay Burna’s latest drop, “Jade Ocean,” here on RESPECT.

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