In the heart of Houston’s legendary Third Ward, a veteran voice continues to echo with purpose, passion, and raw southern soul. Meet ThirdWardPoppa—an artist, producer, and actor who’s been grinding in the game for over two decades and still pushing boundaries like he just stepped onto the scene.
His journey began with the powerful project “Winter Is Coming,” a title that captured both the cold realities of life and his unwavering determination to warm the culture with real music. Now, he’s back with a vengeance, ready to make waves with his latest release, “3 Da Hard Way.” It’s more than a track—it’s a statement. A lyrical trifecta of grit, growth, and gospel-tinged triumph.
From Hip Hop and Pop to Gospel, ThirdWardPoppa is a genre-bender rooted in tradition but shaped by evolution. He draws inspiration from the most spiritual and sacred of sources: God, his family, and the pioneers of Hip Hop. The influence of legends fuels his sound, but his originality separates him from the crowd.
Unlike many modern acts, ThirdWardPoppa is a true creator. He writes every bar, crafts his beats, and even dreams up his own music video concepts. A visionary through and through. His upcoming album, “3’s A Charm,” is already buzzing among indie circles, set to drop at the end of August—following a single hitting airwaves mid-July.
When asked who he’d dream of working with, the answer is clear and poetic: Andre 3000. It’s a Houston-to-ATL connection that, if it ever happened, could shake the very core of Southern rap. And when it comes to touring? He sees himself sharing the stage with cultural powerhouse Toby Nwigwe—a duo that would ooze authenticity and stage presence.
From rocking crowds of 5,000 to aiming for international stages like London, ThirdWardPoppa is already plotting his global takeover. With his eye on a distribution deal, he’s got the drive and independence to scale on his own terms. Five years from now? Expect him on world tours and award show stages.
“3 Da Hard Way” on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/M408Z_cuCPk?
https://youtu.be/f7tFHMHSuJc?
https://youtu.be/9AVcZKMVoFU?
Full project: https://youtube.com/playlist?
Follow him on Instagram @thirdwardpoppa to keep up with the movement.
