Reuben Vincent’s dream to be a rapper became a reality when he was discovered by producer 9th Wonder at the age of 13. In this conversation with PBS North Carolina, the Charlotte native discusses his family’s Liberian heritage, the hip-hop renaissance in the Queen City and what it’s like to work with 9th Wonder.
The lesson “Staying Real Under Pressure” uses Reuben Vincent’s interview to explores what it means to be authentic and to stay true to yourself even when it feels easier to blend in.
