Intro:
Every once in a while, an artist emerges who doesn’t just make music — they reflect the raw truth of where they come from. Broward County’s own Ricotana is one of those voices. With a background rooted in the hustle and a heart grounded in purpose, he speaks for those coming up from nothing, blending authenticity, pain, and passion into every bar. We caught up with him to talk about his journey, his sound, and what’s coming next.
For those just tuning in — who are you, and what do you represent through your music?
I’m Ricotana just a product of my environment real thorough guy I represent the people from the bottom coming from nothing you know
What was the turning point that made you take music seriously as a career?
I was always hustling in the streets couldn’t get past that hundred K mark because I’ll fuck the money up going to the strip clubs and making sure the guys around me is straight I was around a few well known rappers. I seen how easy they was making money in the music and the police wasn’t harassing them. I just wanted a change
I said fuck it. I’m bout to do this for real.
How would you describe your sound to someone who’s never heard you before?
My sound is unmatched I got up north and down south lingo. You can’t compare my sound to nobody else just my deliverance and tone of my voice is raw and addictive on these beats
What does a typical studio session look like for you — is it planned out or all off vibe?
Honestly, I make the best music when I’m alone. It’s never planned out. However, I’m feeling that day. I just hit the studio and do what I do.
Which song or project of yours means the most to you, and why?
I got a project. I’m working on right now. Call April fools every song on there is sentimental to me. I put my all into this. I was going through a lot in my life at the time of making this project so you’re gonna get a lot of pain music.
What’s something people don’t see behind the scenes of your grind?
How much of a father I am I’m still a father at the end of the day while I’m chasing my dreams i gotta spend time with the kids. Cause you can’t get that back.
What’s been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned so far on your journey?
It ain’t about what you know it’s not about how good your music is. It’s about who you know that could put you in position and once you get in you’re work ethic determines how long you stay in
What’s next for you — anything fans should be on the lookout for?
Yeah, stay tuned for this project that I’m working on a lot of songs. A lot of features a lot of visuals.
Outro:
Ricotana is proof that real stories, told with no filter, still cut through the noise. From the strip clubs to the studio booth, from fatherhood to the frontlines of hip-hop — his journey is just beginning. Keep your eyes locked and your ears open. This is one voice you won’t be able to ignore for long.
Follow @Ricotana on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ricotana/