Interview With Timothy Payn
What is your real name & stage name?
My real name is Timothy Nordyke. Everyone knows my as Timmy Payn or paynmusic though.
Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Honestly though I've been everywhere. Best view is to see I am just from earth.
What do you do?
I've had an entrepreneurial mindset my whole life. I big music, but i also tend to the earth landscaping, build and program electronics, and help startup companies organize.
Question: How long have you been in your industry?
I have been writing and rhyming since the age of 8. I have several decades in multiple fields.
What is your biggest accomplishment?
My biggest accomplishments will always be my 5 kids. To me its not about what's on and poppin now, its what you leave behind that matters.
How has COVID affected you on your journey?
I am sure just the same as anyone else. less customers, no shows, several runs of prednisone to try and keep from dying. It's a shame we've lost so many. I wish everyone had been lucky enough to be a survivor such as myself. Even then I almost didnt make it.
What's your next move ? My next move will always be taking steps toward the top. Some of these steps I'm sure will blow some minds though Are you working on any projects ? Several actually. I have the "Letters To Monicarlo" album coming in the next 12 months. I also have some singles in the works. "Walk a Mile" and a self titled "P.A.Y.N" coming in the next 6 months
Where do you see yourself in 1 year ?
I taught myself to not see myself even 10 days from now. We aren't promised tomorrow so the best bet is to grab onto and cherish every moment you have.
How old are you?
I am currently 34 until November.
How serious are you about your career?
What career? this is my life!! I eat, think, and dream lyrics. I sing while I walk, while I shower, when I cook, and when I clean. There's always music on in my head.
Have you ever thought about quitting music?
A lot of other things yes, never music though. I have to much to say."
Who inspires you the most?
Oneal Croft, my grand father. He gave me music. It's a shame I never got to show him what I'm doing with it.
What got you into making music?
Well supportive family during traumatic times to be honest. I needed an outlet for frustration because before that I didn't even know why I was here"
Who is your favorite producer
Definitely The Lokkz Music. He's helped me with and through a lot. That's family and you've heard his work
What is one of your best songs?
My best song available right now on all platforms is Rising Higher. its motivation music and closest to what's coming next.
Are you signed to a record or label?
Not yet. everywhere ive dug it turns out phishy, or we aren't a good match. we'll get there though.
Have you ever performed?
A few times local to where I was currently at. Billy's lounge, the shelter, random parties.
Who would you most likely collaborate with? Well I've got a list that may grow but it won't waiver. Dax and Joyner are in there towards the top. Work for what you need right?
If you could open for any artist who would it be?
Eminem. Anyone else I wouldn't feel comfortable calling it opening. I'm not sure how to explain that though so I'll leave it.
Where can we find you and your music online?
You can find all of my content online through my website. I setup a page where people can find me anywhere anytime. I'll drop the links for you though FB: @itstimmypayn Twitter: @PaynMusic IG: @PaynMusic Official website: http://www.timothypayn.com/stream
Is there anything else you want people to know about you? Yeah... I'm climbin, don't get in my way. This is Payn.