We recently connected with Kirby Harden and have shared our conversation below.

Kirby , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Can you talk to us about how you learned to do what you do?

I began my content creation journey in 2019, during my ninth-grade year. Before I ever touched 2K content, I was inspired by creators like PrettyBoyFredo and Chris Smoove. What drew me to them wasn’t just the gameplay; it was their authenticity. Every video felt alive. Their energy, their delivery, and the way they spoke directly to their audience made you feel seen, like you were part of something bigger than just a video on a screen. That connection sparked something in me. It made me believe I could create that same feeling for others, and that belief is what pushed me to start.

Learning how to make 2K content didn’t come easy. My journey was built on trial and error, more losses than wins in the beginning, but those mistakes didn’t push me away; they pulled me deeper into the grind. I learned to appreciate the process: the late nights, the quiet hours, the slow and sometimes invisible growth. Every failure carried a lesson. I studied what the bigger creators did right, but I refused to become a copy. I took what I learned and filtered it through my own lens, adding my personality, my voice, my energy. That was the turning point. In an oversaturated space, I realized the key wasn’t fitting in; it was standing firm in who I was. Becoming myself unapologetically is how I found my lane, and it’s what continues to drive me forward.

Looking back now, my biggest mistake early on was caring too much about how I was perceived. I invested too much emotion into other people’s opinions, into the narratives they created about my content, instead of trusting my own vision and silencing the noise. That need for validation slowed my growth. It turned what should have been peaceful, focused nights into restless, stressful ones. If I had learned sooner to move with confidence and let my work speak for itself, my learning curve would have been far shorter and my peace far greater.

The most essential skill I had to develop was self-trust, believing in my creative instincts even when the results didn’t immediately reflect the effort. Alongside that came discipline and adaptability: showing up through failure, learning without ego, and evolving without losing myself. But the greatest obstacle wasn’t the algorithm or the competition; it was doubt. Not just my own, but the doubt I felt from my family. It never came from a place of hate; it came from concern, from a desire for security. Still, carrying that uncertainty from the people closest to me made the journey heavier. It tested my belief in how far this dream could really go. Over time, I learned that making the “impossible” possible meant trusting myself even when others couldn’t yet see the vision. And choosing to keep going anyway.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Hi, I’m KirbysPrime, a content creator focused on commentary, analysis, and storytelling around internet culture, gaming, and the creator space as a whole. What I do is rooted in curiosity. I’ve always been interested in how online communities form, how narratives spread, and how people engage with digital media beyond just surface-level reactions.

I didn’t get into content creation with a big business plan in mind. It started as a genuine interest and a creative outlet. Over time, through consistency and a lot of trial and error, it became something more intentional. I learned how to research topics more deeply, structure ideas into compelling narratives, and develop a voice that felt honest rather than performative. That process of growth is still ongoing, and it’s one of the things I value most about what I do.

My content is primarily long-form video commentary. I take topics that can feel overwhelming, confusing, or overly simplified online and try to slow them down, adding context, asking better questions, and breaking things apart in a way that respects the viewer’s intelligence. I’m not interested in quick outrage or chasing trends just for attention. I’d rather make content that holds up over time and gives people something to think about after the video ends.

The main problem I try to solve for my audience is noise. The internet moves fast, and a lot of conversations happen without much depth or nuance. I aim to create space for clear content that helps people understand what’s actually going on and why it matters, instead of just reacting to it. I don’t position myself as an expert with all the answers; I approach topics as someone learning in real time and thinking things through alongside my audience.

What I believe sets me apart is that sense of intention and transparency. I’m real. I’m careful about how I present information, open about my perspective, and willing to acknowledge uncertainty when it exists. I want viewers to trust that I’m engaging with topics honestly, not just saying what gets the biggest reaction. That trust is something I take seriously.

One of the things I’m most proud of is the community that’s grown around my work. The people who watch and engage aren’t just passive viewers; they contribute thoughtful feedback, challenge ideas, and help shape the direction of future content. That kind of relationship doesn’t happen by accident; it comes from mutual respect and consistency over time.

For anyone new to my work, whether you’re a potential collaborator, client, or viewer, the most important thing to know is that I care deeply about quality and long-term growth. I’m focused on building something sustainable, meaningful, and honest. I’m not trying to appeal to everyone, but to create work that resonates with people who value depth, perspective, and genuine conversation.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to make content that adds value, inspires, and motivates people to be more. Whatever goal you have in mind, you can make happen. Opinions and “views” come with this, but the only view that matters is yours.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

Early on, I don’t think I fully understood this, but the impact you can have on people’s lives, even in small, everyday ways, is truly a blessing. Knowing that there are people who genuinely look forward to watching my content daily is something I never take for granted. It’s still humbling to me.

As creators, we sometimes fail to realize just how much influence we actually have. The things we say or do sometimes without much thought can reach thousands of people and affect them in ways we may never fully see. That responsibility is easy to forget, especially when content creation becomes routine, but it’s always there.

At the same time, that influence is a beautiful thing. Something that may seem small or insignificant to us can completely change the dynamic of a conversation, a community, or even someone’s perspective. When used correctly, when it’s driven by intention and not just personal gain, content has the power to positively shape the space around us, and even the world beyond it.

That’s something I try to remain mindful of every day.

How did you build your audience on social media?

Building my social media audience has truly been the definition of being a military brat—constantly adapting, moving, and finding new ways to grow. I tried so many different avenues before things finally took off for me on TikTok.

I started back in 2019, posting NBA 2K mixtape highlights on Instagram. I committed to consistency and focused on putting out high-quality mix videos. After about a year and a half of staying locked in, I grew to over 10,000 followers. That experience taught me patience and the value of showing up even when the growth isn’t immediate.

From there, I shifted toward YouTube with the full intention of expanding my audience and building something bigger around 2K content creation. The growth was slow but steady, and even when it felt discouraging at times, I didn’t give up. I knew that if I truly wanted to grow, I’d have to get uncomfortable, so I started putting myself in positions where I could make new connections and potentially meet bigger creators.

Along the way, I realized that a large portion of the 2K creator community was primarily based on Twitter, so I made the effort to establish myself there as well. Even then, I wasn’t fully seeing the results I hoped for, or at least not at the pace I thought they would come. Still, I kept pushing.

Eventually, I decided to branch out to TikTok without knowing that it would become a blessing in disguise. Looking back now, that decision changed everything. TikTok opened doors I didn’t even know existed and became the greatest move I could have made for myself, my content, and my brand.

That journey taught me that growth isn’t always linear, and sometimes the breakthrough comes from the platform you least expect—if you’re willing to keep showing up and take the leap.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/KirbysPrime
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ki7by
• Twitter: http://Twitter.com/KirbysPrime
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCefguL3nuLIhTXHeF6HSzgA
• Other: Twitch: http://twitch.tv/KirbysPrime

  Tiktok: http://www.tiktok.com/@kirbysprime

Image Credits

Kirby Harden.