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Bobby Jean at La Factoria

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Bobby Jean is an up-and-coming female rapper hailing from New Orleans' infamous Calliope projects. Drawn to the hip-hop culture of her birthplace, she puts forth a captivating display of what it means to be connected with your roots through her music. At a young age, Bobby Jean was offered a record deal, but it was turned down by her mother, who believed school was more important. Nevertheless, once she started singing again, her rise to fame was unstoppable, leading to her being featured in the world's number-one song helping her earn millions of streams. Bobby Jean stands out among other artists due to her ambition, wit, and approachable attitude. Not only is she an exceptional artist, but she is also a remarkable writer. She excels in her thought-provoking, sublime, enchanting and heart felt rhymes, making her an all-rounded force to be reckoned with! She is featured with credits on Drake's "Nice for What" Platinum Single. Bobby Jean is proving she is here to stay with her Grammy-nominated and BMI award-winning music.

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From: New Orleans, LA, United States
Genre: Hip-Hop / Rap
Subgenre: None
Type: Showcase