Da Great Ape Releases 'Motivated' Video

Rapper Da Great Ape has shared a new video for "Motivated," featured on his debut mixtape Last Dope Boy Left . Following a string of recently released visuals, which include "Pillow Talking" and "King of The Trap" (feat. Style), "Motivated" finds Da Great Ape recounting his achievements and how they inspire him to continue hustling. The part-narrated, part-documented video shows glimpses into past performances and long nights in the studio while Da Great Ape reflects on where he's been and where he's going.

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Southern soul rap star Da Great Ape was set on a path to success that juggled academics with music and football as a youngster until the lure of the streets drew him away. In his insular neighborhood, Community 1010 of East Point, GA, the trap life with all of its hustle and drama was far more appealing than the grind, even of a progressive education environment. As the second of seven kids, the rapper felt responsible for helping his mother out, and fast cash proved to be a means to that end. Still, Da Great Ape never gave up his love of music and realized it was time to look for a new way to live his life. In less than six months, the rapper, who says he's a beast at competition, recorded and made videos for three street hits: "Out Trap Me," "Well Spoken" and "Dreams of a Dopeboy." Part-autobiographical, part 1010-neighborhood specific, Da Great Ape's soulful music tells the story of the streets, pain and passion for his craft.