Worcester rapper Clezza releases new single

George Cleland, better known as Clezza, has been making music in the city since he was a teenager and hopes his new release "Anybody Else" will help show people change in society is posible.

He first started making music while still at Hanley Castle High School, being inspired by a wide range of different artists and styles.

The 26 year-old said: "I have always had a creative mind, and I have always had a passion for music, especially rap music.

EVENT: Clezza performing at the event held at HMV in Worcester

"I started writing lyrics in school with my pal Nasha, and before you knew it we were getting booked to perform at events in the West Midlands.

"Fast forward 10 years down the line and I focus on making music that resonates with people who have gone through similar experiences to me.

"I always talk about a struggle, and then by the end of the track I want the listener to feel inspired to be able to make a change and take some action to benefit themselves."

Originating as funny lines in class to make his school friends laugh, Clezza's music developed into full tracks, often taking inspiration from challenges and difficulties he has faced through life.

Anybody Else has been released on Spotify and focuses on the struggles we face in life and society and how these can be overcome.

MUSIC: The event at HMV hosted by Quantum Sounds

Clezza, who has more than 3,000 Instagram followers, runs local brand "Quantum Sounds" which ran an open mic event at HMV in Worcester High Street just before the store closed down.

The event saw artists from around the West Midlands and beyond coming over to show off their style and enjoy the music.

He added: "I like to provide people opportunities to further their creative dreams."