Upcoming rapper Blackie Chan recently dropped a new song titled “No License” with BabyFace Ray and it’s the perfect catchy, upbeat single that you can listen to and start the day.
The Miami Gardens, FL rapper — who’s name originated from Jackie Chan being one of his favorite movie actors, and also being called “Blackie” growing up — is on a mission to the top. His music speaks for itself and the new single “No License,” showcases Blackie Chan’s talents in a way that audiences haven’t seen before. He performed at Miami Rolling Loud 2022, which he says “by far was one of the most epic moments in [his] music career.”
The collaboration between Babyface Ray and Blackie Chan on this record proves to be harmonious. The two bounce flows off each other and it makes for the perfect song with all elements of a rap record you’d want to hear.
With his upcoming EP ‘Rush Hour,’ on the way, Blackie Chan is fully seizing his moment and keeping the momentum going with every release.
Keep reading to learn more about this upcoming artist and how he plans on taking over in music. Be sure to also stream “No License,” below.
What city are you from/ Where are you based now?
I’m from Miami Gardens, FL. Based out of Miami.
What is your artist name? What is your real name? What’s the story behind your artist name?
My artist name is “Blackie Chan” & my real name is Marvin. My name originated from my friend Young Breed who’s signed to MMG. The story behind my name is growing up I was small & dark skinned so Young Breed always called me “Blackie.” Also I obtained the Chan from the interest I had in anime cartoons & martial arts, therefore Jackie Chan being one of my favorite action movie actors. So that’s how I came up with “Blackie Chan.”
What’s the name of your upcoming release(s) that we’re promoting within this campaign? Is it a single/video/EP?
I’m currently working on an EP called ‘Rush Hour’ scheduled to be released later this year round December so be on the lookout!
Date this release dropped or is set to drop?
The release is set to drop December 31, 2022.
How did you come up with the theme of this release?
Rush Hour being one of my favorite movies as a child.
What’s this release about in your own words?
It’s my introduction in the industry so I have a lot of time and money invested into so I wanna wake the streets up with this first project I put out.
What do you want people to know about this release?
I want them to know it’s not just the same type of energy /song every track, it’s truly a unique project with different flows, melodies, and bars.
How would you describe your sound to people listening to you for the first time?
“Unorthodox” it’s not just the same thing, every song is unique in their own way.
If someone comes across your music for the first time, what song of yours do you want them to hear first?
I have a single named, “Gucciana” ft. Tafia & Cuzin Ryan or everyone’s favorite single “Small Fry.”
What’s one reason you are passionate about music and what inspires you?
Since a young child I always had a thing for music because of my older siblings I knew about 2PAC, Biggie Smalls, Master P, Hotboys & etc. What inspires me is to be part of a culture that I was already so influenced by since a young age & be able to provide for my family, I just had a daughter so she gives me even more inspiration.
Who are some of your main musical influences?
Both my daughter and my friend Tafia showed me that you can really make something out of nothing while there’s ppl with everything they need to make it and still can’t seem to get signed. His progress with his career influences me alone.
What are some of your music career goals for the future?
To become a signed artist where I can provide for my family and give back all that I can to my parents for being great parents for all those years they raised me.
What’s one of your most proud moments of your music career so far?
When I performed at Miami Rolling Loud 2022, which by far were one of the most epic moments in my music career.
What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Include some dates if you have them.
Be on the look on for my next project titled “Rush Hour” projected is expected to release December 2022
What message do you hope fans take away from your music and from this project?
To really see the true talent I possess as a artist & the potential to become even better
Where can we follow you on social media? Include links.
Instagram: Blackie_Chan7
Twitter: Blackie_Chan07
Facebook: Blackie Chan
