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Making a musical comeback in the industry can be an extremely challenging task for an artist. The longer the break, the more likely the comeback will be more difficult. Time moves fast in the music industry, and more significantly, fans may forget about your work. It takes something special for an artist to take a long music break and still come back and dominate the industry.
GerkOne is a perfect example of an artist who dared to take a hiatus from music and still return to dominate. The Canadian-born rapper made a significant statement last year when he returned to the Canadian hip-hop scene. GerkOne is a thrilling hip-hop enthusiast with captivating and fascinating tracks that have taken over the airwaves. Currently, he is among the most prominent Canadian rappers, steadily rising to global fame.
GerkOne has released several other fascinating tracks available on his YouTube channel. He has put out several tracks, among them ‘No Limits,’ a revolutionary track that has caught the ears of many in the industry. In particular, The Game, West Coast Legend was more than thrilled with the track, offering it a spot in his mixtape ‘Who Got Game”.
GerkOne entered the hip hop world in 2007 but chose to break after only three years in the business. His decision came as a shock to his fans, considering it was at a time when his music star was rising. GerkOne ranked among the best independent hip-hop artists in Canada in a list full of stars like Drake. He had just left his record label, G.L.O.C., with many watching for his next move. He had established a rapidly growing fan base with numerous connections that some artists can only dream of. His career was on the right path to more greatness, and a break from it was the last thing many expected from him.
However, his decision to remain silent for over a decade is what shocked the industry. Ideally, many expected it to be a short break, but not for a long one. Ten years is a long duration, with many industry changes and trends. A lot changed with new technologies in place that reshaped the industry.
Surprisingly, GerkOne has been able to catch up with the industry’s happenings. He is proving to be better than he was a decade ago. His re-entry into the industry will go down as one of the significant musical comebacks. It’s just amazing how he has been able to reclaim his position in the industry, outshining many other rappers.
A dedicated rapper, GerkOne has shifted his focus to entirely making music. He aspires to reclaim and cement his position fully in the hip-hop game. Times have changed, and so has he. He understands the industry dynamics and is working tirelessly to be the best.
Releasing hit after hit is part of his immediate plans as he works to keep his fans engaged. For him, it’s such a humbling gesture to have fans who chose to stay with him and love his music despite his absence. He says the warm reception back into the game makes it very special, which explains his hunger for success.
Judging from his recent releases, GerkOne has risen to the occasion and is ready for greatness in the music scene. With sheer determination, it is only a matter of time before GerkOne becomes a global superstar.