Daniel-Tony Chakkramakkil, known as Prodigyl, shares his journey as a Christian hip-hop artist. Growing up in the Middle East to Syro-Malabar Catholic parents from Kerala, India, Prodigyl talks about how faith was deeply ingrained in his upbringing, but he faced personal struggles with identity and belief during his teenage years. His story unfolds from being a violin-playing child to discovering the world of hip-hop and rap, which allowed him to express his frustrations, emotions, and ultimately, his return to Christ.

As Prodigyl, he merges his Catholic faith with the world of hip-hop, tackling difficult subjects like addiction, identity struggles, and his personal spiritual journey. He recounts how discovering Christian hip-hop transformed his artistic direction, leading him to create music that reflects his faith. He also talks about the genre's philosophical and inspirational nature, explaining how his faith has been woven into his lyrics to bring the message of Christ to his audience.

Throughout the episode, Prodigyl discusses his creative process, his passion for live performances, and the power of connecting with his audience through music. He describes how writing and performing Christian hip-hop allows him to engage others in meaningful conversations about faith, struggle, and the grace of God.

Episode Breakdown:

• 02:00 – The Intersection of Faith and Hip-Hop
• 04:00 – Discovering Music
• 06:00 – Questioning his Faith and Rediscovering God through Music
• 08:00 – The Creative Process
• 10:00 – “Incognito Mode"
• 12:00 – The Future of Prodigal's Music

Songs:

• Incognito Mode
• Viva Cristo Rey

Ever wonder what it takes to be a Christian music artist in a world that is engrossed in secular music? The life of a Christian music artist is one of excitement, fear, joy, and challenges. Here is a peek into the life, faith, and music of Prodigyl.

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