Independent Artist Frank Vanegas Discusses New Track “What You Gonna Do”

Frank Vanegas is back with another single — and this time he’s switching things up a bit and showing audiences that he’s capable of mastering multiple different sounds. The Queens, New York born and raised artist just released his brand new single called “What You Gonna Do,” featuring another artist named Nameless.

The track is about the two’s time that they spent in the streets of New York and overcoming certain trials and tribulations. The song gives audiences a better insight to Vanegas’ life story, as he gets vulnerable and honest on the track.

“Ultimately we had to make a choice in our lives,” Vanegas said in a recent interview. “Continuing doing the same thing or elevate and create a better life for our families and ourselves.”

As an independent artist, Vanegas has the freedom and creativity to be versatile with his sound — and he does exactly that. The new track “What You Gonna Do” is an ambitious creative expression that experiments with a new sound, but is also one that works well for Vanegas and fits within his conscious rap portfolio.

Vanega’s passion for hip hop music began at a very early age. When asked about if his upbringing played a role in his sound today, the artist replied that it has.

“My upbringing is what gave my music life,” he said. “Coming from an urban area, you become exposed to many things at a young age. My neighborhood shaped me and my sound.”

The rising talent undoubtedly has a unique style of rapping that he tends to pair with unconventional beats. These two traits alone will take him far in the game.

Keep reading below to learn more about Vanegas and hear about how he got started in music.

At what point in your life did you decide to pursue a career in music?

I decided to put forth all my effort 2019, I was released from prison ending of 2018 after being sentenced to 30 months.

What ultimately inspired you to dedicate yourself to a music career?

I believe after going through incarceration, being alone, and having the time to reflect … I realized music is what I loved and wanted to pursue. I read many books on the music business, I learned how to play piano. I was writing songs. I was doing things I loved. That’s when I knew I needed to pursue my passion.

What’s one reason you are passionate about music and what inspires you?

What inspires me is when people from around the world contact me and let me know they found my music online. When fans leave me comments from other countries, expressing love and sending positivity. Those people are what keep me going.

I love music because of the ability that one person can touch so many lives. You can make people feel, pain, happiness, sadness, joy. It’s incredible how you change someone’s life with a song.

Do you have any hobbies outside of music? What do you do to stay creative?

I did enjoy boxing and playing handball when I was younger, but because of Music I can’t devote that much time to my hobbies. I do stay active working out, running and exercising.

Creativity to me comes from just living my life. Depending on how I am feeling I can listen to a beat and knock out a song if the vibe is right.

Who are some of your main musical influences?

I grew up listening to artists that I believe were authentic in their music. Biggie, Jay Z, Nas, Tupac, Big pun, and Eminem. There were many more also but those were the artist that really influenced me.

What are some of your music career goals for the future?

Being an independent artist has taught me a lot about the music business. I would like to start my own label in the future and invest into other talent that I believe can shape the culture.

Tell us about your latest single “What You Gonna Do.” What is it about?

“What You Gonna Do” is a track I made with a good friend of mine who goes by Nameless. We spoke about our time on the streets and situations we’ve had to overcome to get to this point. Ultimately we had to make a choice in our lives; continuing doing the same thing or elevate and create a better life for our families and ourselves.

What are some projects you’ve done in the past that you are most proud of and why?

I made a song called “Stars Align” that I didn’t think would do so well only because my producer Ibrahim- Tatlicioglu made me sing on it. I wasn’t comfortable at first but the response we got was so positive I’m ready to sing whenever I need to lol.

What message do you hope fans take away from your music?

I want fans to know I’m speaking from the heart when I put together a song/project.

I’m giving you truth, pain, and inspiration.

Where can we follow you on social media?

You can follow me on IG: @frankjvanegas

Facebook: @FrankVanegasMusic

Youtube: Frank Vanegas

Stream “What You Gonna Do” below.