For A.K.A. The Truth, the name itself is a story. One rooted in identity, resilience, and creative self-expression. The moniker stems from the first three letters of his last name, “AKA,” which he says symbolizes a legacy of silencing doubt and standing firm in authenticity. “The Truth” was a serendipitous addition, courtesy of a rap name generator, but it stuck, perfectly capturing his refusal to stray from who he is. “I always have something to say because all I do is live in my truth,” he explains. That mindset isn’t just branding, it’s his essence as an artist.
His journey in music began in late 2019 with Snapchat Freestyle Fridays that quickly caught fire on his college campus. That momentum led him to connect with a local engineer, and before long, he was riding trains to record real songs. The DIY spirit paid off: his first release in early 2020 caught major attention both online and in-person. The validation from peers pushed him to get serious. “When I lock in on something, I give it 110%,” he says. “I did what I said I would and that’s the truth!”
But it wasn’t just the buzz that solidified his path, it was heartbreak. After a painful breakup, he found that his usual outlets like basketball and video games couldn’t touch the emotional weight, so he turned to the mic. That creative outpouring became his foundation as a vocalist and songwriter, unlocking new flows and emotions. His first live performance post-pandemic, in Buffalo, NY, brought the full-circle moment. “I sang the records I wrote in my bedroom…and people I’d never met were whistling, standing, flooding me with love after the show. That’s when I knew I’m truly an artist.”
When asked to describe his sound, A.K.A. The Truth doesn’t mince words. “It’s not a copy, it’s real and fresh – like fruit off the farm, no GMO,” he jokes. His music isn’t trying to fit in. It’s made for those hungry for something honest and timeless. He sees himself as someone reflecting the human experience, his own, and by extension, ours. “I’m human and so is everyone reading this,” he says. “Hopefully, you can take what you want from it…vibes, inspiration, realness.”
Musically, his influences run deep and wide: Michael Jackson, Rexx Life Raj, Jon Bellion, Chris Brown, Usher, A$AP Rocky, Timbaland, Kanye (old Kanye), Jazmine Sullivan, and Jennifer Hudson. Off the mic, Kobe Bryant and his mother remain pillars of inspiration. His writing process is intuitive, pulling from life and emotion more than structure. “I write when it calls to me,” he says. “Sometimes I go back and hear a song I wrote and think, ‘Damn, I wrote that?’ It’s not even me, it’s God using me as a vessel.”
The creative process starts with a beat more often than not. He’ll mumble melodies until something clicks, then layer in words and meaning. Whether working solo or calling up producers like Gramps The Producer or CPDP, the approach is always organic. He doesn’t force records into existence, they come to him when the vibe is right. A track is only done, he says, “when I can play it over and over and never get sick of it.”
At the heart of his music is a message: be real. “There’s power in authenticity and knowing who you are,” he says. It’s why he chose “The Truth” in the first place. His lyrics often explore personal truths and encourage others to reflect on their own. He believes deeply in being honest with yourself first and foremost. “A lot of us live in denial, and that’s unhealthy. The realest thing you can do is acknowledge what you feel and where your boundaries lie.”
Despite this openness, he still keeps parts of himself protected. “I can control what parts of my world I give,” he says. “Some things are meant for me and only me.” His philosophy? Share your dimensions, not your entirety, and always move with intention. For him, living through your passion is the end goal. “Your talent + helping people = your passion,” he explains. That’s the formula he lives by.
But the music industry, he admits, isn’t all glamor. “People don’t see the failed shows, the thousands poured into one track, or the pressure to constantly create content to keep up demand.” The behind-the-scenes grind is real, and it’s easy to burn out, not from music, but from everything that surrounds it. That’s where a solid team comes in. Delegating tasks helps him stay centered on what matters most: the art.
Still, he remains grounded. “I started this to make timeless music that leaves an impact,” he says. And that focus helps him navigate the business side without losing his soul. By constantly learning, staying curious, and remembering his why, he’s found a balance that works. “I compartmentalize the business stuff so I can stay locked into my creative side.”
As for the fun stuff? He climbed Machu Picchu at 19 and had a brief standoff with a llama before posing for a photo. His playlist might raise some eyebrows too: “I got one country song in there, ‘Broadway Girls’ with Lil Durk. It’s a bop, I’m not gon’ lie.” And if he weren’t making music, he’d be exploring the world or using his background in neuroscience to break down complex science for everyday people…but with his own unique flair.
In every dimension – whether as a scientist, storyteller, performer, or thinker, A.K.A. The Truth is living up to his name. He’s not just another voice in the crowd. He’s a presence, a perspective, and a promise: that what you hear is always going to be real.
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