Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The Symba Interview: Breaking the Indie Rap Playbook #SYMBA #curtissking
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction To Symba
2:35 How 9/11 Influenced Symba's Music Career
6:39 When It Became More Than Just Rap
8:11 The Evolution Of Rap & Social Media
11:02 Symba's Expectations Signing To Major Label
16:25 When Symba Outgrew The Major Label
18:38 Symba's Life Changing Experience In Africa
24:04 What Symba Respects About LaRussell
26:37 Symba Viral Video Defending LaRussell
29:04 Symba's Personal Story About Fame & Friends
31:47 Symba: "Ego Is Not Your Amigo"
34:24 Symba Challenges Bay Area Pimping
37:27 We Are Pastors Of Our Own Churches
38:26 When Symba Locked In On His Independence
44:29 The Power Of Online Community
51:44 Being a Rapper vs. Being A Business Of Rap
53:46 Indie Vs. Major: Pros and Cons
57:07 What Is The HARDEST Thing About Independence?
59:58 Merchandise: What Rappers Should Never Do
1:03:41 2026: The Death Of The Influencer
1:08:07 Capitalism Kills Culture
1:14:45 How To Approach Influential Rappers
1:17:19 Symba's Brilliant Play To Get Rap Feature
1:21:03 Genius Marketing For DIYers
1:22:36 Why Rappers Struggle With Content
1:27:17 What Rappers Should Stop Romanticizing
1:33:34 We Need Gatekeeping In Hip Hop
1:35:04 $10 Mill vs. 1 Billion Lifestyle
1:36:18 Symba's Eye Opening Trip With Will Smith To Ibiza
1:37:51 Why The Indie Rap Life Is Slower
1:39:56 The State Of Hip Hop in 2026
1:48:30 How Symba Defines Success
👑 WHO IS SYMBA?
SYMBA is a Bay Area–born, Los Angeles–based rapper, producer, actor, and cultural commentator known for blending sharp lyricism with real-world experience and entrepreneurial vision. After building early momentum in the Bay and Los Angeles alongside artists like YG, Tyga, and DJ Mustard, he broke through with his 2015 mixtape 2 More Words, earning praise from outlets like XXL and Hypebeast. His journey has included major-label moments, creative resets, and a hard-earned return to independence rooted in ownership and intention. Today, SYMBA operates as a fully independent artist and livestreamer, using music, content, and conversation to challenge culture and build directly with his audience.
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By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing.
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The Symba Interview: Breaking the Indie Rap Playbook #SYMBA #curtissking
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction To Symba
2:35 How 9/11 Influenced Symba's Music Career
6:39 When It Became More Than Just Rap
8:11 The Evolution Of Rap & Social Media
11:02 Symba's Expectations Signing To Major Label
16:25 When Symba Outgrew The Major Label
18:38 Symba's Life Changing Experience In Africa
24:04 What Symba Respects About LaRussell
26:37 Symba Viral Video Defending LaRussell
29:04 Symba's Personal Story About Fame & Friends
31:47 Symba: "Ego Is Not Your Amigo"
34:24 Symba Challenges Bay Area Pimping
37:27 We Are Pastors Of Our Own Churches
38:26 When Symba Locked In On His Independence
44:29 The Power Of Online Community
51:44 Being a Rapper vs. Being A Business Of Rap
53:46 Indie Vs. Major: Pros and Cons
57:07 What Is The HARDEST Thing About Independence?
59:58 Merchandise: What Rappers Should Never Do
1:03:41 2026: The Death Of The Influencer
1:08:07 Capitalism Kills Culture
1:14:45 How To Approach Influential Rappers
1:17:19 Symba's Brilliant Play To Get Rap Feature
1:21:03 Genius Marketing For DIYers
1:22:36 Why Rappers Struggle With Content
1:27:17 What Rappers Should Stop Romanticizing
1:33:34 We Need Gatekeeping In Hip Hop
1:35:04 $10 Mill vs. 1 Billion Lifestyle
1:36:18 Symba's Eye Opening Trip With Will Smith To Ibiza
1:37:51 Why The Indie Rap Life Is Slower
1:39:56 The State Of Hip Hop in 2026
1:48:30 How Symba Defines Success
👑 WHO IS SYMBA?
SYMBA is a Bay Area–born, Los Angeles–based rapper, producer, actor, and cultural commentator known for blending sharp lyricism with real-world experience and entrepreneurial vision. After building early momentum in the Bay and Los Angeles alongside artists like YG, Tyga, and DJ Mustard, he broke through with his 2015 mixtape 2 More Words, earning praise from outlets like XXL and Hypebeast. His journey has included major-label moments, creative resets, and a hard-earned return to independence rooted in ownership and intention. Today, SYMBA operates as a fully independent artist and livestreamer, using music, content, and conversation to challenge culture and build directly with his audience.
🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: bit.ly/subcktv
👀 WATCH MORE CURTISS KING REACTS: bit.ly/ckreacts
👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing.
💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT:
►► amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv
🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING
►► Instagram → instagram.com/CurtissKing
►► Twitter → twitter.com/CurtissKing
►► Website → curtissking.com
►► My Music → curtissking.bandcamp.com
#curtissking
🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672
