J.I.D. continues to accomplish items on his bucket list, and his recent achievement is a significant milestone – an appearance on primetime news. The rapper took to Instagram to share his excitement about the surreal experience, expressing gratitude and humility. In a video posted on Tuesday, January 9, J.I.D. shared snippets of his interview on ABC News, visibly moved by the accomplishment. He reflected on his journey in the caption, saying, “Bruh we made @abcnews 11 old year old J.I.D. never even dreamed of this!! We humbled and was nervous af, but thankful.”
During the ABC News interview, J.I.D. discussed various aspects of his life and career. He touched on the recent success of his viral hit “Surround Sound,” explaining the inspiration behind the track. The rapper also opened up about his college football career, providing insights into his life before the music industry became the focal point. J.I.D. hinted at upcoming projects in the interview, specifically mentioning the highly anticipated joint album with super-producer Metro Boomin, known as the “Metro project.”
As fans eagerly await this collaboration, J.I.D.’s diverse talents and collaborations continue to enhance his position in the hip-hop scene. In a surprising twist, the 33-year-old artist unveiled another facet of his creativity – a venture into children’s literature. J.I.D. shared his plans to write a children’s book titled “Astrid the Ostrich, an African Bird.” The rapper described the project as an exploration of emotions commonly experienced by children, infused with his unique perspective.
With enthusiasm, he assured his followers that the book, still a work in progress, would be nothing short of cool. As J.I.D. expands his creative horizons and achieves new milestones, fans can anticipate more surprises from the Dreamville rapper. From viral hits to joint albums and literary endeavors, J.I.D.’s journey is evolving, leaving an indelible mark on the hip-hop landscape.
