Raw Resse

Born January 15, 1982 in Starksville, MS (but raised in East St. Louis, IL) Maurice Hines (better known as RAW RESSE) has the ability to create target-catching songs involving his personal life experiences. Personally, he takes pride in his multi-talented characteristic as a lyricist by providing the audience with an entertaining way to relate to his music. Rapping since the age of 13, Raw Resse learned to be versatile and independent when it came to creating music. His daughter has been the primary means of inspiration to continue to achieve new goals. Hard times, and being targeted by other rappers, have motivated him to become the better of the best rappers working. He has performed in various clubs, cities and events from the Midwest to the South and currently working his way throughout the entire country, leaving no door closed or spot untouched by his abilities. His rapping style can leave an audience guessing of what is to come next, in an almost suspensful way. Raw Resse will let anyone know one thing: "My lyrical style is Raw-nificent...meaning THE BEST...unlike anything else." With that being said, the BEST is yet to come.