Rhymes, Hustles, and Realness: The Genuine Sound of BagUpRy
- Alexandria Anglade
- Mar 20
- 2 min read
Written by Alexandria Anglade
BagUpRy has a knack for capturing the essence of a beat from the moment he hears it, slipping on his headphones and immersing himself in every detail. He’ll scan the instrumental for hidden pockets and rhythms, then layer words and flows until the track sounds both spontaneous and genuine. The goal is to maintain an off-the-cuff vibe that reflects how he’s feeling in the moment, so he tends not to revise too heavily—if the song sounds authentic and the quality is right, it’s ready for release.
The themes running through BagUpRy’s music range from chasing dreams and hustling for financial freedom, to heartbreak and staying true in a turbulent world. These preoccupations mirror the highs and lows of everyday life, but the unifying thread is always his genuine love for music. To him, it’s not just about breaking through—he does it because he’s passionate, and because there’s a connection that happens when people vibe with something he’s created.
Even as he’s built up a catalog of songs, not every release has met his initial hopes. He recalls dropping an album last year that he didn’t promote or invest in quite as thoroughly as he would have liked. From that experience, he learned the importance of pushing his work more aggressively—both financially and strategically—so that the people who might love it actually get the chance to discover it.
But there are also those transcendent moments in his career, the times when he steps onstage and feels the crowd moving in sync with his music. Hearing an audience sing along to your lyrics, BagUpRy says, is a feeling like no other. Despite these rewarding experiences, he hasn’t yet felt that definitive moment of “making it.” Still, he believes it’s inevitable if he keeps refining his craft and sharing his authentic self with listeners.
Ultimately, BagUpRy’s brand of music is fueled by raw honesty and personal motivation. Whether a track delves into heartbreak or pushes for hustle, he delivers every line with a sense of purpose. By trusting the process—focusing on real-time inspiration, learning from past missteps, and staying grounded in genuine passion—he continues to move toward a future where music is both an expression of who he is and an open invitation for listeners to join him on the journey.
Instagram: @bagupry
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