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Interview with Hip Hop Artist Chill Cortez

The Curvy Styler By Jchell

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have been knowing Chill Cortez for a little over a year . I initially met him on Instagram to discuss a music video . Over time I enjoyed reading his inspirational quotes , talking to him about his passion for music , and discussing his upcoming projects . Chill Cortez is young and talented , but he has an old soul . I definitely see him growing and making strides in the music industry . Here is his interview .
Jchell : Where are you from ? Chill Cortez : I ’ m originally from Orangeburg , South Carolina , but I ’ ve also lived in Georgia , Florida , and Germany during my childhood .
Jchell : Where did you attend high school / college ? Chill Cortez : I attended Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School ( graduated in 2008 ), and I attended Francis Marion University in Florence , SC .
Jchell : What is your favorite genre of music ? Chill Cortez : I love all types of music , but hip-hop is my absolute favorite !!
Jchell : How long have you been a singer / songwriter ? Chill Cortez : I first started writing music when I was in 5th grade .
Jchell : Who or what first got you involved with being a singer / songwriter ? Chill Cortez : I always wanted to make music . Music was always around me -- from my uncles playing OutKast , to my dad playing Snoop and Dre , to my mom playing

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