Terrell Edwards-Maye aka KR1k is a triple treat. Not only is he an outstanding athlete but now is taking over the music scene. We talk to him about football, music and his legacy.
Joe Gaiter: Tell us about your 2014 NFL Draft experience?
KR1k: It was an interesting and eye opening experience for me. It had its ups; with hopes that I would potentially have an opportunity to display my talents at another level. It was almost like an unrealistic high to even have your name uttered amongst any NFL Team. But it also had its downs; to have your childhood dream stripped away from you simply because you didn’t receive the satisfaction that every “dreamer” would have and that’s to be drafted and in someone’s training camp. I would say it was a blessing to even be considered.
Joe Gaiter: Is there anything you would change or do differently looking back?
KR1k: I’d have to say No, simply because it was apart of my path that I had to walk in order to grow in life and becoming more of a man. I worked hard, was completely dedicated, and exhausting every option & every opportunity. Honestly I can say that I’m proud of myself. I overcome tons of adversity and learned a lot about myself in the process. So would I change it ?!?! Not for the world.
Joe Gaiter: What did you think about your former team’s performance this year?
KR1k: The guys did ok, I’m proud of their efforts. They didn’t win a ton of games, but they pressed through their hard times and you can’t do anything but respect that.
Joe Gaiter: Do you miss being on the field?
KR1k: Of course I do.  I’ve spent plenty of sleepless nights posted in North Hollywood, California thinking about the “what if” factors and beating myself up about it. But eventually came to grips with the fact that it’s only another test.
Joe Gaiter: When did you start getting into music?
KR1k: I’ve always done music but it was almost vigorously overshadowed by football.
Joe Gaiter: What is your stage name and how did you come up with it?
KR1k: King Rell 1k, which quickly evolved into KR1k basically to simplify a long name but the meaning, is still the same. Of course KR in KR1k stands for King Rell that came about by way of belief that I am a king and deserve everything thing a king is entitled too. And Rell pretty much because it’s my name. The “1k” means one thousand by definition but has more significant of a meaning to me. Everything is 1k from your demeanor to your lifestyle. You have to keep things 1k with yourself and see the reality of the things that are placed in front of you in life. Understanding of situations, relationships whether personal or business, the way you walk, how you communicate, basically you evolving as a person.
Joe Gaiter: What do you want the listener to your music to feel after they are done with your album?
KR1k: Me and the essence of my story with an occasional turn up song here and there. I’m telling my story of things I’ve seen, experiences I’ve had, projections of my mind state basically. I’m not one of those rappers that speak on things that I’ve never seen or done or experienced. I just want people to enjoy my story !
Joe Gaiter: What makes you music different from the other rappers?
KR1k: The same thing that makes any person different from the next. I’m not them and they aren’t me. We all feel differently. We are all dedicated differently We all express differently with the same type of goals in mind. And that’s to be named as one of the greats such as the G.O.A.T. – LL Cool J
Joe Gaiter: Tell us about your new music projects?
KR1k: I’ve shot a few videos, recorded tons of songs and have collaborated with a few different artists and producers. I’ve done a few shows and had the experience of interacting with a few major artist. I’m currently working on a Mixtape and just launched my website : www.kr1k.com
Joe Gaiter: Is there anybody out there that you really want to collab with?
KR1k: Tons of artists, but I would love to do a song with Kevin Gates
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