Nick Shea caught the attention of supporters last week after a clip surfaced of him rapping and sketching popular content creator, IShowSpeed, over a beat he produced himself. What made the moment even bigger was the reveal that it was the very first time the beat had gone public, and the reaction in the comment section proved it didn’t go unnoticed.
Viewers quickly filled the comment section with praise, congratulating Nick Shea not just for his performance but for the way he represented his city. Many supporters highlighted how he showcased Boston’s hip-hop culture, with some calling him a “legend” and others applauding his authenticity.
“Congrats @realnickshea, no one more deserving of this moment or a better representative of Boston,” one comment read, echoing the overall sentiment. Others thanked him for putting on for Boston and shining a spotlight on the city’s music scene in a new way.
The reception was overwhelmingly positive, marking an important moment in Nick Shea’s career and positioning him as one of the emerging talents to watch out of Boston hip-hop.
