Eleven Tha Outcast

Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Eleven Tha Outcast is a 20-year-old artist who has made major strides in his live performances. Overcoming a lack of confidence, he has grown comfortable on stage, which he considers his biggest achievement so far.

Coming from a musical household, music naturally became a part of his life. He played instruments and wrote poetry as a kid, which laid the foundation for his artistry. Once he started making songs and writing verses, everything started to click.

In five years, Eleven Tha Outcast sees himself out of college and fully dedicated to music. He believes that consistency over the next few years will put him in a great position. No matter what, he’s focused on improving his craft and pushing his sound forward.

He finds inspiration in artists from Chicago and the energy of live performances, with Summer Smash being a standout experience. However, his biggest struggle is perfectionism—setting expectations so high that it sometimes stops him from releasing music. While he’s improving, learning to let go remains a work in progress.