"HU$H" began as an instrumental track sent to me by the LA band AntiKing for a vocal audition. I wrote the lyrics and recorded the melody independently, hoping it could lead to a real collaboration in the scene. At the time, I was already living in Pomona, dealing with life’s realities while still pushing forward musically.
Then legal issues arose—a charge that felt completely unfounded and blown out of proportion. Combined with the mounting pressures of the industry, disability, limited income from Social Security, and California’s high cost of living, it became clear I couldn’t stay. I made the difficult decision to leave Pomona and return to my family in Texas, with every intention of resolving things and heading back to California permanently once the situation allowed. That return never materialized—the expenses, logistics, and need for stability made it impossible, and Texas became home again.
Even though the AntiKing project never came together, "HU$H" remains a meaningful moment for me. It shows that I had already achieved what I set out to do in California: connect with the scene, create with others, and help start a major movement. The song itself speaks on darker truths I witnessed firsthand — the silencing, exploitation, coercion, harrassment, toxic-competition, and unchecked violations that run through the darkest parts of the entertainment industry. It’s an unflinching expression of those experiences.
The road that led to this track was tough, and I’m not here to glamorize it—just here to spread awareness. Thank you for listening and for being part of the story.