Bump J Discusses How Prison Has Affected Him and Chicago’s New Hip-Hop Scene

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He was about to be the next big thing ‘til the street life caught up with him. After six and a half years in prison, Bump J is figuring out what’s next.

By Emmanuel C.M

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A decade ago, a young rhyme slinger from the gritty streets of Chicago was about to be the next big thing in hip-hop. Born Terrence Boykin, but known as Bump J, the then 28-year-old was one of the most sought after free agents in the game. He was also notorious throughout the streets of Chi-Town and after his brother’s murder in 2001, decided to use rap as a way out. Over the course of his career, the young MC dropped seven mixtapes with his Goon Squad crew, including his most popular Dinner Time, Chicagorilla and Welcome to Grimmyville.