AEW Star Swerve Strickland Is Ready for His Championship Moment in Rap: ‘I Had to Create From Zero’
For Entry 023 of Mic Drops and Elbow Drops , Carl Lamarre chats with Swerve Strickland about starting from scratch in the rap game and earning co-signs from Raekwon and Bun B.
AEW star Swerve Strickland, who recently became the first Black AEW World Champion, is determined to showcase his skills in the hip-hop world as well. Known for his powerful wrestling matches against wrestlers like Will Ospreay and Hangman Adam Page, Strickland now aims to create a strong presence in the rap game. With the support of influential MCs like Raekwon and Bun B, he hopes to not only compete but also deliver five-mic albums.
Despite his wrestling background, Strickland insists on creating his own unique music, not relying on his wrestling fame. He explains that wrestling taught him the art of storytelling, while rap allows him to express his ideas through words. Strickland acknowledges that wrestling was a tougher climb than music, with his wrestling career taking about a decade to gain traction compared to his music career which was faster.
However, his wrestling experience has helped him develop a strong presence on television, which has aided his music career. The rapper's co-signs from respected figures in the industry, such as Raekwon, Monteasy, and Max B, have given him confidence and guidance during his musical journey.
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