From the heart of James Island, South Carolina, comes a voice rooted in history, resilience, and authenticity. Meet WillSouliii — pronounced Will-Soul the Third — a 52-year-old Gullah Geechee artist using music to honor his culture, tell his story, and build a legacy.
A Cultural Backbone and a Creative Flame
Raised just outside Charleston, WillSouliii represents a community steeped in rhythm and oral tradition. As a proud Gullah Geechee artist, his music draws from deep cultural roots — blending soulful reflection with hard-earned experience. Before stepping fully into music, WillSouliii served as a dedicated Army veteran. His years in service, along with his work as a mentor and creative, shaped the grounded and thoughtful presence he brings to every verse.
“Hip-hop lets you tell your truth unapologetically,” he says. “It gave me the space to speak on life, struggle, joy, and evolution.”
The Role of Music in His Life
Music has always played a key role in WillSouliii’s journey — from hearing gospel and soul in his youth, to spitting rhymes in freestyle sessions with friends. But it wasn’t until later in life that he decided to share his sound with the world. What started as journaling rhymes to process life, turned into full-fledged songs that now touch others deeply.
“Once people started telling me they felt seen or motivated by my music, I knew this was more than just a passion — it was a calling.”
A Mentor With a Mic
If it weren’t for music, WillSouliii believes he’d still be pouring into others through teaching or mentorship. But music gave him a louder platform — one that allowed him to motivate, uplift, and connect with people far beyond his local reach.
His creative home, BrizzyMuzik, isn’t just a label — it’s a legacy in motion. It’s the foundation for his upcoming album Soul Fly, a project focused on substance, storytelling, and soulful visuals. His goal? To build a brand that empowers artists, respects culture, and moves people with authenticity.
A Style That Speaks
Blending the edges of R&B and rap, WillSouliii’s sound is both smooth and sharp. It carries lyrical weight and emotional depth — the kind of music that doesn’t just play in the background but demands presence.
“I’m not afraid to be vulnerable or reflective,” he shares. “But I still bring that hip-hop edge. My sound gives you something to feel and something to think about.”
His creative process is rooted in intuition. Sometimes it starts with a beat, sometimes with a feeling. Lyrics are born from emotion, jotted in notes, hummed in voice memos, and polished until they land with purpose.
Purpose Over Hype
WillSouliii is clear about his mission. He wants to show that it’s never too late to follow your passion, and that life experience adds depth to creativity — not distance.
“I want to represent for grown folks, for creatives with depth, for artists with life under their belt. This isn’t about hype — it’s about honesty.”
No Fashion Icons — Just Self Expression
Ask about fashion, and WillSouliii keeps it simple: “I don’t have a fashion icon — I just do me. I wear what feels right and reflects who I am in that moment.” That same spirit runs through his music — natural, unforced, and uniquely him.
Influences and Dream Collaborations
Musically, he’s inspired by the likes of Common, The Roots, Jill Scott, and Little Brother — artists who masterfully blend substance with style. Though he’s not trying to mimic anyone, he channels that same energy: poetic, grounded, and soulful.
If he could collaborate with any artists? He names Alex Isley, for her timeless and soulful voice, Anderson .Paak for his unmatched energy and genre fluidity, and Big K.R.I.T. for his storytelling and Southern lyricism.
The Road Ahead
With Soul Fly on the way and BrizzyMuzik gaining traction, WillSouliii’s career is building toward something bigger than himself. His legacy isn’t just about tracks or streams — it’s about impact, representation, and truth.
He isn’t chasing trends — he’s building something real. And that, perhaps, is what makes WillSouliii not just an artist, but a movement.
