An Inspired Chat with Terrell Moore

Terrell Moore shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Good morning Terrell, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
The first 90 minutes of my day are all about setting the tone. I usually wake up early, around 5:30 AM, and the first thing I do is knock out 100 pushups to get my blood flowing and my mind locked in. After that, I take my dog out for a walk to get some fresh air and clear my head. Once we’re back, I sit down and meditate — that’s my moment to center myself, focus on gratitude, and mentally prepare to attack the day with full energy and purpose.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is CHAPO — I’m an independent rap artist, creator, and brand builder. I’m originally from Las Vegas but I’m putting in work and building my name out in Houston. My music is all about confidence, real-life experiences, smooth energy, and speaking from the heart. I take pride in being able to blend melodic flows with raw emotion, creating songs that people can feel and relate to.

CHAPO isn’t just a name — it stands for “Consistent Hardwork Always Pays Off.” It’s a movement built on self-belief, resilience, and creating your own lane. I’ve built my brand from the ground up, recording, editing, and promoting everything independently. Right now, I’m focused on dropping consistent music, growing my fan base organically, and bringing creative visuals and real moments to life through my art. My goal is to inspire people to believe in their greatness, no matter where they come from.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who taught you the most about work?
The people who taught me the most about work are my mom, my brothers, and my close friends. My mom showed me what real strength and perseverance look like — watching her push through tough times taught me the value of never giving up. My brothers and my day ones always pushed me to stay locked in and work for what I want. They’ve kept me accountable, motivated, and hungry. Their influence built the foundation of my work ethic and the mindset I carry with me every day.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yeah, there were plenty of times I almost gave up. I’ve been through every emotion you can think of on this journey — frustration, doubt, pain, everything. But I learned that the people who get remembered are the ones who don’t quit. Even in my lowest moments, something inside me reminded me why I started. I had to keep showing up for myself, for my vision, and for the people who believe in me. That’s what built my resilience — turning those moments of almost giving up into fuel to go harder.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, the public version of me is the real me. I only know how to be myself. What you see is what you get. I’m not out here trying to be a character or a made-up image. I’m a real person with real energy, real passion, and real flaws too. I believe in showing up as my authentic self, whether it’s in the music, on stage, or in everyday life. That’s what connects me to people the most.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I want people to remember me as one of one, somebody who was truly different. I want them to say I treated everyone like they mattered, no matter who they were or where they came from, even the poorest of the poor. I want to be remembered as someone who gave good energy, who inspired people, and made them feel seen and valued. A person you’d love to be around and learn from. That’s the legacy I want to leave behind impact, love, and realness.

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