2J reveals his music career began by accident after moving to Stavanger with no friends.
Christine Dancke hosts an interview with the artist 2J, who introduces himself as a 21-year-old from Trondheim now based in Stavanger. He recounts how his music career began by accident after moving to Stavanger in 2021, where he had no friends and stumbled into a studio called Metropolis, meeting artists like Pablo and Jessi Minka. 2J describes starting as a hype man for Pablo before launching his own music, which he says has been chaotic since. He emphasizes his high-energy personality, which he notes sometimes leads people to mistakenly assume he uses drugs. The discussion turns to the business aspects of music, with 2J arguing that artists can succeed independently today without labels, stressing the importance of being genuine and building connections. He shares insights into his upbringing, revealing he moved 18 times before age 21, often between Norway and Morocco, which taught him to let things go and adapt quickly. This background, he says, helps him read people and control his emotions. 2J analyzes the Norwegian rap scene, mentioning artists like Rock Boys, Saji, and Cezinando, and notes a trend toward pop influences while highlighting new sounds emerging. He talks about his collaborations with artists such as Arif, Asiaban, and Saji, and expresses a desire to work with Megdi, whom he compares to Batman. Throughout, 2J reflects on balancing his energetic stage presence with a personal life that includes sauna visits and time in Stavanger for relaxation. He offers advice on self-reliance, urging listeners to take small steps toward their goals and not rely on others. The episode concludes with 2J hinting at future studies and expressing gratitude for the interview.
