Whether you’ve seen Meeso via the web on her Youtube freestyle video or in-person rocking the stage alongside the gentlemen of Hostile Environment, each time you see her, it’s an experience. We know that she’s the only female tough enough to stand between Ramone Jones and M16 and be not only noticed, but heard as well. Let’s find out some of what we don’t know about Miss Meeso: The Hostile Woman in an All-Boy Band.
SONDRIA: First things first, How did you come to be a member of the Hostile Takeover and who are all of its members?
MEESO: I became a Hostile member when Ramone (Seis One) Jones heard that I rap through other mutual friends and once we hooked up and he believed in my skill the rest was history! Hostile Affiliates: Ramone Jones, M-16 The Great, Critical, MeeSo, Sosa Rose, Flash Gordon, Krusafix, Shaheed, and Moss.
SONDRIA: What is the earliest experience with music you can remember? How did you know that music was something you wanted to do?
MEESO: My earliest music experience dates back to me being 3 years old. My dad used to collect tons of Records from the 60’s 70’s and 80’s and I would sing along and choose records to play with my dad everyday. I can remember being dropped off in elementary school with my dad knocking 2Pac, Snoop Dogg, Tha Dogg Pound etc. I knew that music was something I wanted to do after recognizing my talent (for myself) I took it seriously. Once I realized the opportunities and I started to receive so much support and positive feed back from people I looked up to musically, I knew my dreams were unstoppable.
SONDRIA: Does your musical appetite expand beyond Hip Hop? What type of stuff do you listen to? What type(s) of music are you most interested in creating?
MEESO: I’m into lots of different music genres. I listen to Oldies, Techno, R&B, Pop, Jazz, Rock, Blues, and MAYBE country if I’m in the mood. LOL.. I want to create relatable “feel good” music that expresses how I feel at THAT moment…I let the music talk to me
SONDRIA: Who are some of your favorite emcees/musical performers currently? Independent and Mainstream.
MEESO: Some of my favorite independent EmCees.. Yancy Deron, Ramone Jones, M-16 The Great, Sosa Rose, CT Tha Prince, Young Giants just to name a few. Mainstream favorites; Erykah Badu, Beyonce, Andre3000, Wiz Khalifa, Drake (CURRENTLY SPEAKING that is..)
SONDRIA: What do you want people to take away from your music and apply to their own lives?
MEESO: I want people to be inspired by my music! Not only women, but anyone! If that means sharing personal trials through lyrics to help someone who’s facing the same issues, or an up tempo song before the club, or even some empowerment with positive words. People should apply the fact that there is always someone else that shares the same views/issues and can relate to them even if it’s only one person, it exists to justify the way they feel.
SONDRIA: What do you think your purpose is? As far as the goal of your life and how you intend on accomplishing it?
a. Is music a part of this goal?
MEESO: TO TAKE OVER THE WORLD! LOL. Kidding! My purpose is to give my daughter/family the foundation for the BEST opportunities that life has to offer. I will attain this goal by keeping God first and acknowledging that he is the creator of my talents and I am simply a vessel and continue to focus and kick walls down until I face my success. Music is definitely a major role in my purpose that’s why I take it seriously and view each move as if it were a “Franchise” that I’m building. Financial freedom gives LIMITLESS opportunities!
SONDRIA: If you couldn’t do music, what would you be doing?
MEESO: If music was no longer a career option I would most likely be involved in some entertainment industry occupation, and if not, maybe motivational speaking for Teenagers who aren’t on the best road in life. I’m also licensed through California’s Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician. (I have plan B &C)!! LOL
SONDRIA: Where are you from? Where were you raised
MEESO: I was born in Indiana the city of Michigan, Moved to Washington State city of Tacoma at age 2years old, then moved to California city of Westchester at age 4 where I was raised during early childhood and I’ve been in the Inland Empire city of Fontana since age 12 to the present.
SONDRIA: Brothers and sisters? Only child? Both parents?
MEESO: No Biological Brothers, 2 younger biological sisters (same mom and dad) and tons of extended family. And I’ve had BOTH parents in the household my entire life.
SONDRIA: Have you set a timeframe for accomplishing your goals or are you taking steps daily and accepting what comes?
MEESO: I usually set dates when I have certain goals for myself just to keep me aware of what I have to do, at the same time, I’m always open to the twists and set backs that can happen daily, I try to stay focused more than anything else.
SONDRIA: Who are some artists you would like to work with? Independent and Mainstream.
MEESO: I would love to work with Keri Hilson, Ciara, Snoop Dogg, Outkast just to name a few, the list goes ON and ON! The independent side, ANY DOPE ARTIST WHO’S REALLY TRYING TO ADVANCE TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN THE GAME.
Okay, so maybe she’s not that hostile. More like organized, focused, and determined. Some additional information about MeeSo is that her immediate camp was originated in Pasadena, CA and they go by the name “AK-TIV”. (Hostile is her I.E. family)
She has some upcoming projects: An AK-TIV compilation mix tape to be released this summer, An EP with Hostile, and a few other feature projects also coming in the summer.
You can find additional information about MeeSo by visiting the following sites:
LOVE & WATER,
Sondria
Meeso u kno u made it mama, u there... Jus a lil more publicity an gettin ya music to tha ppl so they can hear how dope u is. My first time seeing u was at a performance an u killed that shit.every since we been kool' an u alwys show love an ur such a great person at heart. Keep it up Love.....
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