The Real Me 2: Courtney P. Opens His Heart and Honors His Roots

Authenticity has always been Courtney P.’s calling card, and with The Real Me 2, the Florida-based lyricist doubles down on his truth. A sequel to his earlier mixtape The Real Me, this new project trades industry beats for original production and deeper storytelling. From heartfelt tributes to his grandmother Inez to reflections on faith, family, and perseverance, Courtney P. invites listeners into his world—unfiltered and unapologetic. Anchored by raw emotion and spiritual grounding, The Real Me 2 isn’t just music—it’s a testimony of growth, gratitude, and God’s grace.

1. “The Real Me 2” is a bold title—what inspired you to create a sequel, and how does this project differ from the first “The Real Me”?

It’s called Real Me because Courtney P. is my real name. Real Me Pt. 1 was a mixtape, and I was using industry beats—just rapping over different instrumentals I liked. I was recording in Ocala, Florida at Studio 55 with Jus Jada, and he told me I should make an original one next. Now here we are: Real Me Pt. 2.

2. What message or emotion do you want fans to walk away with after listening to this new project?

I want to show people that it’s okay to be yourself and to let the world know who you really are.

3. You’ve always been known for keeping it real in your music—how much of this album is pulled directly from your personal life and experiences?

It’s 100% my real life. The whole project represents different chapters of my life so far—not in order—but everything comes from a real place.

4. What was your creative process like for “The Real Me 2”? Did you approach recording or writing differently this time around?

I approached it the same way. I use the same technique—I just adjust to whatever beat I’m using. The only difference is, I got a little more personal this time around.

5. Which track on the project means the most to you personally, and why?

The track about my grandma is the one that means the most to me. It’s called Inez, and I’m basically just giving her her flowers while she can still smell them. It’s not easy for me to listen to that record without getting emotional.

Originally, the project even got taken down because the beat I used already had a hook on it, and I was having complications with it. So my boy Bmagic302 made a new beat and gave it a whole new feeling—he even sang on the track. My grandma loves it, and I’m getting her the vinyl for her birthday.

6. You’ve built a strong connection with your audience through authenticity. How do you balance vulnerability with maintaining your artistic confidence?

I believe that’s what makes me different from everybody else. A lot of people don’t know how to dig deep into themselves and express how they truly feel through music the way I do. That’s one of my superpowers, and I wouldn’t change it for anything. I wear my heart on my sleeve, and I wear my shirt proud.

7. Are there any collaborations or producers on “The Real Me 2” that really helped elevate your sound?

The first track, BIG BLESSED, was produced by Colin Garris. I went to school with him at F.I.R.S.T. Institute in Orlando, Florida. He sent me the beat because he was working on a short film called Dream, which later got picked up for another one called Dwight. You can check those out on YouTube—shoutout to Axion Pictures.

Another producer who really put his heart into this album is @Bmagic302. That’s my brother, and we’ve always had crazy chemistry. He produced both songs that mean the most to me—My Twin, which is about my daughter, and Inez, which is about my grandma. Both are powerful tracks.

The last song on my album, Y Do I Feel Like This, was produced by my cousins, The Pogue Brothers. My last name is unique, and when I saw it on YouTube, I had so many questions. Eventually, we connected, and I found out that’s actually my family. That song is very personal because around my birthday, I get real closed off from the world. My little cousin Jarell Seay was killed in West Philly around that time a few years ago, so my mood always shifts. That’s what that song is about—it’s deeply personal to me.

8. How do you feel your growth as an artist shows up on this project compared to your earlier releases?

I feel like I grow with every project—and my supporters grow with me. I leave a piece of myself in every project I release. I’ve been evolving ever since I changed my name.

9. If you could describe “The Real Me 2” in three words, what would they be and why?

The first word would be God, because it all starts with the Most High. That’s why BIG BLESSED is the first track on the album, and my grandma’s prayer is at the end of the last track.

The second word would be authentic, because I give you the truth about my life through my eyes—no cut, no filter.

And the last word would be Inez, my grandma’s name. She hosted the album, and words can’t express how much I care about her. I’m so grateful to have her be a part of this project.

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10. What’s next for Courtney P. after this release? Any visuals, performances, or upcoming collaborations fans should be excited for?

I’m always working. I just released Real Me 2 and I’m already about 75% done with the next tape, Feet on Neck Season. Me and my cousin have been talking about doing a project together called Family Ties.

Of course, the team is always working too—GodspeedKing is dropping 2 Time Loser and Humbly Him. Everything Motion Made!!! Stay tuned.