born Paul Marcelus Boyd Jr. in 1979 in Monterey, California has carved his path with a voice that’s as rugged as the streets that shaped it. Son of Paul Eric Boyd Sr. and Mabel Bush, he spent his formative years in Jacksonville, Florida, where the rhythm of the city seeped into his bones and the hustle became a way of life. From flipping CDs on street corners to fueling his first recordings, Benjamin learned early that music could be more than art—it could be a hustle with heart. He turned late-night studio sessions into a narrative blending gritty storytelling with melodic hooks that linger long after the track ends. His sound pulls from streetwise wit, memory-soaked lyricism, and a relentless grind that never stops pushing forward. Known (in the circles) for his unflinching honesty and crisp storytelling, Benjamin’s music paints a vivid portrait of life at the intersection of hustle and hope. Whether he’s laying down hard-hitting bars or reflective verses, his experiences—(from coastal beginnings in Monterey to) urban resilience in Jacksonville—fuel a voice that’s unmistakably his own. As he continues to release music and evolve as an artist, Solo Benjamin remains committed to authenticity, artistry, and the grind that brought him here. Expect sharp wordplay, heavyweight narratives, and a rising tide of tracks that illuminate the road from the corner to the stage.