Independent artist Shotta Kush is preparing to release his upcoming EP Tales of a Lonesome Trapper Part One, a project that blends raw emotion with melodic trap pop. With a new distribution deal through Empire, the Charlotte-based artist is carving out his own space in the music world by telling deeply personal stories shaped by hardship, resilience, and mental health battles.
Though he now calls Charlotte home, Shotta Kush‘s journey began in New Rochelle, New York, and took him through small-town Michigan and the streets of Miami Gardens before he found his footing in the Carolinas. Along the way, he faced more than just the typical struggles of an independent musician living with glaucoma and bipolar disorder has been a constant challenge, but one that’s also helped him craft a unique and brutally honest sound.
“I’ve always felt like an outsider,” he shares, “but music’s been the one thing that’s never left me.” That sentiment runs through his tracks, which are less about glamorizing street life and more about surviving it. His storytelling dives into themes of trust, perseverance, and building something real in a world that often feels fake. Shotta Kush strips the gloss off trap music, opting instead to show the pain, isolation, and slow grind behind the hustle.
Musically, he draws influence from legends like Future, Drake, Lil Wayne, Money Man, and Anuel AA, but it’s his vulnerability that sets him apart. His lyrics reflect the mental weight of balancing ambition with inner demons, and his melodic trap style adds emotional weight to every bar. Having earned an associate’s degree in business administration, he’s seen the struggle of trying to fit into a system not built for people like him, an experience that’s deeply woven into his lyrics.
Tales of a Lonesome Trapper Part One, set to drop in July 2025, is a reflection of that reality. The EP leans into themes of independence, family loyalty, and making music with purpose, not just for flexing. With the support of Empire, Shotta Kush is stepping into a bigger spotlight while staying grounded in his roots and mission.
Listeners can explore his growing catalog on Spotify and stay connected through Instagram and TikTok. For exclusive content, music videos, and more, fans should check out his YouTube channel and follow along as Shotta Kush continues to turn life’s hardest moments into powerful music.
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