About this artist
DeeJay Ford is a solo Hip-Hop artist and the owner of an independent label, Nerd Flow Music LLC. Defying the excessive emphasis on "where you're from" or "what do you represent”, DeeJay tends to stray from stereotypes and performs in his own, unique way.
Although raised in Louisville, KY, DeeJay was fortunate to have had the opportunity to spend some formidable young adult years in Chicago. DeeJay shares a love affair with both cities and having family in both, claims each as home.
DeeJay doesn't go out of his way to create an imaginary image that carries the appealing qualities a stereotypical “rapper” is presumed to have. Quoted recently he says, “It’s a trip working in such a contradictory music genre. How do we measure success? The statement 'Keep It Real' is constantly overused by a handful of artists with music catalogs full of folklore. My definition of success has definitely evolved. I don’t write, perform or produce for fame, fortune or accolades. Success is simply the ability to be able to do what I love, which is create music, and inspire people. Words are powerful, and they can uplift, or they can kill the spirit. Words can start wars, or bring peace."
DeeJay credits many artists for inspiration, not just musically, but spiritually as well. DeeJay’s influences range from 2Pac to OutKast, Prince to MJ, and even rock groups like Nirvana and Led Zeppelin. “I just love good music created by talented artists of all genres.”
DeeJay delivers his wordplay in tandem, like perfectly fit puzzle pieces, while telling witty and compelling stories to a variety of hard hitting productions, spanning from jazzy underground tunes to straight trap music, uniquely delivering it all without using any profanity. "My two biggest fans are my son and my daughter. I want to be able to encourage them and share my music with them, and other fans of all ages around the world. Hip-Hop isn’t a genre that parents can often enjoy with their kids. I want families to share my music, because there's something special about that!"
"Remember, it’s not about the accolades…it’s about sharing…sharing the creation, inspiration and the love…. Music is how I decorate silence!! What’s your Nerd Flow??”