Taz And The Power Of Being 'Mentally Ill'
Taz And The Power Of Being ‘Mentally Ill’

Source: Richmond / Radio One
She will be known as THE girl from Hampton — a hip hop lyricist that helped put “the 7-5” on the map.
For now, we call her Taz.
A native of Hampton, VA, Taz is currently making rounds promoting her latest EP titled, Mentally Ill.
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After the suffering the loss of three friends to suicide, she funneled her pain into her work. Mentally Ill was born, a double entendre illuminating both her electrifying personality and her struggles with mental health.
More than a skilled MC, this rapper and mental health advocate uses her artistry to teach acceptance, ultimately removing the stigma around mental illness and emotional distress.
Chelsea Lemore recently sat down with Taz to talk about her latest project, her inspirations and more! See the full interview below:
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