Finding a recognizable sound in hip-hop can be difficult, particularly in a genre where artists are constantly borrowing from one another, and new styles emerge every year. CeeGramz, however, believes an artist should be identifiable without needing to be compared to someone else. That philosophy carries into his new single, “Deli,” offering another opportunity for the South Jersey rapper to establish what makes his music different.
CeeGramz has never been interested in limiting his musical tastes to one particular era or style. His influences stretch from the soulful musicianship of Billy Preston to the pop legacy of Michael Jackson, while hip-hop figures such as 50 Cent and Ja Rule helped shape his interest in melodic rap. He describes his style as melodic trap, drawing inspiration from artists who understood how to incorporate memorable melodies into rap records. Rather than simply following the sounds currently dominating the genre, CeeGramz has focused on developing an approach that reflects his own personality and musical interests.
A Sound Shaped by Different Musical Influences
CeeGramz’s background has also played a role in the way he approaches music. Although Camden, New Jersey, is where his story began, he spent much of his life moving between different communities across the country. From Willingboro and Sicklerville to Georgia, Texas, Colorado, Kansas, and Connecticut, those experiences introduced him to different artists and musical environments.
He believes his broad exposure helped his understanding of music and gave him opportunities to learn from recording artists with different backgrounds. Instead of being tied to a single regional sound, he has taken elements from those experiences and incorporated them into his own work.
His connection to South Jersey nevertheless remains an important part of his identity. CeeGramz proudly refers to himself as Mister South Jersey, a distinction he intends to maintain regardless of where his music takes him.
“Deli” Introduces a Different Perspective
While his influences help explain the musical foundation behind CeeGramz’s work, “Deli” also reflects a change in the stories he wants to tell. His previous album, Corner Store Candy, centered heavily on hustling and street-related experiences. With “Deli,” he is moving toward material that carries a different perspective.
The shift is not about abandoning the identity that helped establish him as an artist. CeeGramz is more interested in showing listeners that his catalog can cover a different ground than the subjects explored in his earlier releases.
When asked what he hopes audiences recognize about his artistry, his answer comes down to one quality. “Originality is everything,” he says. “And that’s what CeeGramz is. Original.”
More Releases Planned After November 13th
“Deli” is also part of a broader return to releasing music consistently. After spending time concentrating on production work for other artists, CeeGramz is putting renewed attention into his own recording schedule. His next single, “LaLa,” is set to arrive on Christmas Day in December, followed by plans for a new release approximately every month over the next year.
The singles will eventually lead into First They Love You, the first album in a planned trilogy that will continue with Then They Hate You, and Then They Love You Again. He is also developing Corner Store Corner, a toy and merchandise brand that expands his work beyond music.
With “Deli,” CeeGramz is giving listeners another look at the direction of his artistry. The release marks the next step in a catalog built around his own influences, experiences, and creative identity.
Check out CeeGramz “Deli” below:
https://open.spotify.com/track/7eNsDJP0nneeLM4YpR9nRH
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