Social media has completely changed the game when it comes to artists blowing up in the music industry. Puerto Rican rapper Svrite wants to be another one of those success stories.
Three years ago, Jay Rivera was just a young kid sharing a bedroom with his mom and stepdad in the slums of Orlando. Now, through the power of Instagram and streaming, he’s gaining buzz in the Hip Hop community and is ready to make 2020 his breakout year.
“I’m planning to put in as much work as it takes to blow up next year,” he tells HipHopDX. “I want to go on tour, have a bunch of new projects, and drop a couple of albums. I’m ready to make my mark.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQWvaFbcqws
Svrite’s story begins in a closet. Influenced by Spanish music at an early age and eventually becoming more a fan of rap, the then 15-year-old would wait for his mom to go to sleep and perform freestyles in his closet.
His main influence came from another Florida rapper, the late XXXTENTACION, whose combination of aggressive bangers and tongue-in-cheek lines inspired him to try rapping out.
“I heard him say ‘George W. Bush, right on her pussy,’” Svrite laughs. “I was like ‘damn, I want to do some shit like this’. I wasn’t too sure if people would like some stupid shit like that, but then I heard X and I was like ‘yo, maybe I should try it out.’ And shit just went crazy from there.”
Almost overnight, Svrite blew up.
https://twitter.com/nojumper/status/1069493485529526272?lang=en
His parody freestyles on Instagram and Snapchat went viral, hitting over 50 million views and catching the eye of some of the biggest meme pages on Instagram. He also received some attention in the Hip Hop world when No Jumper came across one of his freestyles on Twitter.
The success of the parody freestyles inspired him to become more serious about his music, leading to his most streamed song to date, “Jiggy” — a short catchy banger showcasing his flow that has over four million plays on Spotify. He says one reason he thinks his music stands out is his sound.
“My flows are crazy,” he says. “With the beat selection I always go for something different and just the diversity of my sound overall makes me different.”
He shows his affinity for trying different sounds on his latest single “HaHa,” incorporating Latin elements and mariachi band instrumentals with speaker pulsating bass.
Svrite’s last two projects also showcase a desire for versatility.
Beauty In A Nightmare is filled with light keys, reverb-heavy bass backing the adoring and sometimes love-sick croons sounding like a tribute to XXXTENTACION. His latest project Time To Listen sounds brighter, mixing in DIY SoundCloud bangers with clean singing. He also shows off his ability to flow on multiple styles of beats, coupled with sticky hooks.
The X influence shines through quite a bit on these projects. While some artists may feel pressure being compared to an artist as polarizing as X, Svrite isn’t worried about it.
“I don’t see it as an issue,” he says. “He’s a legend, I’m cool with drawing that comparison if it comes.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc7aVVSeuCg
A big collaborator on his latest project is Vancouver-based beatmaker NXSTY. The 18-year-old producer has also had quite a big year catching the attention of DJ superstars like Skrillex, The Chainsmokers and Dillon Francis, among others. He worked with Svrite on a few of his tracks including “BANDS” and “Flapjack Freestyle”. Svrite ended up meeting the young producer while out at his manager’s house, instantly wanting to work with him.
“He was passed out on the floor from drinking I guess and I didn’t know the dude but was worried about him,” he says. “So I poured some water on his face to wake him up and we starting talking after. A connection just sparked from there, so we hit the studio that same night and just went crazy.”
Although he’s very picky with what beats he raps on, he says NXSTY just matched his style perfectly.
Already notching over nine million streams on Spotify, Svrite is still adjusting to the pace of the game. But that doesn’t mean he has any intention of slowing down.
“This is something I’ve dreamed about since being a kid,” he says. “It’s always been the vision and I feel closer and closer to that moment every day, I’m just waiting for that day where my music takes off. I’m ready for whatever comes next.”
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SVRITE’s a star man, this HAHA track is next level.
ive seen his freestyles and this nigga gunna be on top 2020
How he only 17 tho? I bump jiggy every day. X would probably be bumping his music if he was still here. LLJ
He really the best at freestyles . Who harder?
i love svrite bruh
Yooo svrite, I’ve been listening to you for a long time bro, every time you drop a song or a freestyle I fucking run it up and listen to them on repeat, you are one of my favorite artists????You make genuine heat ?????P. S all your freestyles are fucking sick ?no one does it like you
It’s cool seeing some of your fav unnoticed artists blow up
been following this man since the beginning of his wild freestyles. love the fact that he’s blooming in the music industry now.
Bro I’ve been bumming svrite since the Gucci flip flop remix but follow the gram daddy svrite ~cj_web04
He’s up next, most slept on ???
he really got some good stuff out, can’t wait for him to blow up bro @ctrleah
He really do be the best, bumping Jiggy till the end
makes some good as music slept on too
This kids gonna Blow up! Watch! ??
His music career has been popin off lately and i’m here for it ?.
I’ve been listening to SVRITE for what feels like forever. Probably my favourite artist of 2019.
One of the most talented young rappers in the game rn, he really made a name for himself outside the freestyles (gayrap)
I been following the boy since the jump He gonna be big someday on my soul
He is going kill the rap game next year i know it
oh yea keep up the good work svrite
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Svrite definitely gon be one of the best rappers in 2020 ?
I think that it’s dope that he’s doing this so young.
dude is mad talented
One of the most underrated artists I’ve heard. Dude be going in hard on everything. Can’t get much better than that
You’re going far my guy, keep grinding it and keep yo head high.❤️
Instagram @therealchevylittle
Svrite has come a long way, he’s definitely talented with his freestyles, I love his music
Dope freestyles man @j3rm1e
His shit is so fire bruh! Crazy how far he has come in such a short timeline! @derekroper on insta
My dude is finally getting more recognition I remember his Gucci flip flop parody now look at him he really gunna pop out more 2020
Ma ig:Abel.cml
Hottest comin up, no joke
SHOUT OUT TO FUCKING SVRITE. FOLLOW ME HOE
This guy is 100% gonna blow up
My insta is ibeicy ?❄️??
To think he blew up with his bhad bhabie freestyle, mans making moves
Big fan. Been following you for some time now and loved every minute of it. Break out star in the making right here ??
@supspoy ig @smackerrrs twitter
Svrite follow me on the gram
Yo not gonna lie this guy is kind of a ????♂️
Hell yeah I started getting into his music last year and I love the goofy parts in his music it really stands out, even on his other more serious songs you can tell he’s got natural talent. It’s good to finally see he’s apart of the game, I wish the best and more for him.
svrite is da goat
Yo not gonna lie this guy is kind of a goat ??♂️?
Can’t be stopped, 2020 gonna be lit. @zach_hosken ig
I remember when svrite made his first gay freestyle bruh ? Live it up man
Ayeee
Svrite is the man big things next year ??????????
No matter the comparisons they do about with him and XXX Svrute is still unique he is one of the rappers with big future ive seen lately i hope you grow big brother
svrite up next ! took 1 song for all my homies to be on him?
Unstoppable @the_legend.ricox
Been following you since 15k crazy to see how you’ve grown man. Keep it up !
@noahsmith_65
2 months and svrite ahead?
Congrats man, been listening to your music for a min now.
_es_es._
W @chapxrro
Oh wow that’s so great!!! keep it up :))
@lili.soto3
fire af, love you fire ? ??(insta @teardropshawty)
@pacowxtson
Been following svrites music since he started really rapping,about 2 years ago or so and always saw that my dude had potential, if u guys wanna make a groupchat, or already have one i would appreciate if i can join, my ig is @alpha_4500
It’s amazing to have seen how you have grown as an artist and influence others on the come up, BLESS UP BROOO.
@nilesh.thani
So underrated and this post is great
Hope he blow up this year
My ig clems.rsms
Love and peace
Man this dude is insanely good??
Been following since the beginning! Been ducking with your music since then !? @forrealjuice
Been following this man since the beginning, glad his career is finally taking off
@Scout.ow
SVRITE ON TOP
i really fw his music bro. he’s gonna make it far‼️ ig: giaezrae
Svrite has been an idol to me through his dedication of his aspirations and dreams. He deserves all the glory he’s bound to get! He’s been kicking down doors these past two years to get where he is today and he’s an inspiration to the youth. Go get what’s yours man!!
YO Bruh get that bread this year and when we going to play r6 again ig@sadvibesbro
Came for the memes and stayed for the versatility, flows, and the innovative music
@jollyville66 ???
been fw this man for a while, ik he gone step this year? #svrite2k20
This guys the goat no cap
No one better duck with this guy, he’s coming for all throats next year
Been a fan of svrite since he made songs that were essentially memes.great to see where he as grown to now
I found you’re music through the gucci flip flops parody but you’re honestly insanely talented
Ayeee! glad to see you grow so fast!
Ig@ando_exe
I am proud of you man! You’ve helped me through bad times when I needed a laugh! I hope you do big things, my guy! Ig: nbiggs_99
Good shit
dude i love this man, i remember he called me and i was so surprise, he really cares about his fan base, also he’s so determined, i’m glad he got inspired because it really unlocked a great talent.
?this kid is talented @sf_erock
You literally fucking insane I got boost on repeat I mean like it’s so crazy how an artist can be so underrated and still be compared to other people ?❤️ @jackthesmacc
I remember hearing him two years ago and we had a conversation on Snapchat. Little did I know that I would soon watch and experience his growth and explosiveness. Truly talented artist.
Truly a talented artist, can’t wait for the new music in 2020???
Yo svrite is straight fire bro, he bring the heat to the table Fr!! Proud of you bros!!!!
Im proud of him been watching him and listening for years and he’s done so much! ig: austin_lhs
That guy is a legend
Been here since the start bro fr love this guy? ig:nascarmakoe
SVRITE coming in aggressive!! Taking out everything in his way??
he knows what he’s doing .
his music is absolutely fucking amazing regardless of who he sounds like ? been a fan for YEARS now. te amo mucho ❤️ ig: annely.rodriguez (i’m private but i’ll gladly accept ur follow request )
Man it’s so dope to be seein’ svrite comin’ up. I remember watching his freestyle videos all the time bc they were funny & he was actually snappin’, svrite if u see this- I hope u know u a ?. Ain’t nothing better than someone doin some dope shit & having fun while doing so, stay up
Man it’s so dope to be seein’ svrite comin’ up. I remember watching his freestyle videos all the time bc they were funny & he was actually snappin’, svrite if u see this- I hope u know u a ?. Ain’t nothing better than someone doin some dope shit & having fun while doing so, stay up
He finna blow up
IG- _huntermaten_
I been following svrite for years and I think even reposted one of his freestyles on my Instagram page @merrick.mp4 . I’m a huge fan of him and see greatness in the future.
Been here since the start keep it up broski you on the come up ig: 1_a.c.e
He next up I’m telling you!
Good to see a fellow Puerto Rican killing it man. I just remember bro from the gucci flip flops meme, but homie does have heat. IG:Knotuss
I play TTL all the way through damn near everyday Can’t wait til this man blows up ?
SVRITE is gunna take over the game just wait. Y’all can hate , y’all can do and say whatever, but you can’t deny the talent and level of skill that Svrite brings to the game. Enough comparisons, his music IS FIRE. @arizpe24g
keep up that ?? proud to see how far u came
I been listening to Svrite and his music and I’ve watched him just grow as an artist and as a person, and he’s one of my biggest inspirations in music. ?
-jay.henray
Your talented af, I wanna see you blow up in 2020
Ig:hobbsjoey
the next big thing! this dude is killin it
ig: loveonly.emmy
aye man i’ve been with you for while man since man 2017 we’ve talked on snap time to time but it’s been awhile man. glad to see you’re finally blowing up like you’ve been working towards big dude, keep the grind up and grow more.
Doing big shit bro!! Love to see it
@thekevinbroome
svrite is the goat ? @phoenixxlul
my boy svrite our here makin movessss@rex_oc
Svrite: Star ???
? @sdr.2317
underrated god flow @maxsteffen_
Goat @sdr.2317
Dudes Music mad heat just know this be bumping in the car at all times.
@stevio.ig
Absolute king with the fire tracks! Love from Toronto/Dubai ❤️
Keep grinding ? @samwatts333
Talent is rare in the music industry now a days. People just want a check rather than using that power to guide the young minds their music targets. Svrite is doing big things & actually cares about who listens to his music & actually has talent. I am a HUGE supporter & always will be ❤ you GO boo ❗❗❗
absolute legend
Y’all needa go listen to haha
Big moves??
SVRITE FINNA BLOW UP Because of his freestyle ability and versatility in his music
Best music I heard coming from the up and coming rappers and man been a fan since the freestyles on Instagram and afte me I heard Reverse and jiggy I know you was gone take off but keep grinding man much love bro
svrite kinda fire tho
I knew you was gonna go big. Been following you since day 1, the throne will be yours in 2020. IG handle: @nayemicruz
Elijah @_elijah22_
Ily ?? ?
Jaron @jaronjaysimons svrite is the GOAT
love you svrite your music is still amazing
Svrite the GOAT
homoflexual?? @joseglvv
@_daniela_l_
Bruh most underrated artist out there no ? @lawboyraps
Been hearing your music since years bk and i can say its dope. Its on fire and always keep up with what you be posting. Big fan here☺ @IG handle= king_dono_25
Definitely different from a lot of artists, he adds a lot of humor in a lot of his songs, which I love! Ig: @lemonahsauce
I keep on telling people to listen to this kid now watch how svrite finna blow up this year ? IG – @kae_senpai
been vibin since the first jiggy dropped and i aint stoppin’ @cole_courchene
He’s fire! -he’s finna blow!! @trentonjonathon
Dudes been slappin since jiggy and thats on grams. chiefsaregreat on ig
nice, i’m looking forward to listening to your music soon???
insta- disguyrob_51
This guy will go to the top bro. Storytelling in his music is unparalleled.
@salmansahmad
Yoooo I’m so glad I didn’t unfollow after the whole ex situation. He works really hard I’m proud to say I’ve been watching since the beginning ????
Ig- yahitsgrace
svrite most slept on rapper . he fire af no kap
@faith.babyy18 congrats bro bro ????
Aye he doin whats right he know his style and he know what he do it dont matter how many haters this man has he will always be a legend for giving us the gucci flipflops sus version WE SHALL NOT LOSE OR GIVE UP ON HIM HE IS THE DEFINITION OF GREATNESS AND WE BOTH PUERTO RICAN???
Crazy future for this man, and his career
ryanseibert_
Love you bro
Found off that GUCCI flip flop video your music is fire. @pfsc_31
ig:ali_abdulrida07
LEEEEEEEET’S GOOOOOOOO BABY NEXT BIGGEST RAPPER!No fucking cap!??????
IM SO HAPPY FOR YOUUU AHHHH YOUR MUSIC IS SO GOOD AND I HOPE YOU CONTINUE TO PRODUCE SOME BOMB ASS MUSIC ??
@_.lonely.bb.ghost._
Next rapper to blow up frfr. Got mad respect for boul??
Can’t wait to see where this journey takes you!! Doing great! Ig:blxx.stxrm
My insta is @alp3r3n05
I’ve been following you for a hot minute and I’ve watched you grow from a goofy little kid to a man with unlimited potential. It’s great seeing you grow! You’re killing it!
@strictlychief
Yo this dude finna go far, much love to him from the west coast of Canada. @250glizzlo instagram ??
Got mad respect for him…. Btw my Instagram is @mo_hafa
dude finna blow up