they didn't write the lyrics them-
selves. But that's another conversa-
tion...
on the album?
I wrote called Ghetto. And that's
basically my song to let people know
that there are certain things that I've
been through that made me who I
am. It's also an eye opener for those
who believe that because you're
born on the ghetto, you'll die in the
ghetto. Sometimes that isn't always
the case and people shouldn't pre-
vent those who dream of getting out
the hood from dreaming that dream.
the title track. Why name the album
Back of my `Lac and is that you rap-
ping on that song?
Back of my `Lac was a song that I
did before I got signed. It's actually
the reason why I got signed. It's
what I like to do when I need to get
away from it all. Just get in the car
and go.
your group 295?
was accepted to Clark Atlanta and
because I was in the group, school
was not my primary focus. I decided
not to go to college. I was able to
learn vital things about the music
industry. It actually prepped me for
my solo career.
er Corey Green?
the group used to work for one of his
family members. They found out that
he had connections in the industry
and the rest is history.
world. So of course I have to ask
these next couple of questions for
the ladies. So are you single?
turned two.
tic thing you've done for a woman?
the most romantic thing I've done
for a girl was drive all the way
down to Florida from DC just to see
her.
this is where the conversation gets
fun. I'm going to say seven words
and I want you to quickly respond
with the first word that comes to
mind. You ready?
does reach the eyes of our urban
trendsetters all over, how would
you define your style?
back and down to earth. As far as
clothes are concerned, I don't really
have a style. I just wear whatever
comes to mind. Music wise, I just
try to make good music. I call it
street soul. A lot of passion goes
into my songs and people will feel
it.
away with after listening to your
album?
walk away with a message. All of
my songs have a message. They
should touch people in some way,
shape or form. They will walk away
with a breath of fresh air.
fans to know about J. Holiday?
fans. It's not about the money or
the fame. I make music for the
people to enjoy.