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Born Xavier Dotson, Jr., but known to the world as Zayskii, this rising Atlanta rapper is creating his own wave in the music industry. As the son of Grammy Award-winning producer Zaytoven, music has always been a part of his DNA. However, his foray into the business wasn’t immediate. At just four years-old, he first dabbled with the piano under the guidance of his grandmother, a choir director. Despite early musical exposure, Zayskii’s first love was sports. From a young age, football consumed his time and attention. By age seven, he was fully committed to chasing his dream of a career in the NFL. His father encouraged him to explore music, but at the time his passion was on the field. It wasn’t until his early teens that his interests shifted; he discovered basketball and developed a deep passion for the game, leaving football behind. While he toyed with music in his basement, recording raw vocals on Pro Tools, basketball remained his priority. At 16, a turning point came when his family downsized into a small apartment while their new home was being constructed. With limited space and little else to do, Zayskii turned his attention back to music. He immersed himself in learning production, watching videos and experimenting with Auto-Tune. Once he mastered it, everything changed. He began sharing songs with friends who confirmed he had something special. Looking for a broader audience, he posted a track on TikTok and it gained instant traction. Encouraged by the resp...