Every great artist has a story—a journey of struggle, resilience, and self-belief. For BIG TIME, his road in music has been filled with hurdles, from financial limitations to balancing academics and passion.
His story mirrors the journeys of some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop and Afrobeat, particularly Burna Boy and Lil Wayne, two icons who also faced similar struggles before breaking into global stardom.
BIG TIME’s early days in music were challenging. He started recording music in 2017, but financial constraints made it difficult for him to afford beats and studio time. Instead, he improvised by filling empty spaces in existing songs. Despite his talent, he had to put music on hold in Form Five to focus on his studies, a tough sacrifice for a passionate young artist.
RECALL
Similarly, Burna Boy, now a Grammy-winning Afro-fusion artist, had to leave Nigeria at a young age due to personal and academic struggles. He moved to the UK but eventually dropped out of school and returned to Nigeria to focus on music. Like BIG TIME, Burna Boy’s journey was not straightforward—he had to fight for recognition, self-fund his early recordings, and build his career from the ground up.
Lil Wayne, one of the biggest names in hip-hop, started rapping at an early age but faced major obstacles. He grew up in New Orleans, a city filled with challenges, and recorded his first songs when he was just eight years old. He had to push through financial and personal struggles to prove himself.
BIG TIME’s decision to pause his music career in Form Five to focus on academics reflects the sacrifices that many artists have made. Similarly, Burna Boy was sent to the UK for education, but school wasn’t his true calling. He eventually abandoned his studies and returned to Nigeria to chase his dream. Lil Wayne, too, had to make choices about education and music.
OUT OF MUSIC
Beyond music, BIG TIME is deeply involved in graphic design, painting, and modeling, making him a multifaceted artist. His work in serigraphy (screen printing) and branding mirrors how Burna Boy and Lil Wayne have built strong personal brands over time.
BIG TIME draws inspiration from old-school hip-hop legends like Lil Wayne, Takeoff, Nash, etc as well as African music heavyweights like Jovi, Stanley Enow, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Sarkodie. This blend of American rap and African influence positions him as an artist who understands both worlds.
BIG TIME’s journey is far from over. Like Burna Boy, who only got his international breakthrough after years of struggle, or Lil Wayne, who spent nearly a decade before becoming a global icon, BIG TIME is in the early stages of something great. His dedication to music, his ability to adapt, and his hunger to succeed make him an artist to watch.
With his love for Drill, Hip-Hop, and Afro, and a promise to deliver whenever the beat is right, BIG TIME is not just another artist—he is a future star in the making. His road has been tough, but as history shows, those who persevere through the struggles are the ones who make it to the top.
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