Brooklyn, NY – Jimmy Jacobs, professionally known as Solar Facts, is reshaping the hip-hop landscape with a sound rooted in authenticity, innovation, and perseverance. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Queens, Solar Facts’ journey from incarceration to becoming a pioneer in independent hip-hop is a powerful testament to resilience and creative passion.
From an early age, Solar was captivated by the legends of hip-hop—Run DMC, Fat Boys, and LL Cool J. By the age of eight, he was already writing rhymes, although his early creative efforts remained unrecognized. A life-altering prison sentence of 20 years, served for charges including weapons possession, drugs, robbery, and escape, could have ended his aspirations. Instead, it became the crucible in which his lyrical skills and unwavering determination were forged. During his incarceration, Solar sharpened his talents by engaging in rap battles, consistently outperforming competitors and earning respect within those walls.
Following his release in 2012, Solar founded Indestructable Entertainment, a platform designed to amplify undiscovered voices and challenge the industry’s repetitive trends. His goal: to nurture individuality and originality in a music scene often driven by conformity. However, finding artists willing to embrace true authenticity posed a significant challenge. “Trying to convince other artists that it’s okay to be yourself definitely isn’t trending, so Plan B was to lead by example,” Solar explained.
In 2013, Solar released his debut single, “I’m That Guy.” Despite lacking prior experience in producing a complete track, the single was met with overwhelming success, amassing over 7 million likes and shares across various platforms. This recognition opened doors for commercial placements and interview opportunities, establishing Solar as a fresh, authentic voice in modern hip-hop.
His 2016 project, The Matrix, introduced an innovative concept featuring two distinct musical journeys: the “red pill” and the “blue pill.” The red pill offers listeners a creative twist on familiar mainstream sounds, while the blue pill represents the pure essence of hip-hop—raw, unfiltered, and thought-provoking. This dual approach challenges audiences to choose between comfort and exploration, offering a deeper listening experience for those willing to engage.
With Indestructable Entertainment as his foundation, Solar Facts remains committed to elevating independent talent and fostering originality in a highly commercialized industry. His dedication to better production quality, experimental sounds, and meaningful lyrics sets a new standard for what modern hip-hop can and should be.
For more information, music releases, and updates, visit:
- Breaking & Entering feature: https://breakingandentering.net/2020/08/17/jimmy-jacobs-solar-facts/
- Official Songtradr Profile: https://www.songtradr.com/jimmy.jacobs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facts_solar
