1. Introduce yourself(tell about yourself & who you are)

My name is Zoot, i’m a Persian born rapper based in Atlanta. moved to the US when i was 14 and i started writing and recording music shortly after

2. What inspired you to be a music artist & what has your experience been like?

I was inspired to write music after reflecting on the impact music has had on my life in terms of healing and mental stability. i wanted my music to resonate the same way and create the same impact. i love every aspect of being a full time artist and i can’t wait for what this life has for me 

3. What are some goals in life you are wanting to complete with music?

My biggest goal with music is to be able to give opportunities to other people that are deserving. whether that’s through the business side or through the music itself 

4. What are some words of wisdom you live by everyday? 

Love the life you live. 

5. What was your favorite track you made and what was the motive behind it?

My favorite song i made so far is highway because it has a lot of sentimental value to me and it took me a long time to record the song and video 

6. What are some struggles you went through in life and how did you overcome it? 

i’ve dealt with many struggles such as a physical abuse as a child, culture shock, depression that was resulted from the isolation as a result of that culture shock, death in close family and friends as a result of drug/alcohol abuse, physical injuries such as ACL/MCL tear that cut my athletic career short and much more 

7. How would you like to make an impact with your music?

I would like to make an impact with my music by touching on subjects most people don’t know how to speak about or can’t speak about. the same way music was there for me