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CHICAGO MODEL TURNED RAPPER
YesLIVCan
HAS THE INTERNET BUZZING WITH
“THE INVASION” SERIES AS SHE REDEFINES THE NEW HIP-HOP ERA BY XQUISITE EDITORS
BY YLC STUDIOS
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ABOVE: LIV DURING A PHOTO SHOOT FOR VIDEO; BELOW: AT A RECENT PHOTO SHOOT WITH SISTERS FOR SISTERLOVEREALITY.COM/PHOTOS COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
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TOP PHOTO - LIV AT PHOTO SHOOT WITH WILHELMINA MODELING AGENCY. BOTTOM - LIV DURING A PHOTO SHOOT FOR HIP HOP BEAUTIES/COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
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LIV DURING A PHOTO SHOOT FOR BLACK HAIR MAGAZINE PHOTO / COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
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ABOVE LEFT MONSTA VILLA & LIV DURING PHOTO SHOOT AT YLC STUDIOS ; ABOVE RIGHT - LIV WORKING OUT AT THE GYM IN NYC; PHOTO BELOW - LIV DURING PHOTO SHOOT AT YLC STUDIOS/ COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
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Born in Chicago, LIV
understood at an early age how to adapt to any situation. Living in and out of many neighborhoods around the city because of her parents instability, LIV knew she was the only "Hope" she had. Thru attending schools in the suburbs of Illinois, LIV found an outlet to the troubled home environment of daily violence and deterioration. Though a misguided youth, LIV still managed to conquer her struggles and create a world of her own where she realized in that world she could DO anything and BE anything she wanted. After getting her Juvenile record ex ponged, LIV then turned her life around to become the Woman she really wanted to be. LIV Graduated from High School and was awarded partial scholarship funds from various outlets to assist her in Continuing on to the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) where she completed a Bachelor degree with HONORS. Realizing her potential to become a model, LIV started modeling for small venues and events in Chicago. Beyond ALL odds LIV soon became a Ford Model with Magazine pages and Advertisements all over the country. Upon the success of modeling LIV then moved her sights to new territory - Miami Beach, Florida. PHOTO ABOVE - LIV DURING PHOTO SHOOT AT YLC STUDIOS ; PHOTO COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
Making it out of Chicago, LIV knew there would be no more obstacles that could get in her way. She decided to take herself serious as a writer and began writing songs and hooks for multiple artists from Rap to R&B as well as Reggae and Pop. Using modeling as a tool, she went on to join other mega modeling agencies such as Wilhelmina and Elite. Slowly becoming a force, LIV packed everything up to move to NYC to further pursue not only her modeling, but also her song-writing career. NYC proved to LIV that the time for her to CHOOSE music over modeling was approaching. Not too long after the move to NYC, LIV broke from modeling and began her professional music career. She then joined forces with Lootchy and invested into a recording studio, we began learning how to use it while the HITS began pouring out. They created YES LIV CAN, an independent label designed for recording and producing for various artists and genres. Today, LIV is the Co-founder and CEO of YES LIV CAN and YLC Studios. Not only on the management side, LIV is in charge of overseeing as well as conducting all projects and is even the Engineer for all of the tracks that come out of this HIT FACTORY. Thru life's many different experiences, LIV is able to tap into the minds and hearts of everyone of her listeners. Considering herself a Lyricist, LIV has tracks on the up coming "Beauty and the Beast" project with Monsta Villa that are sure to be pleasing for not only the R&B audience, but for Hip-Hop lovers as well. -YES LIV CAN-
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VE ON THE MOVE ON THE MOVE ON THE MOVE ON THE MOVE ON THE MOVE ON THE MOVE ON THE M XQUISITE - Hey LIV, we are so excited to finally interview you with such a busy schedule. Tell us about yourself! What are some of your likes and dislikes? LIV - Thank you!I like everything 100% Natural, real hair, real nails, real boobs and butts! (Laughs) I dislike the words "I can't". Never tell me no if you know whats good for you. (Smiles) XQUISITE (Laughing) Yea on that note, so just how did you get started in the music scene? LIV - I realized how influential music was, started turning my poems into raps XQUISITE - Where are you currently located? LIV - Brooklyn NY XQUISITE - What city/country do you represent? LIV - BOTH Brooklyn and Chicago XQUISITE - Enough said! (laughs) You’ve done so much so far and in such a short period of time. Are there any upcoming videos or events coming up in the future for you and for YLC studios? LIV - Yes, as you know, THE INVASION HAS BEGUN. I am getting prepared to release Part 3! Part 1 and Part 2 have the industry buzzing already. Make sure you watch ALL ABOVE - LIV AT A PHOTO SHOOT WITH WILHELMINA MODELING AGENCY; PHOTO COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
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Then look out for the upcoming "Beauty and the Beast" album from LIV and Monsta Villa. XQUISITE - Any advice for the next generation of musical artists? LIV - Stay TRUE to you. What you want. What you believe in and never compromise yourself for anything. This way you will have no regrets. Authenticity is Key. XQUISITE - Are you being managed right now or signed to any companies? LIV - Yes, I am being managed and I am signed. By MYSELF and TO MYSELF! Only way to go for a true independent artist. XQUISITE - How is that working out for you? (laughs) LIV - Staying Independent works out perfectly for me. I enjoy what I do, I enjoy helping others learn how to do "what I do". And most of all, I enjoy getting paid to do what I love. I control my own destiny (mine and God of course) XQUISITE - Of course. OK last question love: Its 10 years from now; You’ve take over the industry, where do you see yourself in say the clothing, entertainment industry or movies, etc.? LIV - I see myself being responsible for the "Hip Hop Renaissance" after the Invasion tracks awaken the industry, there will be a lot of changes for the better in the Hip Hop Culture. Thank me later! (laughs) XQUISITE - As far as relationships goes, (laughing), Are you seeing anybody or casually dating?
ABOVE - LIV AND MONSTA VILLA AT A PHOTO SHOOT ON TOP OF YLC STUDIOS; COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
LIV - Music is my ONLY love. I am married to my MOVEMENT & very dedicated to it! XQUISITE - Do you have the time for that? LIV - Exactly! ”NO TIME” for relationSHITs right now (laughs) XQUISITE - What is different about your songs from other artists that draws the audiences in? LIV - I am as real as it gets, I spit my heart out on the MIC which makes me relatable to my audience. They like REALNESS! XQUISITE - What have you learned from (relationship wise and music wise), that makes you say "I'm Good, I'm Moving On? or "NEXT??? " LIV - If there is constant struggle/conflict in certain areas of your life, it means you're "forcing it." Analyze what is worth your energy and move accordingly. If someone or something is causing more harm than good - move on. XQUISITE - Is there any competition musically and fashion wise (I bet you'll probably say "No, not really, Next question (laughs) that makes you say to yourself "Hey I'm out”, “Sorry I can't compete, this just isn't for me?” or “Are they serious??" LIV - What you said was about right. No, there is no competition, I stand alone on this road to clean-up Hip-Hop!
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LOGOS FOR YLC STUDIOS AND YESLIVCAN; PHOTOS OF LIV BEAUTY AND THE BEAST PHOTO SHOT ON TOP OF YLC STUDIOS WITH MONSTA VILLA; PHOTOS COURTESY OF YLC STUDIOS
CONTACT LIV AT YLC STUDIOS www.yeslivcan.com TWITTER www.twitter.com/yesLIVcan FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ yesliv.can INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/yeslivcan TUMBLR: www.yeslivcan.tumblr.com
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