See-Money Unveils the Story Behind His New Track “Silent”

Pittsburgh’s See-Money is making waves once again with his latest single, “Silent,” a track that underscores his meteoric rise in the hip-hop world. At just 14 years old, See-Money has already captured the attention of listeners with his raw, old-school lyricism and compelling storytelling. His previous release, “357!”, amassed over 300,000 plays on SoundCloud in just a week, a testament to his burgeoning influence and the strong connection he fosters with his audience.

“Silent” not only highlights See-Money’s prowess as a storyteller but also reveals his deep-rooted inspiration from hip-hop legends such as Notorious B.I.G, Tupac, and NAS. This track exemplifies his unique blend of nostalgia and innovation, bridging the gap between classic and contemporary rap. As a hands-on artist, See-Money not only delivers with his verses but also takes charge of producing his beats, ensuring every note aligns with his artistic vision.

Hailing from a family deeply entrenched in the music scene, with his parents Cold Ca$e and Mean $treak, and his role as a big brother to Baby Gangsta, See-Money is a central figure in the IRA Family collective. Together, they contribute a dynamic and fresh perspective to the underground rap scene.

In our interview, See-Money shares the inspiration behind his new track, “Silent,” revealing how the movie The Town ignited his creative process. He discusses the evolution of his storytelling from his previous hit “357!” to the new single, including the challenges of creating his first music video. Dive into the full interview to discover how See-Money blends raw lyricism with cinematic influences and what drives his passion for rap.

Can you share with us what inspired you to write this song?

I was inspired by the famous movie ‘The Town’ starring Ben Affleck, which really sparked the whole idea in my head.

The track “Silent” has a raw and introspective feel. What was the main emotion or message you wanted to convey through this song?

The point I wanted fans to takeaway from the track is my storytelling. I’m not actually robbing banks, and I’m not telling people to rob banks. I’m just telling my fans a story I invented based on the movie ‘The Town’ staring Ben Affleck.

Can you walk us through your creative process for “Silent”? How did the song come together from concept to completion?

So basically, 48 hours after I watched ‘The Town,’ I kind of just sat on my bed and started writing with pen and paper. I then practiced it a couple times and made some edits. Then I recorded it in the studio, and it became a hit. 

“Silent” follows your previous track, “357!” which gained a lot of attention. Did the success of “357!” influence the direction or theme of “Silent”?

I feel that the track “357!” influenced me to improve my writing and rhyming, but I don’t think it really had any influence on my new track, “Silent.” Especially because “357!” was one of my first ever released tracks, and “Silent” is currently my newest released track, so if anything, I think it definitely shows the comparison between my voice and rhymes from then and now. 

What was the most challenging aspect of creating “Silent”? Were there any moments during production that stood out to you?

I feel that the most challenging part of creating the whole production of “Silent” was actually the music video because I’ve been in the studio with our producer Diggz hundreds of times, but a music video was a first and definitely took some getting used to, but hey, it worked out and it turned into a banger. 

When did you first realise you wanted to pursue a career in music, and what motivated you to start rapping?

I would say when “357!” dropped and I actually saw people enjoy and listen to my music, it really opened my eyes. What actually started my rapping was my lil brother Baby Gangsta. Me and him would freestyle to beats on YouTube, and then it just took off from there.

Besides your parents, who are some of your biggest musical influences, and how have they shaped your style?

Probably rappers like Eminem, 2 Chainz, Biggie, and 2 Pac. I feel that they have shaped my style with there older flows, rhymes, and their ability to storytell, which really drives my music.

What is your favourite part about being a rapper? Is there a specific aspect of the creative process that you enjoy the most?

I would say my favorite part of being a rapper would be to combine bars and flows with storytelling, so then I can also show the world my work of art. The specific aspect of the process I enjoy the most would probably be the actual recording of the track.