Rapper and actress KaMillion is on the rise, gaining acclaim for her music and her work on a major television series. In this interview, she shares her unexpected background in golf, the unique creative environment cultivated by Issa Rae, and her philosophy on turning thoughts into reality through art.
Golf, Green and The Art of the Deal
KaMillion revealed that her ability to excel at golf is a hidden talent dating back to childhood. She learned the game through a community center program and was good enough to earn a scholarship, though the sport wasn’t her true passion.
For her now, the skill is a valuable professional tool: “It’s just something that is dope to be able to do.” She recognizes the power of the golf course as a place to network and close deals, allowing her to connect with people like Issa Rae“shoot a couple of holes with somebody that is the likes of an Issa Rae or somebody closing deals.”
A Dream Job: Trusting the Visionary
Working with Issa Rae is a “dream job” for KaMillion. She praises Rae for being a pioneering Black woman in the industry who not only challenges her team but also gives them creative freedom.
“She just knows how to bring good people together and put them in positions and trusts them that they’re going to do their job.”
KaMillion highlighted how Rae avoids the “micromanage” style that plagues other leaders. She recalled the surreal moment of meeting Rae for the first time on Zoom for her third audition: “I was so damn nervous… I couldn’t believe it was her like, ‘I’m in MY house talking to Issa Rae!’”
Music as a Spell: The Power of Manifestation
For KaMillion, writing is not just a creative outlet—it’s a form of prophecy. Her inspiration comes from real life experiences, both her own and those of people she observes. This connection to reality has made her selective about her work.
“I’ve learned that I have the power to manifest shit when I write it so I’m careful about the music I make now.”
She views music as “like a spell,” noting that everything currently happening in her life is a result of past manifestation. She even described a brief relationship she endured solely to gather material for her upcoming album: “I felt like that had to happen because I could make these songs for my album and that shit is crazy.”
Creative Flow and Keeping the Blinders On
KaMillion doesn’t adhere to a rigid “creative process,” explaining that her work is heavily influenced by her emotions as a water sign: “I’m VERY moody; so it depends on what’s going on at the moment.” She stressed the importance of not forcing the work, as the resulting record will always lack the necessary feel and energy if it is not organic.
As she levels up from “the hunter to the hunted,” KaMillion relies on tunnel vision to stay focused. She refuses to allow others’ failures to influence her own path.
“I keep blinders on. I don’t listen to anything else… What didn’t work for you doesn’t have anything to do with me, you know what I’m sayin’? Because it’s GONNA work for me.”
She lives her life like that moment in traffic when she realized she just had to go—she can’t overthink the obstacles; she just needs to move with the plan.
Fandom, Favorites and Feminine Energy
When it comes to entertainment, KaMillion’s top picks are icons of dominance. Her favorite basketball players are Kobe and LeBron. Despite being a Celtics fan—a loyalty she attributes, with a laugh, to “the green of the money”—she admits she’s been so focused on her career grind that she hasn’t kept up with the current roster.
Her favorite rappers include Drake (“That’s my heart”) and female legends Missy Elliott and Meg The Stallion. She declared her intent to work with Drake, hoping he hears her album and feels a connection.
Finally, KaMillion’s idea of an ideal date is one defined by effort and flow. She wants to feel her feminine energy, where every detail is already handled by her partner. “Everything is like water; just… flowin’,” she explained, wanting to be free from the nagging internal questions about the plans or logistics.
