Welcome to the "A"!! Straight from the 'Land of the Lost', D. Witt the One Man Gang storms the pages of IREP Magazine with a sound and style that's all his own!! Enter the world of a true survivor of the struggle, and watch as he takes on the world!
You were born in Memphis, TN and raised in Arkansas.Why do you call Arkansas the “Land of the Lost?”
Because I think that Arkansas is over looked. The world is sleeping on Arkansas.
When and how did you decide to seriously pursue a career in music?
Shit, when over 10 years ago n how shit was, shows promotion.You know cd's, etc.
How would you describe yourself and your talents to someone who is unfamiliar with your work?
I would describe myself as the truth! And my talents as very rare and strong!!
What’s the hip hop scene like in Arkansas?
You would be surprised, we know about it all.The hip hop scene is very strong in the "A".
Does anyone else in your family play or produce music?
Yeah, my father, my two brothers Timbo and Titus.I even got two sisters that's off the chain!! My whole family is blessed.
What else do you do besides perform music?
Shit, I write it, sell it, make beats.I got a comedy show called "Can't help It this just the way I live" on youtube.com - and I make videos.
Do you write your own lyrics?
Yes, everything comes from the heart n soul.
Do you do any production work on your songs?
Yes, I make majority of my own tracks.
On your website, you talk about your relationships with the “D. Boys” back in the day.Are you still cool with those cats – or have you gone your separate ways since you’re doing something different?
Shit, I'm still cool with most of my dogs mane.They respect what I'm doing n understand howimportant this is to me.
Let’s talk about the first track on your website “I’m So Fly”.This is one of those lean back-bob ya head-smoke/drink a lil’ somethin’ songs!Tell me about how you wrote and created this track.
Shit, I was sittin back at the crib listening 2 some instrumentals n it just came to me. Once something floats in my head, I'm a gone n finish it, u feel me.
Who is that singing on the hook?
On the hook that's me mane.Like I said I'm very rare.U feel me…LOL…
This is the first song in rotation on your MySpace page – why is this song special to you?
I feel like the world can relate 2 it more, it's a good single.
Alright – you KNOW we got to talk about that track “Shawtie”!You really let the nasty out on that track!How do your fans react when they hear this track?
Actually the reaction is great! Everybody's got a lil freakiness in them.
I’ve got to ask – is this song about a particular, real female?If so – you know you gotta tell us the story about her!
To be honest it's about a few ladies all in one.N I think I said enough on the song, u feel me LOL….
You hit ‘em in the head HARD with the next track – “same old D”.This sounds like your personal message to the haters in the world.Tell us about what this song really means to you.
It means everything to me cause I finally got a chance to put exactly how I feel u know.I hate to be overlooked, but I refuse to follow the trend that's what made this song.
Your music has that street edge, but I still hear strong references to God and to your family.What inspired you to combine those two sides of yourself into your music?
The truth, my mother! She taught me don't be ashamed of nothing, plus I was raised wit both sides.
The last track I wanted too ask you about is your title track, “One Man Gang”.I know there’s a story behind that name.You gotta tell us about it.
I'm glad u ask me that!I call myself One Man Gang because I do everythang but record meself, meaning God blessed me to write, sing, rap, and make my own beats.U feel me….
What is special about that song?
It's my introduction to the world.If u want to know just a lil about me just listen to that song.
Of the songs we have discussed, which one means the most to you personally?
Same Old "D"!
What makes this kind of music "good" to you?
Cause it's inspirational and inspiring with a lot of motovation.
Can you explain your creative process to us?No disrepect but that's just like asking famous dave for his BBQ Receipe, U feel me…LOL….
Tell me about a time when you felt like giving up on music.
Shit it's a lot of them time pimp, u feel me…
How did you make it through that tough time?
Because I know I got what it takes 2 make it, 2 many people behind me, n too much will power to give up.
Has anyone ever told you that you’d never make it as a musician?
Yeah, it's only 1 person, my hatein' ass cousin, LOL… everybody else give me the go sign.
When did you realize they were all full of shit?
Before it came out of his mouth!
How do you feel about the music that's on the radio today?
I feel like most of that shit is bullshit, straight up bullshit.
What do you think about the prevalence of violence, drugs, and sex in music today?
I feel it's no different from the t.v. or radio or movies today.
Has anything tragic in your life influenced your music?
Yeah, I got stabbed, died, and god brought me back to life.That influenced me a lot.
Where do you get your ideas from?
Day 2 day life, everythang around me.
I checked out your video for “same old D” – the skit at the beginning is hilarious! Tell us about the other people in the video – especially the OG that closed out the final scene.
The people in the video is my back bone, my shoulders to lean on, my soliders! The OG at the end is my father.He is a very big inspiration to me, yall will be seeing a lot more of him.
You stay on the grind with the live shows – do you have any upcoming appearances that you want to tell us about?
Yeah, November 29 at the Pieces Ultra Lounge in Omaha, December 6 at P.O. Pears in Lincoln, and December 13 at The Roxbury.
Do you have any children, any pets?
Yeah, I got two lil girls that I love very much.Percious she is 7 and her sister Ashanta i's 4. They part of the reason why I work so hard.
Who is your "famous" favorite artist, and why?
Dr. Dre. because god only blessed a few and he is truly one of the few.No matter what the game threw at him he kept pushing, now look at him, he's a legend!
How does your family feel about your music career?
My family feel the same way I do, even my mother's with it.
The ladies want to know!Are you married, single or in a relationship?
Well ladies no I'm not married, and yes I'm single.I just got out of a 12 year relationship.
Are you looking?
No I ain't looking right now.
What does the future look like for D. Witt?
The future looks real good for D.Witt, things are looking bright as hell!
If you could go anywhere in the world tomorrow, where would you go and why?
I would go and visit my family, because I miss they asses so fucking much!
What is your dream?Where do you want your music to take you?
My dream is to show my mother and father something before they leave. I want them to know they didn't sacrifice they life for nothing. My music, I want it to take me to the top, u feel me…
Tell us about your most embarrassing moment as a musician.
Okay, I did this show down south, this happened when I was younger, but I forgot 2 put on some deodorant! These ladies was passin by a nigga and damn near fainted.LOL…..
Tell us about your proudest moment as a musician.
I was doing a show in the "O" and I'm doing my thang - I got to the chours part and the whole crowd started singing with me! The WHOLE CROWD!! That was my proudest moment.
What is wrong with the world today?
We got too many followers, not enough leaders, loss of respect.Blind with materialistic thangs.
Tell us one thing about you that would shock the world!
I was choosen by God Himself!
What do you do for fun?
My work, I have fun with this shit.
Tell me anything that you would like the world to know that we haven’t asked above.
I would like the world to know that there is a God, he is real, keep your faith.
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How would you describe yourself and your talents to someone who is unfamiliar with your work? 
What else do you do besides perform music?
The truth, my mother! She taught me don't be ashamed of nothing, plus I was raised wit both sides.
The people in the video is my back bone, my shoulders to lean on, my soliders! The OG at the end is my father. He is a very big inspiration to me, yall will be seeing a lot more of him.
Okay, I did this show down south, this happened when I was younger, but I forgot 2 put on some deodorant! These ladies was passin by a nigga and damn near fainted. LOL…..
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