Essex-based rapper Jordy is one of the most respected voices within the thriving UK rap scene and owns the title of every ‘rappers, rapper’. 2021 was a big year for the artist who dropped his critically acclaimed ‘SMH’ project, was dubbed ‘one to watch for 22’ from Complex and Wonderland whilst also selling out his headline show at Werkhaus. Rapping as early as 8-years-old, his music is a complete representation of his personality which is honest, straight-talking, emotional whilst not taking himself or life too seriously. Retired from the capital to Essex, Jordy still has the DNA of a Londoner who has been brought up on Garage, Grime, Hip-Hop, and Reggae. He first discovered his obsession for music via vibrant music videos naming; Ludacris, Missy Elliot, 50 Cent, Eminem as early influences. Closer to home, he cites the likes of Ghetts, James Blake, Skepta, and JME as inspiration whilst mentioning comedy legend Dave Chapelle as a prominent figure.

Although rapping from a young age, it wasn't until 2017 when Jordy started to release professionally. Throughout his musical journey, he’s been lucky to have had huge career highlights that some would be happy to retire on. His full-circle moment happened when he featured on Ghetts’ Ghetto Gospel: The New Testament project, having listened to him since he was 4-years-old. Just prior to lockdown, Jordy performed with Ghetts to a sold-out show at Islington Assembly when he got to experience the entire room rap his lyrics alongside him. “A13” was another defining moment for him, now a fan favourite, it reached the masses with him displaying his lyrical ability and effortless flow. Not to forget Jordy’s work with JME on “Like Dat” and Kojey Radical on “Rollin My Sheets”.

Jordy’s passion and work ethic are reflected in the fact that he has always put in the hours and worked hard to fund his music, something he doesn't shy away from talking about and honesty that others should take note of. Jordy’s family and friends are at the centre of everything he does and he looks to his “council” as his biggest critics but also his most loyal supporters. Jojo Mukeza and Daniel Miles, the executive producers of “SMH” and “KMT”, have been in his life since he was 7-years-old and Jordy fondly calls them his big brothers and mentors. Describing his upbringing as “bouncing back and forth from mum to dad’s house” , as he got older this transcribed into an anger problem which he has proudly put to bed and now helps youngers going through similar growing pains.

Jordy will not stand for lateness but one thing he’s developed over the past few years is remarkable patience with himself and his artistry. Finding solace and headspace through endless hours of walking, he listens to beats and spits as he walks with locals knowing not to disturb. Jordy has unlocked new levels of creativity he didn’t know existed and harnesses his emotions with maturity which is now what sets him apart from others in the scene, stating “I'm not a rapper I’m an artist”

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