Rizzo G.U.N’s music is as expansive as his background and for him, it’s more than just rapping, it’s about entertaining. Rizzo’s artistry is shaped through his travels around the world which is evident in how he presents himself on stage and in his music. He aims to leave an impression with is listeners as he draws inspiration with his listeners as he draws inspiration from the most influential performers like Beyonce, & Prince. First, to understand Rizzo, you have to understand the breakdown of his name.
The acronym G.U.N. stands for “Get Up Now” and is a way to motivate others to chase their dreams. Even through diversity and obstacles, Rizzo G.U.N wants to spread to his fans that they want to be steadfast. Musically, Rizzo’s sound consists of the three cultures he represents. Born in Brooklyn at the Kings County Hospital, Rizzo’s roots also expand to the culture rich city of Atlanta and the West Indies. He effortlessly bends the colorful Caribbean cadences with the laid back, East Coast appeal.
His record “Adios” off his debut project, Capricorn SZN, is a great representation of this as it boasts heavy Caribbean rhythms along with the sharp, lyrical prowess that New York rap is known for. The city of Atlanta, however, allowed Rizzo to perfect his craft as a performer where he would perform across the rapidly growing music mecca.
Rizzo G.U.N. has also shared a series of singles including “Slow Connection”, “Censor”, & “Good Bad Boy”. With every release, Rizzo makes clear how expansive the genre of “Trap Soca” is & how far it can go. Gaining cosigns from notable influencers such as DJ EFN (Drink Champs), DJ Scream (Big Facts Podcast, 105.3 The Beat ATL) & Big Bank DTE (Big Facts Podcast & The Shit Show). With entertaining at the forefront, Rizzo G.U.N. has graced stages across the US, including NYU’s Frederick Loewe Theatre, Art Basel Miami, opening act for INOJ’s “My Boo” Tour, & his own “Life After” Tour. It’s only a matter of time before he’s mentioned among the greatest entertainers of all time.