Meet Rashad Andre Payne, known in the music world as LiL R.A. or Rush Dem. Born in Takoma Park, MD, and raised Northwest Washington, DC, and Hyattsville MD, Rush's passion for music was ignited at a young. Influenced by his father's "Emperor Sound" system, he began rapping at just ten years old, blending his Jamaican heritage with personal stories and clever lyrics. With inspirations ranging from Bob Marley to Nas, Rush's socially conscious music resonates deeply, paving the way for others in the industry.