Daygo Fatts on Artistic Influence, Discipline, and Authentic Storytelling in Music and Film

Daygo Fatts jumps on the mic for a chat that digs into his artistry and experiences. The San Diego native talks about where he came from and how he made it big in the rap game, giving credit to the different beats that inspire him, from Brazilian funk to East Coast boom-bap. We talk about the stuff that shaped Daygo's music—like the discipline he learned at sea and personal stories blurring the line between the ocean and being locked up. In a music world all about singles, Daygo Fatts makes a strong case for full albums. He breaks down the plan behind his "First and 15" series, showing how it went from freestyle to fully planned-out tracks. The chat takes a serious turn in Southeast San Diego, where homelessness is more than just a problem—it's a character in Daygo Fatts' upcoming short film. He shares how his own experiences with the issue shape the feelings in his work, especially in songs like "Wounded Soul" that tell the tough stories. Ending on a thoughtful note, we talk about being humble and putting on a good show. Daygo Fatts talks about how he's grown, both on and off the stage. Keeping it real is a big deal as we talk about the responsibility artists have in telling their stories, calling out the fake stuff. Daygo Fatts hints at the cool stuff coming in his next music and film projects, leaving listeners excited for what's next. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (00:05) - Interview With Daygo Fatts (03:18) - Influences, Military Life, and Financial Mistakes (15:01) - Dropping Projects vs. Singles (25:59) - Homelessness in San Diego (28:36) - Overview (38:26) - Personal Challenges and Career Choices (51:05) - Authenticity in Entertainment and Music FOLLOW US: ➤ Daygo Fatts IG: https://www.instagram.com/daygofatts ➤ Hendo Unplugged IG: https://tinyurl.com/hendounplugged ➤ Hendo Studios IG: https://tinyurl.com/hendostudios ➤ Courtney Hendo IG: https://bit.ly/3AAW4fV ➤ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hendounplugged ABOUT: Join Courtney Hendo each week as he discuss current events, music, sports, explore the topics of popular culture, and crack hella jokes. PRODUCTION: Studio: https://bit.ly/34dOzja Location: San Diego, California PR Inquiries: [email protected] #DaygoFatts #Music #SanDiego #Film #HendoUnplugged