Mawty Maw on Gold Rush, Legacy & Lyricism | Beyond Balling

In this deep and dynamic episode of Beyond Balling, host LaLa Moten sits down with DMV-based rapper, producer, and musical genius Mawty Maw. From growing up with jazz legends in the house to producing the viral University of Maryland anthem “Gold Rush,” Mawty opens up about his journey through music, sports, and self-discovery.

 

🎶 What’s Inside This Episode:

✔️ Growing up in a musical household—son of jazz legend Marcus Roberts

✔️ Finding his sound by blending jazz, hip hop & DMV culture

✔️ His early sports connection and local roots at DeMatha High School

✔️ The making of “Gold Rush” & collaborating with UMD’s marching band

✔️ Creating music for community, culture, and black women empowerment

✔️ Why consistency, humility, and collaboration matter more than clout

✔️ Insight on navigating the music industry, staying intentional, and getting uncomfortable for growth

 

This episode is a masterclass in music-meets-mindset from one of the DMV’s most intentional voices. If you’re into production, purpose-driven art, and building legacy—press play.

 

🎧 Follow Mawty Maw:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/mawtymaw

 

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mawtymaw

 

“Go Shawty” & more: www.linktr.ee/mawtymaw

 

🎙️ Follow LaLa Moten & Beyond Balling:

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lala.moten/

 

Podcast Page: www.thexiidc.com/beyondballing