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Live And Uncensored With Drama 610 Artist Spotlight : BONNIE BENJI
Shaquasia Moneé ( born May 6 ), better known by her stage name Bonnie Benji is a multi-talented rapper , singer , songwriter , dancer , and actress .
This american hip-hop recording artist was born and raised in Brooklyn , New York City where she graduated from the Brooklyn High School for Music and Theater in 2010 .
Bonnie is the second child and eldest daughter of 12 siblings . She started writing during her freshman year of high school in 2006 and later started recording early 2010 . She managed her time in the studio but was also focused on earning her high school diploma .
Struggling financially at a young age , her number one priority became to position herself to succeed in life and provide for family . Late in 2011 , Bonnie attended Berkeley College , at a time when her music career was beginning to soar . She worked hard to make sure neither her studies nor her career endeavors lacked attention .
Bonnie released the mixtape “ Breakin All The Rules ” September 2012 . Her raw , original , rap lyrics caught the attention of hip hop fans from all backgrounds and walks of life . In April 2014 , she released her debut EP “ Highlights ”, which featured production from industry producers Fresh Beatz and Smoova . Also on the project were features by G Unit artist Uncle Murda . Two singles “ Prada ” and “ XLs ” were released off the EP accompanied by eye popping music videos and visuals . Her career has proven to thrive towards success amongst and beyond the underground scene .
lationships with her fans and industry insiders , Bonnie has been afforded the opportunity to perform at over 100 venues nationwide and reach fans around the country thus contributing to her 50,000 + social networking following and over 500,000 listeners . ‘ Ratchet Goods ’ is set to be released later this year . Bonnie recently released her debut single “ Somebody ” featuring Fred The Godson . Her highly anticipated release features compelling production from Sonaro and Smoova .
At age 21 , she teamed with EMPIRE distributions , a business decision that has proven wise and beneficial . Building strong re-
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