We’re looking forward to introducing you to Norris Bennett. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Norris, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Lately, what’s been bringing me joy outside of work is my love for visiting casinos. There’s something exciting and exhilarating about the thrill of trying my luck at the gaming tables, exploring different games, and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. It’s a fun way to unwind, enjoy some entertainment, and maybe even win a little money along the way!
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Norris Bennett — better known by his stage name N.B, the “Rapper/Singer Dude” — is a multi-talented entertainer born in Douglas, Georgia. Thanks to his dad’s military career, N.B spent much of his childhood traveling, immersing himself in different cultures, and constantly reinventing his perspective. Those early experiences shaped his passion for music and performing.
From the age of four, N.B was already singing, performing for family and friends, and embracing the spotlight. Music wasn’t just a hobby — it became his mission. As he matured, he set out to master both his voice and his craft, evolving from singer to rapper. Driven by a vision of self-determination, he made the bold move in 2006 to leave his day job and commit fully to music.
Influenced by icons like T.I., Ludacris, R. Kelly, Musiq Soulchild, T-Pain, and Usher, N.B brings a unique style to the industry — blending heartfelt singing with sharp lyrical flows. In 2010, he relocated to Florida, where he cultivated his career by performing in Orlando and Daytona, doing radio and magazine interviews, dropping mixtapes, and breaking into acting.
His on-screen credits include appearances on TruTV’s “South Beach Tow” (Season 3, Episodes 16–18), a web series with Comedy Flo Entertainment, and even a role in HBO’s “Ballers”, acting alongside Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. He also appeared in Alvin and the Chipmunks 4 as paparazzi.
On the business side, N.B inked a co-publishing deal with Kicksta Muzik Publishing (BMI) to explore film and TV placements. Musically, he has released an EP titled “Mr. Will Throw It” and a number of singles that showcase his range — from radio edits to R&B remixes.
Beyond music, N.B is also an entrepreneur: his website offers his music for purchase and features his branded NBDG shoes (available in pink & black, red & black, and black & gray).
His drive is clear: to be heard, seen, and respected in an industry that demands authenticity. With acting chops, singing talent, and a relentless work ethic, N.B is carving out his own lane — and the world is taking
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
Bonds between people aren’t usually broken all at once. Most of the time, it starts with trust—or the loss of it. When trust is broken through dishonesty, betrayal, inconsistency, or simply the failure to show up when it matters, the connection begins to crack. Trust is fragile… once it’s damaged, even small misunderstandings can feel like big wounds.
But the beautiful thing is this: what breaks a bond is not always stronger than what can restore it.
Where trust breaks, love can rebuild.
Love restores through patience, honesty, humility, and genuine accountability. Love doesn’t deny the hurt, but it leans into healing. Love restores when someone chooses to listen instead of defend, to apologize instead of making excuses, and to show through actions what words can’t fix alone.
At the end of the day, bonds are broken by trust lost—but they are restored by love lived.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me things success never had the power to.
See, success celebrates you, but suffering shapes you.
When everything was going right, I didn’t always pay attention to the deeper lessons. But when life hit me—when I felt loss, disappointment, or betrayal—that’s when I learned who I really was and who really stood with me.
Suffering taught me patience, because nothing changes overnight.
It taught me humility, because life can flip on you at any moment.
It taught me strength, because surviving what was meant to break me showed me what I’m truly made of.
And it taught me gratitude, because once you’ve been through the dark, you appreciate every bit of light.
Success can make you feel unstoppable… but suffering taught me that I can rise even when I’ve been knocked all the way down.
That’s the difference.
And that’s the lesson.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would tell you one thing for sure:
What really matters to me is staying true and never giving up—on my dreams, on my purpose, and on the people I love.
They’d say I’m the type who keeps pushing even when the odds look crazy.
They know I care about loyalty, growth, and doing things with heart, not just for show.
They’d say, “Yeah, N.B? He’s built different.
He would never give up on what God put inside him.”
That’s what truly matters to me.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What do you think people will most misunderstand about your legacy?
People will probably misunderstand just how much I carried, how many lanes I mastered, and how much heart I put into every move I made. A lot of folks will see the results, the accomplishments, the creativity—but they won’t fully grasp the grind, the discipline, and the sacrifices behind it.
They might think I was “just talented,” but they won’t realize how intentional I was. I wasn’t one-dimensional. I was multitalented—in music, in designing shoes, in acting—and every gift I had came with its own journey, its own storms, its own lessons.
My legacy won’t be about doing one thing. It’ll be about proving you can be more than what people expect. That you can create your own lane instead of waiting for one to open.
If anything is misunderstood, it might be this: I wasn’t trying to impress the world… I was trying to inspire it. My legacy is about versatility, resilience, and purpose—something you can’t always see on the surface, but you feel it in every step I took.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.itsyaboiNB.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsyaboinb/
- Twitter: https://x.com/itsyaboiNB_912
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsyaboiNB912
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsyaboiNBTV
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rappersanger-1
Image Credits
Norris Bennett owns the rights to everything
