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From Atlanta sidewalks to global stages, Sol Messiah’s story is Hip Hop in motion. Starting as a b-boy and earning stripes with the legendary Rock Steady Crew in NYC, he absorbed the culture at its source—then flipped that energy into DJing, production, and a lifelong dedication to the craft. Mentored by Dallas Austin, Messiah helped shape hits for icons like TLC, Madonna, Monica, and Boyz II Men, while building his own name through classic mixtapes and a deep, versatile catalog that stretches from Chamillionaire to Dead Prez.
But this isn’t just a résumé—it’s a journey still unfolding. From his powerful creative partnership with Sa-Roc to his latest project GOD CMPLX, Sol Messiah continues to push the sound forward, bringing together elite lyricists for music that hits hard and thinks deeper. This episode of Library Presents: Discography Autobiography is Sol Messiah telling his story through the music—breaking down the evolution, the collaborations, and the culture that drives it all.
But this isn’t just a résumé—it’s a journey still unfolding. From his powerful creative partnership with Sa-Roc to his latest project GOD CMPLX, Sol Messiah continues to push the sound forward, bringing together elite lyricists for music that hits hard and thinks deeper. This episode of Library Presents: Discography Autobiography is Sol Messiah telling his story through the music—breaking down the evolution, the collaborations, and the culture that drives it all.
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