If you follow the indie music circuit or love urban
fashion then Trinidad James is no stranger to you.
His undeniable Southern style takes raw lyrics and
fuses them with rugged beats to create a track that is
a surprisingly perfect match for the crossover market,
more so than the strictly hip-hop market. Though
relatively new to the game with only seven months of
experience, his formula has proven successful with
fans ranging from the streets to the penthouse and the
suburbs, and with new converts daily.
Don’t Be S.A.F.E. (Sensitive as F*** Everyday), his latest
and first mixtape reveals an uncanny perspective of
Atlanta Street life, paying homage to the strippers, the
streets and everything in between and is responsible
for his first of his many awards: Hip Hop Weekly’s
Artist of the Month. In his own words, Trinidad James
breaks down his recipe for success so if you’re S.A.F.E.,
don’t be offended this is rawness at its finest.
Newcomer Trinidad James sets
the streets ablaze, changing how
people look at the Game.
POLE MAG: It seems like you’re getting your voice
heard in the mainstream but in some circles you’re
still considered underground, how do you label
yourself? Do you feel like one or the