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Ray Lee Von Harper, also known as RayL, is an American recording artist, lyricist, and multimedia creator known for their conceptual rap albums that blend aggressive Southern trap, Miami bass, and emotionally volatile spoken word.

Their work often explores themes of ego, fame, dislocation, masculinity, and psychological
fragmentation, with a unique lyrical style rooted in regional identity and cultural critique.

Early Life and Background

Ray Lee Von Harper was born in the United States and raised in the South Florida region, with deep ties to the culture and sonic legacy of both Broward and Miami-Dade County. 

Drawing on their upbringing, RayL’s  frequently references hyper-local settings in their work, such as Little Havana and WalkTown — a
fictionalized representation of regional displacement and pride. 

Their lyrics often reflect a complex relationship with masculinity, power, and fame, blending personal narrative with metaphorical and surreal imagery.

Artistic Style and Themes

RayL’s music is characterized by aggressive, highly stylized lyricism, integration of skits, interludes, and cinematic monologues, regional pride mixed with emotional chaos, deeply gendered and queer-coded lyricism, and experimental production. Recurring motifs include climate change metaphors, economic corruption, psychological fragmentation, and fame.

Multimedia and Zine Work

In addition to music, RayL creates companion zines for each album that combine lyrics, visuals, and narrative structure. These are designed to function as standalone art pieces or visual maps to the sonic landscape of each project. RayL also oversees the development of video lyric reels, often narrated in
their own voice.

Literary Work

RayL is also a prolific writer and poet, currently compiling a full poetry collection that addresses themes of love, betrayal, despair, resilience, and self-reinvention. Their poetry incorporates gothic aesthetics, lyrical language, and spoken word elements. The manuscript is structured in multiple sections and includes gratitude notes to those who influenced their healing and creative journey. 
RayL's creative work blends elegance, emotional authenticity, and a gothic-romantic sensibility. Their poetic voice is often likened to that of Maya Angelou, reinterpreted through darker, transformative lenses. They employ a multidisciplinary approach that connects business, technology, art, and healing.
 Their artist statement emphasizes a devotion to "the love of beauty and transformation," reflecting a deeply personal and philosophical approach to creativity.