Flawless Real Talk: The Underdog Mentality

Flawless Real Talk is a hip-hop star, entrepreneur, and the runner up of Netflix’s Rhythm & Flow series. With his “underdog mentality” and tireless work ethic, Flawless has become an international hip-hop phenomenon as an independent recording artist. Andrew talks with Flawless about the power of staying true to who you are and what we all can learn from the story of a rapper from the smallest state in the US pulling the tarp to become a global hip-hop sensation. 

A few show highlights:
1:08 - Writing songs to express emotions
1:41 - Maintaining authenticity through creative process
3:47 - Runner up on Netflix’s hip-hop competition show Rhythm & Flow
5:08 - Using past experience to overcome adversity and times of pressure
6:44 - Moving from Providence to Atlanta
8:22 - Persevering for the big break and being willing to try everything
9:21 - Building an authentic connection with fan base
14:01 - Challenges being an independent recording artist
16:19 - Performing for more than 1 million fans on LIVIT livestream during Covid-19
17:20 - Adjusting your plan, how to adapt and be flexible
20:02 - Doing the “unglamorous” things necessary to be successful
21:54 - Why being an independent recording artist is like running a business
24:11 - Work ethic, productivity, and underdog mentality
24:43 - Roots in Providence, Rhode Island and impact on career

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