Hip Hop in the Ville #9 Lil West

Written by Crystal Walker

Rapped LiL West coming straight out of Altus,Oklahoma and he is making his way around the map slowly but surely. LiL West loved the thrill of music so much he began to dabble in it himself. At the age of 14 he began writing and became more impressed with his own talent. He aged around with his friends with typical freestyle battles and rap sessions. Feeling his talent he knew he could take it further. At 15 LiL West and his friends were offered the opportunity to open up for one major local artist in Oklahoma. Having that boost of empowerment behind him, he was set to become a rapper. Now at 21 years old he has projects in the making to hit the streets in 2012. The first mixtape he has coming is "Blunts and HeadPhones". His second one that should be expected to drop by his birthday on June 26. Which is entitled "Accepting All Challenges". LiL West explained how his own unique way of rapping can easily seperate him from all of the rest. Not having many people in his area that rap in Oklahoma, and getting the recognition he receives, LiL West sees the love. With LiL West being compared to a big local artist Rock Bottom, whom he knew through his uncle. He was aware of his work, and how it was acknowledged by his community, which shows how his talent spread around at such a quick pace. Being featured in a music video, "City I Claim". Brought him out shining with an immaculate light. He loves the appreciation and how it is being shown. LiL West makes it his goal to bring his goal to bring his own thank yous out through his music. He is forever grateful at all the opportunities that are coming his way. Now living in Atlanta GA and performing at the after party for the upcoming. HHV AWARDS shows this man's grind is serious.