Open Space: Shy Glizzy | Mass Appeal

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Published 2018-01-04
Shy Glizzy might just be entering the consciousness of some rap fans, but the D.C. native has been prominently killing shit for several years, dating (at least) back to 2014, when his breakout hit "Awwsome" made an impact on the Billboard Hot 100. Since then, he's been on quite a ride, from changing his name temporarily (El Jefe) to collaborating with industry giants like Jeezy and Trey Songz.

Oh, and did we mention "Crew"?

When Goldlink's "Crew," which originally featured Glizzy and Sonder singer Brent Faiyaz, dropped early on in 2017, everyone in D.C. knew it was a smash. The rest of the world learned that by the time summer came; the GRAMMYs confirmed it when they rolled out their 2018 nominations in December. But the song, and his verse on it, means more to Glizzy than just another opportunity to see his name in lights.

"That verse meant so much to the culture this year, and they just overlooked it," says Glizzy of his performance on "Crew." It's his belief that had more top tier artists and celebrities known how big the song was going to be, they would've been less stingy with their support in promoting it. That said, he isn't too bothered . "It's about staying in my lane and not wanting to be accepted."

Watch the D.C. rep further discuss "Crew," working with Virginia rep Trey Songz, his acclaimed 'Quiet Storm' album and more above.

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All Comments (21)
  • @Kampsy
    Swish im ballin Im so awesome One of the most underrated rappers in the game
  • @MerkhVision
    Glizzy a real one, mad respect. U could tell he still dealin wit sum shit. He had just lost his boy 30 not too long before this. And based on what he sayin here he still got one foot in the streets even tho he got a foot in the industry. I hope mans prosper and get thru what he dealin wit and bring more shine to the city. The 1st Young Jefe project is a classic to me and Quiet Storm is great, though in a different way. That melancholy trap shit is so inspiring to me
  • @202Chris
    Been listening to Glizzy since law 2 underrated rapper
  • @Artislife1992
    Shy Glizzy Doing his thing. No 360 shit. He dnt be on hating shit. Tryna unify the DMV. Rockin with Goldlink, Rico Nasty, Q da fool, ectect. They gon learn bout this DMV culture. ‘We great.’ 💪🏾💯
  • @reeldeal2149
    Keep it goin by Shy Glizzy is my new theme song🔥🔥🔥
  • @Upt3500
    CONGRATULATIONS IS FIRE!!!!!!
  • @michaelcramer6233
    Damn He is so under-rated he really should be on top of the game instead of these new shitty rappers
  • @Upt3500
    BALLIN WAY ABOVE THE RIM!!!!
  • @MarcusDouglaslennox
    My dawg!! "Yng Hefe Homez" well spoken Shy! From a fan, an ole head Washingtonian..