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By Milton Kirby | Truth Seekers Journal | Artist Profiles Series
The Atlanta Voice Powered by Faith, Grit, and Real-Life Truth
Atlanta’s rap scene has no shortage of talent, but few artists embody grit, faith, and straight-line determination like 1 Way Street. Born in Dalton, Georgia, and now unmistakably part of Atlanta’s creative fabric, 1 Way has been steadily building his voice and audience since at least 2019—earning streams, bookings, and respect through persistence and authenticity rather than shortcuts.
For him, the journey isn’t defined by charts or fame. It’s measured by where he started, how far he’s come, and the road ahead that he continues to walk with intention.
Roots in Dalton: Faith, Doubt, and Self-Belief
Raised in Dalton, 1 Way Street grew up hearing more reasons he wouldn’t succeed than reasons he would. But the doubts of others never outshined the faith he held in himself—and in God.
“My prayers and my faith kept me moving,” he says. Even in a small town, he felt a pull to see more, do more, be more. When he arrived in Atlanta, that inner push became fuel. He began traveling, networking, and expanding his world far beyond the country roads he came from.
His personal creed is simple and unshakeable:
“I put my pants on just like the next guy. Anything he can do, I can do also.”
That belief—balanced with humility—became the backbone of his career.
Becoming 1 Way Street
Friends and family had always called him “Street.” It fit him—straightforward, grounded, and honest. And he had a habit of doing things one way…his way.
So when he stepped into the music world and needed a name that reflected who he truly was, 1 Way Street arrived naturally.
Ironically, at first he never planned to be a rapper. He hung around rappers, looked like a rapper, moved like a rapper—but didn’t see himself in that world. That changed the moment he walked into a studio for the first time.
“A star was born that day,” he remembers.
He recorded one song, and suddenly he was getting booked three times a week to perform it. That track—“Go There”—carried him for years. Even though he wasn’t in love with the song, he respected what it did for him: it showed him he could do this.
The Work: Hundreds of Songs, Endless Drive
Today, 1 Way Street has hundreds of unreleased and recorded songs in his catalog. His process shifts with his mood—sometimes he speaks into a voice recorder; sometimes he scribbles notes in a journal. Either way, the creativity doesn’t stop.
He streams heavily now and earns revenue through listeners, subscribers, and consistent engagement across platforms. He has always had someone in his corner to help navigate the business side—something many independent artists struggle with alone.
And above all, he stays focused.
“My authenticity connects me to the people.”
Life as a Father: The Heart Behind the Hustle
Away from the stage, 1 Way Street is a dedicated father of two—a 14-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old son. They are not an accessory to his brand. They are his grounding force.
Ask him if he’s a “girl dad,” and he smiles:
“I’m a both dad.”
He is intentional with his daughter—showing her through everyday life what a good man looks like, how she deserves to be treated, and why she should expect respect, admiration, and kindness from others.
With his son, he sees a glimpse of himself. Basketball was 1 Way’s passion growing up, and now his son is showing real promise of his own. At just 10 years old, he’s already being taught to work hard, develop his skills, and create his own path to excellence.
After long weekends of shows, tours, or studio sessions, time with his kids is his recharge.
They understand that Daddy has to go to work.
He understands that they are his purpose.
Building a Brand: Music, Merch, and a New Creative Era
1 Way Street isn’t just an artist—he’s a brand.
He runs his own clothing line at www.1waystreet.com, featuring designs inspired by his lifestyle and message. And in 2026, he is preparing to launch Aura Gallery, a new creative platform and venture that expands his artistry beyond the mic.
Fans spot him at stores, gas stations, and concerts:
“Aren’t you 1 Way?”
“When are you dropping another song?”
He takes those moments in stride—not because he thinks he’s famous, but because they remind him he’s moving in the right direction.
A Voice for the Voiceless
1 Way Street knows that many people have lived through struggles similar to his own. That’s why he creates.
His music speaks for people who don’t always have the mic, the platform, or the confidence to tell their stories. Whether he’s rapping about resilience, loyalty, pain, or growth, there’s a raw honesty in his delivery that connects him to everyday listeners.
Yes, he’s still climbing.
Yes, he’s still hungry.
But he’s already walking his purpose:
One road.
One direction.
1 Way Street.
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