1. Where are you from?

"Hi, my name is Tray Samuels. and I am from Oak Cliff, a small area in Dallas, Texas.

Growing up, my family was poor. We simply didn't have much in material. Although I never felt poor because the love in home was rich and genuine."

2. Who is your biggest role model and what is a low point someone helped you escape?

"My biggest role model is J-Cole. In and out of the studio he carries himself with a chip on his shoulder. It's inspiring. The hardest I ever rock bottom was when I lost my girlfriend that I was very attached to. My brother and closest friend let me lean on them when I needed to."

3. Inspiration came from...

"Well, my grandparents are famous musicians so creating music has always been therapeutic. Through my music I hope to: share my story and help others that went through similar situations I have faced. Life can be difficult so I was only nineteen years old when I started taking this serious."

4. What is most important to you?

"To answer this question-I could go two different routes. The first route: I want to see my mom happy, and I want to be happy with her. The second route: I would love to fill everyday with fulfilling conversations and ideas, while spending time with the people I love. I'd like to promote the idea of self-love, it is the most important constant in my life."

5. What are some constants in your daily routine?

"I wake up early every morning. I usually drink water or ginger ale for breakfast, I know it is kinda weird but it wakes me up! I also workout about five hours a week and spend most of my time working on music. Whether it is creating a beat or mixing a background vocal...EVERYDAY."

6. What random talents do you have and on the other hand what is a weakness you have?

"I know how to play the violin! Oddly enough, I also used to take some pretty nerdy computer classes and I learned how to code a website. I can't swim for long distances, or float...smh."

7. What was school like for you?

"School was actually good. I went to a magnet school before college and even then I had a feeling of what I wanted to do with my career. Although, college is where I figured out what direction in life I was moving toward. My opinion on going to college is, it simply is not for everyone. You shouldn't put yourself in a situation facing debt unless you're mind is set on what you want to do. Really look at why you're going."