We were lucky to catch up with Randy Corron recently and have shared our conversation below.
Randy, appreciate you joining us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?
The most meaningful project I have worked on would be Black Enough, a web series I had the pleasure of assisting with both on and off screen. It tells the story of a college freshman named Amaya, who goes through a series of trials while creating her #BlackGirlMagic potion to survive at a predominantly white college.
This project was created, written, and directed by Micah Ariel Watson. I had the privilege of working on it as a supporting cast member and also taking on a few behind-the-scenes roles, such as occasional editor and audio engineer.
The production changed me. It was the first role I landed after college—literally two weeks after graduating from Howard, I got the part. To be transparent, I was in a very cold place emotionally. I was holding in a lot of trauma, a lot of pain. I wasn’t too expressive outside of music, but I just remember being so angry all the time. Black Enough shifted that. It was like, as soon as I made it to Charlottesville, Virginia (where we filmed), my energy changed. Once I met the cast, I just naturally fell into character. Next thing I knew, I was hanging out with everyone outside of my working hours. Now, they’re my best friends.
Beyond that, spiritually, the set brought me back to a place I had run from. It strengthened my relationship with God during a time when church would muddy the waters.
No matter what the circumstances were, I was ready to go through them. That experience led me to Los Angeles. One of my castmates offered me her couch, and I accepted. I didn’t know exactly where I was going—I just knew my spirit was leading me there. I felt aligned. It felt like family. It showed me that I could book a role. It gave me hope as an actor. It taught me that not everything is for show. And most importantly, it showed me that in two weeks, strangers can become family.
It shifted my perspective on people. So when it came time for season two, it was a no-brainer. We finished it, officially released it, and through that, I learned a lesson I had struggled with—and still struggle with—closure. The chapter closed, and I had to move forward. I had to grow. It was a lesson I wasn’t ready for at the time, but I understand it now.
Randy, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
AY MAN, WHAT’S UP EVERYBODY, MY NAME IS R-MONEY FROM THE DIRTY WATERS—nah, let me stop.
My name is Randy Corron, also known as Call Me Corron. I’m an actor, musician, writer, and overall digital creator. I got into this industry because of family, honestly. Growing up, my cousins and uncle were the people I looked up to. They were always showcasing their imagination in everything we did. My cousins were really the centerpiece, though. They would write stories, record music, and come up with characters—just being completely free creatively.
I remember being seven years old, recording freestyles on a cassette tape while they played their beats in the background. Back then, we didn’t really use laptops; we just had a game on Xbox called Music Generator. We were just having fun with it. Another one of my cousins would read me her stories, and that’s what really lit the spark for the writer in me. She was always a motivation.
Honestly, before those moments, all I knew was that I liked making people laugh. I liked making people smile. I just wanted to be an entertainer. And that desire had a snowball effect that led me to where I am now.
I offer a variety of creative services, both on-screen and off-screen. I help with creative counseling, but my specialty is world-building. In everything I create, I try to develop the world in a strong and meaningful way—unless I’m basing it in reality.
That said, I prefer to be on-screen, where I feel most of my strengths lie. I’m a vessel—I understand how to adapt. What sets me apart is my perseverance. I believe there is always a workaround to any problem. I’ve dealt with so many situations that forced me to adapt on the spot.
I’ve had to film myself and ensure the quality was top-tier. I’ve been in situations where actors dropped out on the day of filming, and I had to find ways to work around their absence while still making the scene engaging. I’ve worked with clients who underestimated what they needed and overestimated what they could provide. I’ve had to adapt, time and time again.
Very rarely will I let something fall apart. The only exception is if I have an emergency and can’t provide someone to cover for me.
The most important thing I want people to know about me is that I do not give up. I can’t. I have no choice but to make something work. My mission is to be a vessel—and that means accepting both the good and the bad. They cycle through. Not every shoot will be amazing, and not every experience will be terrible. But if you respect me and treat me as a human being, I will always show up with effective communication and assistance—if you’re willing to hear me out.
Though I do a bulk of my work independently, I’m always looking for more people to collaborate and create with.
In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?
The best way to support artists is to go to them directly. If they have an album or a piece of art you love, reach out to them or buy from their website instead of just streaming.
Word of mouth is powerful. Tell your friends, your family, your co-workers about the artists you love. If they’re smaller or local artists, showcase them on your social media. Buy their merch. Donate if you can. If you have an event, reach out to those artists. Use their art in your reels or TikToks (and credit them, of course).
There are so many ways to support artists. At the end of the day, this industry is oversaturated. As artists, we can’t expect overwhelming support when we’re first starting out—that’s why perseverance is crucial. There will be times when it feels like you’re the only one rooting for yourself. But reminders and affirmations that your work is valuable always help.
Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can provide some insight – you never know who might benefit from the enlightenment.
This is something I’ve had to deal with throughout my entire journey. Some choices I make won’t always make sense to others. Some opportunities might not be the wisest financially.
Personally, I play the long game. I’ve never anticipated immediate success. I just know success is coming.
A lot of people in my life work in non-creative fields, so I understand why my decisions may seem illogical to them. But they make sense to me. People don’t always understand how much faith I have—not just in myself, but in God’s promise. That’s why I never gave myself a Plan B.
I know it may be hard to understand why someone would willingly put themselves in difficult situations. But I refuse to settle. My spirit cannot thrive in a place I am unhappy in. I’d rather sacrifice temporary comfort for long-term fulfillment.
There’s still more I need to sacrifice. But this isn’t an option for me. I can’t afford to settle for unhappiness.
No matter how the people around me feel, I will not stop—until my spirit tells me to or until I’ve fulfilled my mission. No matter how long it takes.
My hunger is everlasting.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://therandycorron.wixsite.com/randycorron
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmecorron/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-melton-842916104/
- Twitter: https://x.com/CallMeCorron
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CallMeCorron
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/callmecorron
- Other: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/callmecorron/certified-crash-out
Image Credits
Miles Bitton
Jeremy Rodney-Hall