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Whats good fam thanks for doing this interview ....whats new?
No problem, just chillin'. Trying get this Mix CD wrapped up.
Your appearance on "I Love New York 2" is one that won't be forgotten. Is there anything you regret about your time on the show?
Yea, but I try to move on because if you don't learn from your mistakes then they are in vain.
What made you sign up?
I actually didn't as a joke at first and signed up for the internet voting, not knowing I would actually win. I always had been a fan of New York's and the show.
Where you really feeling New York?
She is cool but you really don't get to see her enough to get real feeling for her. That's why I couldn't understand dude's telling her that they love her. I guess that's where the acting comes in.
Ok let's imagine something ..You are walking down a street all alone ...and all of a sudden you see a guy with tight jeans and a bad hairline ..as you get closer you notice its Taylor Made....what do you do?
Lol!! Man, to be honest it's not even at that level anymore. I almost went to jail at the reunion and I really got way to much shit to do then to be in jail over saliva and flying fist.
Do you think T.Made and New York will last?
Anything is possible but I do feel eventually she will get tired
of him and search for a different kind of man.
Do you stay in contact with any of the cast of the show? If so who?
I talk to Midget Mac like almost every other day, that's my fam. I speak to Buddha and It once in a while.
A lot of people are just finding out that you rap ..how come you never really made it known on the show?
Hip Hop and I Love New York 2 shouldn't even be in the same sentence. Lol, that's not how an artist wants to be remembered especially if music is his life. I tried to be humble about it and I didn't need to tell everybody that I'm a hot M.C.; I would like the music to speak for me.
You are originally from Jerz and now live in Florida ..... would you say your style has more of an East Coast feel or a Down South vibe? And out of those two which is your favorite style of hiphop?
I would have to say I'm the best of both worlds. I am inspired by real lyrics and something with depth so I don't care where you are from. Anybody like Nas, Jay-z, Kanye, to Outkast, Scarface, and Goodie Mob inspires me and what I represent.
Your new album is out and available to the public titled "Windows To The Soul". What made you come up with that title?
The windows to your soul are your eyes. People always tell me my eyes tell a story. I wanted to open the window a little and I wanted people to look inside of me, feel what I was feeling and see what I was seeing on this album.
Any Features?
Killah Priest, Soulflower, Big Brooklyn Red, and a lot of other talented artist from everywhere made this album a classic.
What producers did you work with?
A lot of underground producers. I don't believe in using big names always. I think producers that are hungry are going to give you there best.
Judging by your song "Slippin Away" you are into real hiphop with depth ...that substance is missing nowadays from allot of the new rappers ..do you feel making music like that in this day and age is almost a curse when it comes to getting mainstream media to embrace it?
I agree that it is hard to put out music with substance and meaning right now especially in Rap Music but I think it's all about balance when you're making songs. You got to learn how to dumb it down a little without compromising yourself as an artist. You can make a song once and a while without being over preachy and to deep for the people. In my opinion you want everybody to be able to relate to a song that's what makes it a hit record.
How do you feel about the current state of hiphop?
If Nas thinks Hip Hop is dead then he must not believe in the reincarnation, the resurrection, or the recreation of life. Hip Hop is a way of life and an art form that many people live there life by. I believe that everything in music just like life will move forward and recreate itself. There will be time that people will eventually get tired of what Hip Hop music sounds like right now and it will be renewed. Music will always be recreated threw the hands and voices of new talent and musicians which will shape the future of what's hot.
Your first single,"Be My Girl" is making some noise... is there going to be a video for it? And what made you choose this song for the first single?
A video as been talked about but the song actually is a track of my new album which isn't even finished yet, I kind of just leaked it and it got a big buzz. I think what makes this song such a good record goes back to balance. It is a great song that the people love and I didn't compromise myself as an M.C. to make it.
When did you first discover your talent for making music?
I think I loved Hip Hop Music so much when I was younger the expression of it. One day I picked up a pen and started writing and would go to school just bangin' beats on the lunch tables and droppin' lyrics in hallways. The response I got from kids was crazy so I knew this was it.
Here at rapcap we like to ask questions that are out of the norm .....here we go!
Whats a typical day like for Mr. Wise aka Solomon Wise?
Wake up eat a healthy breakfast (no pork). Get on the phone and make those power moving phone calls. Try to get in the gym for at least an hour and then lock myself in the studio. Honestly though everyday brings something different, I can't always predict it.
Would you ever consider working with The Entertainer at UPS? LOL
I actually worked at UPS that shit is no joke son.
Sopranos or Scarface?
I'm in Miami so Scarface.
Obama or Hilary?
Obama but I really want Bill Clinton back in that bitch.
What is your opinion on Dog The Bounty Racist getting his show back on air only a few months after he was caught using vulgar racial slurs?
I think it's fucked up but these networks don't care about racism in America. All they care about is ratings and the dollar signs. They believe if they but the show back on after he said that dumb shit the ratings of the show will go up.
TOP 5 RAPPERS DEAD OR ALIVE?
Man, I hate this question because I will sit here an hour fighting with myself.
Not in any order I'll say Nas, Jay-z, Eminem, Common, and Andre 3000.
I'll change my mind in like 10 minutes..lol
Did we really land on the moon or is it a conspiracy?
I don't know but if they got money to go to the moon then they got money to feed the poor.
back to the norm ...here are a few questions from some fans that wrote in
Marko Santo wants to know -If you can work with anyone in the music bizz who would it be?
I would like to work with Amy Winehouse and Alicia Keys soon.
Diz wants to know -Are you going to have your own reality show anytime soon?
Will see but if I do I would like to make it about some real shit.
Cool Killa Cali Keith wants to know- Did you see the sex tape of New York that leaked on the net? and if you did do you think it's here? and lastly if you saw it and thinks it's her how was her performance?
Yea, I seen it and that's not her. New York don't got ass like that. Lol
EK FROM ILL-IT.COM wants to know If you buy cd's download music?
If I think the artist is talented then I will support them and buy the album, otherwise I'll download the single.
Cecilia from Queens wants to know-If you have any pets and what kind?
Yea, a cat that thinks he is a dog.
Livin La Vida Coka wants to know if you are on the 9 to 5 grind or strictly music?
I work part time as a manager for a big entertainment retail store, I run and own my studio, I do small promotion for a couple of Miami clubs, and I am the C.E.O. of Wise Owl Music and Management. It's safe to say I get money.
Lisa from Nutley NJ wants to know if you like all kinda of women or just chocolate? And what do you look for in a woman?
Speaking about chocolate I like to eat so cooking skills is something I look for. Lol
Naw, but I don't base my relationship on skin tone but on sexual and mental chemistry. I look for a Queen who can keep herself sexy and keep it real with me on all levels. Somebody who's down to earth, I can laugh with and who knows how to keep her man happy.
Steve Miller from Ontario Canada wants to know- If when you turned into Air Jordan on the reunion special if you actually got to hit that fruit cake "Taylor Made"?
Buddy got a nice little lump but the surprise on in face was even more priceless. He got off easy though thanks to security.
Back to the normal interview.......
Out of all your music that you have done what song will be the one that will make someone turn into an instant fan?
I would have to say DAYZANDNITEZ off The Windows To The Soul album because of its story. I got punk rockers to hardcore gangsters loving my music because there is no gimmick behind what I speak and I think my fans relate and appreciate that.
Where can people check you on the web and pick up your new album?
www.myspace.com/solomonwise
www.cdbaby.com/solomonwise
www.soulofsolomon.com
Thanks for kicking it with Rapcapital.com and feel free to give any plugs and FU'S !!!
Give thanks for the love fam and everybody stay tuned for my next movement.
Conducted by: Tha advocate