Freddie Foxxx, also known as Bumpy Knuckles expressed his recent thoughts about hip hop music, specifically on using them as a vehicle for commemorating 9/11. Born James Campbell, the well-known emcee is best known for his unique style and content in the Hip Hop industry, and was one of the performers who contributed to honor 9/11 in music.
In an exclusive interview with Hip Hop DX, the 25-year-old rapper opens up on how he buried his own emotions in his song “When the Angels Sing”, a hopeful album cut from 2003’s The Konexion. Freddie Foxxx is one of the musicians who offered thoughtful songs in line with the memorials to the fateful events of September 11, 2001.
It is undeniable that Hip Hop has honored that day by means of sympathetic lyrics, songs and verses. One of the most memorable songs wrote for that momentous event is from a rapper, who to the culture, personified strength under fire: Bumpy Knuckles or Freddie Foxxx. The fiery lyrics of Bumpy’s albums are engraved with introspection and intimate songwriting. That’s why fans gravitated to his heartfelt song ‘When the Angels Sing,” which is a sincere gesture of support and sympathy to the mournful public.
Bumpy Knuckles spoke about his 9/11 song just three hours before the decade anniversary of attack. The rapper and music producer disclosed that on the weekend prior to the landmark tribute, he visited the city of one of the attacks. He said: “I took the train, ’cause I wanted to take the train.”
The Street Triumph performer believes that music is a journey, and has subsequently made songs inspired by and referencing issues including the Iraq War and the devastating Hurricane Katrina.
