In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Musa Major, a Newark native whose story is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the power of music.

Growing up in a single-parent household, Musa faced countless challenges, but music always served as his escape. His passion for lyricism was undeniable, yet life took a drastic turn during his college years, when personal struggles led to his arrest and conviction for attempted homicide.

While incarcerated, Musa found a deeper purpose—transforming pain into poetry and adversity into art. Inspired by the word "Moxie," meaning determination and perseverance, he poured his experiences into his music. His debut album even features his own mugshot, symbolizing the struggles he overcame and the man he has become.

Now free, Musa is on a mission—not just to make music, but to inspire, uplift, and redefine what it means to rise from the ashes. His story is one of hardship, self-discovery, and triumph, proving that your past does not determine your future.