Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, 216mossey is an artist whose journey is as compelling as the music he creates. Growing up in a family that struggled to make ends meet, he turned to music as a way to confront and articulate his experiences. “What inspires me to do music is growing up never having anything,” he shares. “Being able to use music to speak my truth and talk about my life struggles brought me to where I wanted to be.”
Since beginning his musical journey in 2022, 216mossey has made remarkable strides. His recent release, Great Vine, dives into deeply personal themes of self-discovery and resilience. The track reflects on learning to find peace amidst betrayal and fake love, relying on his own strength, the support of his girlfriend, and his passion for music. “Over the years, I had to overcome a lot of fake love from friends and people who took advantage of me,” he explains. “I realized I only needed myself, my love, and my mic to create music to speak my truth.”
With over 1 million streams to his name, recognition from Lyrical Lemonade, and collaborations with notable artists like Killbunk and Lil Shock, 216mossey is solidifying his place in the music world. But his ambitions don’t stop there. He envisions a future where his art serves as a beacon for others, especially the youth.
“In the next five years, I see myself living out my dreams 100-fold,” he says. “I want to influence the youth to grow and use their dreams instead of letting them fall short. Everyone has a purpose and is capable of being their best.”
With a voice forged in hardship and a vision rooted in hope, 216mossey continues to create music that resonates far beyond Cleveland, inspiring listeners everywhere to find their own peace and pursue their purpose.
