King of the Kounty: Q&A with Hip Hop Artist Ya Highne$$

While most of the world is familiar with the New York City borough of Brooklyn, many people outside the Big Apple are probably unaware the area is known as Kings County as well. The royally named location also has a representation for producing some of the greatest rap kings in music history, and the next BK resident hoping to earn his Hip Hop crown is Ya Highne$$.

The 27-year-old rapper recorded his first song “Be Alone” in 2011 and released his mixtape Y.H.I.C. (Ya Highne$$ In Charge) the following year. After winning the Coast 2 Coast NYC Industry Mixer Showcase, Desert Storm Showcase, and the Faces In The Crowd Showcase in 2013, the Crowns Heights native is currently working on his debut EP.

DZI: The Voice connected with Ya Highne$$ to get the skinny on his music career, his opinion on NYC Hip Hop at the moment, and more.

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