“I had to pay attention to more of the business and what I really wanna do with this and where I’m at with it… I feel like God is showing me if I be 2 feet in, he will show me the fruits of my labor, but if I keep tryna be 1 foot in and 1 foot out, he gon keep putting me through shit” ~ Jose Guapo Jose Guapo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his latest project, ‘Sorry For The Addiction’, his old songs going viral on TikTok, being a street emo artist and a rockstar, learning the business side of music, becoming a podcaster, beef with Flakko and rap beefs.

“I had to pay attention to more of the business and what I really wanna do with this and where I’m at with it… I feel like God is showing me if I be 2 feet in, he will show me the fruits of my labor, but if I keep tryna be 1 foot in and 1 foot out, he gon keep putting me through shit” ~ Jose Guapo Jose Guapo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his latest project, ‘Sorry For The Addiction’, his old songs going viral on TikTok, being a street emo artist and a rockstar, learning the business side of music, becoming a podcaster, beef with Flakko and rap beefs.

“I had to pay attention to more of the business and what I really wanna do with this and where I’m at with it… I feel like God is showing me if I be 2 feet in, he will show me the fruits of my labor, but if I keep tryna be 1 foot in and 1 foot out, he gon keep putting me through shit” ~ Jose Guapo&nbsp;Jose Guapo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his latest project, ‘Sorry For The Addiction’, his old songs going viral on TikTok, being a street emo artist and a rockstar, learning the business side of music, becoming a podcaster, beef with Flakko and rap beefs.&nbsp;

Jose Guapo speaks on Atlanta rappers being targeted by police, getting new fans from TikTok & his old music catalog

The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition.

We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth, share their grind, and inspire progression. From breaking new music to covering industry trends, The Progress Report is trusted by artists, respected by fans, and rooted in authenticity.

This is where hustle meets media. This is The Progress Report.

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The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition. We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth, share their grind, and inspire progression. From breaking new music to covering industry trends, The Progress Report is trusted by artists, respected by fans, and rooted in authenticity. This is where hustle meets media. This is The Progress Report.

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