TROY NōKA

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. I played sax in middle school and used to sneak my step-dad’s CDs to school, studying everything. But the moment that lit the fire was freestyling in my cousin Larry’s room. He clapped and hyped me up, that spark made me start writing and never stop. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Kanye West, The College Dropout OutKast, Aquemini Stevie Wonder, Innervisions Remastered Aquemini raised me, my most-played as a kid, full of depth, stories, and world-building. Innervisions hit me later when I learned piano. College Dropout shaped my mindset, faith, soul, and the belief that nothing can stop me. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Let It All Work Out” “Let It All Work Out” reminds me to stay grounded and trust faith. It’s a reminder that everything is working in your favor, just don’t give up. The message, tone, and peace in it bring me back to center every time.