Yonkers rapper Iman Nunez isn’t scared of anything. That’s at least my takeaway after listening to his latest album . The nine-track project, hosted by Gabe P’s New York-based platform , was the start of many big moments for Iman Nunez and his 2024 campaign.
Shortly after the album’s release, Nunez experienced a viral moment beside fellow NY rappers Fergie Baby, HDBeenDope, Dizzy Banko, LifeOfThom, Niko Brim, Tony E thanks to a freestyle performed on . A few weeks later, Nunez took his talents to the 2024 BET Awards for another performance. These moments and the ones that will surely follow are the result of the grit, fight, and resilience that Nunez on .
“I Got Time” is a boastful anthem that makes it clear that fame and the life that comes with it won’t change the person Nunez is. “Pipe Down” with Dizzy Banko and Fergie Baby demands silence from unworthy competitors and nuisances while “Get Off My Back” seeks freedom from the life’s pressures. Nunez’s rap skills are not to be questioned, nor is his determination to reach new heights — a combination that will prove to be greatly beneficial for the rising Yonkers rapper.
With still in rotation, we caught up with Iman Nunez for this week’s column. Scroll down to check out some highlights from his catalog and to learn more about his inspiration, influences, and aspirations. My earliest memory of music is falling asleep to classical music when I was a child.
Every night, my mom used to have that playing for us to go to sleep. What inspired me to take music seriously was the obsession of wanting to be great. I had a love for hip-hop as a child and didn’t think that type of dream was attainable but realized it soon after and started to check goals off.
I played piano for many years of my life when growing up, but I sadly forgot because instead of learning notes, I was memorizing the way the song sounded in order to know what to do next. If I had to choose an instrument to learn, it would be to relearn the piano. My first job ever was Uber Eats.
I used to go to the city, get an unlimited metro card and start working ’til sundown. My fiancé and I each have this grape soda pin from the movie “Up” that I cherish. I have a big fear of heights.
I don’t know where I developed it, but I’m trying to overcome it as I get older. , , & (in no order). I’m purchasing every single type of crypto with it being a downtime, renting out Disneyland (DCA Specifically) to set up a listening party in the park for a project coming out.
I’ll also purchase court-side tickets to a Knicks playoff game in advance. 😂, 👀, and 🔥. Stevie Wonder.
. I’d love to see me as a chef in that type of high intensity environment. It’s a very well put together show.
I’d say J. Cole. My reasoning behind that is because you can tell that he’s genuinely himself.
He’s still growing as a human and it doesn’t feel like a facade. Pineapple on pizza is a sin. I’m one of those people that don’t have a best song ever.
That changes for me every day or week. Last week was “ ” by Billie Eilish. At this very moment, the best song ever (to me) is “ ” by Don Toliver.
I don’t think there’s a better song out right now. I wish I made it myself. It’s smooth, catchy, a good time, the beat is insane.
My hometown, NYC. I’ve been blessed enough to do my own headline shows so it’s always love. A city I’m excited to perform at for my first time is Toronto.
, , , Lil Wayne & J. Cole (this list is subject to change). I’d probably be managing artists or finding my way into the entertainment industry or start a sports agency.
I’d go five years into the past because you can’t get time back once you’re gone. I already feel like there’s not enough time in a day. Turn the outside noise off as much as you can and stop thinking you aren’t good enough.
People respect your pen and you put in the time. Just be patient. I would like for my music to be remembered as classic.
Something you connected to that touched your heart. Honest. Not a specific timestamp to what it sounds like but something that doesn’t have a time period to it.
Just timeless and heartfelt. is out now via ONLYONEIMAN LLC. Find out more information .
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