BJ The Chicago Kid Featuring Freddie Gibbs “B.A.M.”

In preparation for the release of his latest music compilation The M.A.F.E. Project on Nov. 19, BJ The Chicago Kid is ready to let the world know who he is and what he has to offer. The Chicago native has worked with ScHoolboy Q, Kendrick Lamar, Chance The Rapper and more. BJ recently released his new single "B.A.M." featuring Freddie Gibbs. The project will also feature collaborations from Smoke DZA, Sasha Go Hard and Harold Lilly.

BJ The Chicago Kid recently chopped it up with Noisey to discuss the current state of r&b music and which artists he looks too for inspiration. BJ revealed he' looks up to entertainers like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and Al Green. He also boasts about the versatility he provides within his music.

"I feel like I’m a balance of all those artists," said BJ to Noisey. "I can make the club records, and the records that help you reconcile with your girl when you stayed out all night and pissed her off. I provide the real life and fun at the same time. I might make you laugh or cry, but I accept the responsibility of how I grew up. And instead of just partying with you or telling you to smoke weed, it’s only right that I give you jewels to live and vibe to. I wouldn't even feel like myself if I was just the turn up king and didn’t give people the jewels."

[Noisey]

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