Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Malik “M.K.J.” Johnson. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Alright, Malik “M.K.J.” thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?
I knew I wanted to purse music professionally once I heard from God to do so. My goal is always to be obedient and do the will of my Father God. Jesus saved my life in 2006. I started recording music in 2007. The rest is history!
Malik “M.K.J.”, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
My name is Malik Kiambe Johnson, stage name is “M.K.J. (My King Jesus).”
I am a Christian Rapper from Memphis, TN, (Memphis CHH) who makes conscious and relevant music that speaks to the culture, our society, and our youth, with solution-driven music based on the “Good News”.
I also own my record label, “10:15 Records”, which is based on Romans 10:15. I’ve been doing music now for nearly 15 years, and I’ve had my record label for over 10 years. Over these years, I’ve been blessed to do over 400 shows and tours around the country, I’ve been on many TV stations (most noted: ABC 24, Action News 5, News Channel 3, etc.)
All 20+ music/lyric videos I’ve released have combined for over 300,000 views between Youtube and Facebook.
Although I’m full-time in music when I’m not on the road, I mentor young men and I’m also the youth pastor at Breath Of Life Christian Center.
I gave my life to Christ at age 13. He called me to do music at 14. I haven’t looked back since!
How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?
I believe society can best help artists, ultimately by supporting them as if they’re already “on” or famous. Too often we wait until somebody “blows up” to then begin supporting certain artists, when the people (i.e. churches, family members, coworkers, neighbors, etc.) see many of these artist on the come up grinding in the early years, they can be supporting them before they get to the top. Supporting a lot of times costs NOTHING to do.
LIKE – COMMENT- SHARE – POST IN YOUR STORIES – TELL A FRIEND
Supporting is easy, it’s just a matter of want-to and will.
But I’m forever grateful for my supporters around the world!
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
What’s most rewarding for me, is not the sales, the income, or the “fame”, but knowing that my music has impacted so many around the world. It has blessed, challenged, and even help lead many to Christ. No award in the world will ever compare to that!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.1015music.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/mkj1015
- Facebook: Facebook.com/mkj1015
- Twitter: Twitter.com/mkj1015
- Youtube: Youtube.com/MyKingJesus116
- Other: www.1015music.com [email protected]
Image Credits
All photos are by 10:15 Records