A small-town Wisconsin kid, a mic bought with birthday money, and a late-night recording session fueled by, well, let’s just say “inspiration.” That’s how EvrY1LovesWaVy, or WaVy to his fans, stumbled into the world of hip-hop. Fast forward a few years, and he’s not just dropping projects – he’s streaming games, running a label, and redefining what it means to be a digital-age entertainer. I caught up with WaVy to chat about his journey, his juggling act between music and gaming, and why staying humble might just be the secret sauce to success.
Alright, WaVy, spill the beans. How’d you end up with a mic in your hand?
WaVy: (laughs) Man, it’s kind of ridiculous when I think about it. I was 17, had some birthday cash burning a hole in my pocket, and thought, “Why not buy a mic?” Two months later, I’m faded as hell, locked in my room, and somehow cranked out a whole album in two hours. It was probably hot garbage, but something clicked that night, you know?
Talk about a creative spark! So, from that wild night to now – how would you describe your sound?
WaVy: Oh, it’s all over the place, in the best way possible. One track might have you floating on a cloud, the next you’re in a grimy basement show. I mess with trap, boom bap, experimental stuff – whatever feels right. It’s like a hip-hop buffet, and I’m the chef who can’t decide on one dish.
Love that analogy. Now, you’re not just cooking up tracks – you’re also a big-time streamer. How the heck do you balance that?
WaVy: (sighs) Dude, some days I don’t even know. It’s like having two full-time jobs that you’re equally obsessed with. I’ll be knee-deep in a Rainbow Six Siege match on Twitch, and suddenly a lyric pops into my head. Or I’m in the studio, and all I can think about is my Call of Duty rank. It’s chaos, but it’s my chaos, you know?
Sounds like a real juggling act. Do these two worlds ever collide?
WaVy: All the time! It’s funny, sometimes I’ll drop a new track and my gaming crew will be the first to hear it. Or I’ll be streaming, and we’ll end up in this deep conversation about music. It’s like my audience gets two WaVys for the price of one.
Speaking of growth, you recently launched WaVySqWauD Records. What’s that been like?
WaVy: Honestly? Terrifying and exhilarating. It’s one thing to push yourself, but now I’ve got other artists counting on me. We signed JxyLxcs, and man, the pressure to do right by these talents – it keeps me up at night sometimes. But it’s also incredibly rewarding.
With all this going on, how do you stay sane?
WaVy: (laughs) Bold of you to assume I’m sane! Nah, but for real, it’s all about balance. Sometimes that means closing the laptop, rolling up, and just vibing to some tunes. Other times it’s grinding for hours. You gotta listen to your gut, you know?
Your background’s pretty unique – how has that shaped your message?
WaVy: Growing up in the system, you learn real quick what matters. I want my music to be a good time, sure, but also real. Raw. When I rap about struggle or joy, it’s not some character – it’s me. And I hope that realness connects with people.
What’s next for WaVy?
WaVy: Oh man, we’re cooking up something special with XXXMAKEEMRUN. New album, tour in the works. It’s gonna be wild. Keep an eye on my socials – might drop some surprises before the big release.
Any words of wisdom for the WaVy wannabes out there?
WaVy: Stay humble, stay hungry. It’s easy to get a big head in this game, but the minute you think you’ve made it, you’ve lost. Keep learning, keep growing, and for God’s sake, don’t forget the people who got you there.
As our chat wrapped up, I couldn’t help but feel like I’d just had a conversation with not one, but several people – the musician, the gamer, the label owner, all rolled into one charismatic package. WaVy’s journey from Appleton’s underground to the digital forefront is more than just a success story – it’s a blueprint for the modern entertainer.
In a world where lines between industries blur more every day, WaVy stands as a testament to the power of embracing your whole self. Whether he’s spitting bars or calling shots in-game, his authenticity shines through, creating a bond with his audience that transcends platforms.
Keep your eyes on his Twitch, X, Instagram, Spotify, and SoundCloud – this Wisconsin wonder is just getting started.
