We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Dominic Wheeler. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Dominic below.
Dominic, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?
The first time I knew I wanted to pursue my artistry as a career was back in college. I already had a background in writing, acting, dancing, and poetry, so my transition into writing my own music came naturally. I remember being with my dorm mates playing Pick Up And Kill and In The Classroom from Wild N Out (I was goated at In The Classroom). Although I can’t particularly remember who encouraged me to write my first rap, I do remember sharing little verses I’d make with my friends during my sophomore year. At the end of said year, I performed the first version of my remix to Chiraq by Nicki and G Herbo, and I remember the crowd loving it. I had always been ostracized to an extent for my music taste compared to everyone else’s music taste at PV, however, when I saw that people actually liked what I spit, it filled me with this burning desire to continue writing.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
The catalyst that caused me to dive deeper into music, in general, was being skipped by my friend in the rotation because of the songs I had wanted to play. After she skipped me, it lit a fire in me that led me to diving into the discographies of J. Cole and Lil Wayne. Up to that point, the only discography that I had fully listened to was Nicki Minaj’s, and I believe that this what sets me apart from my peers. In an era where a lot of the most influential rappers, in regards to the new rappers we have today, are Future, Kanye, Lil Uzi, Drake, etc., the rappers that primarily influenced my style are Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, and Eminem. I personally feel like the art of rap has been mishandled by my peers and I intend to correct that via the usage of wordplay, unparalleled flows, and various subject matters. My goal is to become the greatest rapper of all time and create an impact bigger than those who inspired me.
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is getting to see the impact that it has on those who come across it. Seeing my friends and family get hyped listening to my music or introspective and in their feelings while listening to my music makes me so happy because it means that they were able to feel the love, blood, sweat, and tears I put into my work.
Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?
The misconception that I believe non-creatives have about my journey as a creative, is that it’s chaotically structured. There is no designed tier above where I’m at; I can’t progress from being an employee to a manager because I’m already technically the boss. Art is expression and experimentation, so my life may look unconventional, but it’s how I gain inspiration to make music. Trying new things and forcing myself to get comfortable with being uncomfortable puts me in situations that allow me to relate to a multitude of people, and if my goal is to touch the hearts of as many people as possible, I can’t do that while staying in my comfort zone. There’s more that unites us than divides us, but you wouldn’t know that unless you tried to walk in someone else’s shoes.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @Prince.domoo
- Twitter: @Prince_Domoo
- Youtube: Prince Domo (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp1ws1kOXevuqB4QsIliBgA)
- Other: BlueSky: princedomoo
Image Credits
Fayla Photography