Meet Monte Mcneal

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Monte Mcneal a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Monte, thanks for sharing your insights with our community today. Part of your success, no doubt, is due to your work ethic and so we’d love if you could open up about where you got your work ethic from?

I was always told at the beginning of my career “stay ready so u dnt have to get ready” and it stuck with me til this day. I always have more then enough songs when people ask…more then enough songs when it comes to an album or mixtape. Beats and etc I just stay ready so when any opportunity arises im prepared and ready for it

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

JusCallMe Monte aka Monte’Natra is a multifaceted artist hailing from Canton, Ohio, with a burgeoning presence in Pittsburgh. His musical journey began in 2005, and since then, he has amassed an impressive catalog of over 10,000 songs, showcasing his remarkable versatility.
A true creative force, JusCallMe Monte bka Monte’Natra effortlessly blends singing and rapping with his skills as a beatmaker, engineer, and producer, nurturing the talents of other artists within his community. His music consistently radiates a positive and uplifting energy, free from profanity, making him a unique voice in the industry.
With a resume that boasts opening acts for renowned artists like Eminem, D12, Mary Mary, Tye Tribbett, and John P Kee, and performances before audiences of 10,000, Monte’Natra has consistently proven his stage presence and impact. He has been instrumental in launching the careers of numerous local artists, solidifying his role as a mentor and champion of the music scene.
True to his roots, Monte’Natra has been a steadfast advocate for the city of Canton, Ohio, and has recently expanded his influence to Pittsburgh. He is the founder of “Watt City Worldwide,” a movement rooted in the philosophy “Learn The Lingo or be Powerless,” which emphasizes positive energy and a fresh perspective within the music industry.

Having started his musical journey as a gospel rapper, Monte’Natra has evolved into a versatile and boundary-pushing artist, transcending limitations and embracing a diverse range of musical expressions.

This description highlights Monte’Natra’s key strengths: his extensive experience, multifaceted talents, positive message, community impact, and the unique identity he he has cultivated through “Watt City Worldwide.”

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

To be honest it was all God. God blessed me with the talent and the ability to sing rap and make beats and engineer. I didn’t go to school for nothing. I didn’t have singing lessons no rap lessons I was only in the band. I was blessed with friend who I now call brothers in Rashaud Polk, Doron Polk, Robert Thompson, and Larry Mayo. I watched them rap and make beats and play piano and I wanted to do what they do. As far as artist are concerned my favorite are Ludacris and T Pain and it shows in my music. I will tell anyone who has a dream to be in any type of music to never give up. Work on your craft and take it serious, if necessary consider going to school. I was blessed with the talent bt I also may consider doing that as well to master the skill.

As we end our chat, is there a book you can leave people with that’s been meaningful to you and your development?

The Bible!
I’m a believer and a follower of Jesus Christ. Without him I would not be here. Some of those scriptures in the Bible like
Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Philippians 4:19
And my God will (supply) meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

And so much more bt that book will change your life if u read it.

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