Meet Pato, born Ikpekri Patrick Othuke, an artist who embodies the grit and dedication of a true student of the rap game.
His musical journey began simply, at the age of 12, when he penned his first verse in secondary school. It wasn’t until he finished his WAEC at 16 that he decided to take the leap, committing himself to music full-time—a decision rooted in unexpected inspiration.
Pato credits two lyrical giants, Eminem and NF, for his origin story. His initial connection to rap came from trying to guess the lyrics of an Eminem verse, which led him to think: “How hard could this be?” Inspired to try, he wrote a verse that impressed his classmates, setting his course. It was NF, however, who provided the crucial spiritual guidance, teaching Pato that he didn’t need to “live a fake life on a song.” This authenticity is central to his music, allowing him to be real and still be competent.
As a rising independent artist, Pato is upfront about the challenge of finance in pushing his work. Yet, he sees these struggles as invaluable lessons, pushing him to rely on his talent and not let the odds defeat him. His focus is entirely on the craft and the journey. “Right now I don’t care about happiness cause my job is not done yet,” he states, though he happily pinpoints his first studio session at age 18 as the moment of fulfillment that launched his career.
Pato’s approach to performance and connection is deeply sincere. He shares his music with passion, ensuring he actually means what he’s saying in his lyrics. This raw honesty allows him to connect with his audience “on another level.” He gives his listeners the hope they need, often inspiring them to believe, “I’ve been there before or, I want to be that guy.”
Though he currently only has one song out, Pato is already planning his next moves. He has a two-song EP in the works with his collaborator Hunloyal, and he has enjoyed working with others like Fresh the Rapper and Øg Tegha.
His overall plan is clear: “keep putting endless work, failing more times and let from the lessons… basically respecting the game to get one.” He summarizes his philosophy as always thriving to understand the game better, being all ears to peers, and working smarter and harder.
For Pato, music is about growth, a sentiment reflected in his outlook on 2025: “just about growth, achieving my goals.” He’s focused on the essentials: growing his audience, getting more clout, and securing the necessary finances. His ultimate passion is music, but his favorite thing to do within the craft is freestyling, where his lyrical agility shines brightest.
While he has thoughts on future collaborations, he’s prioritizing his own development, stating, “I need to build myself, cant be no one’s burden.” Pato is here to work, learn, and earn his place in the industry one honest bar at a time.
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