Amaya Barrett
Amaya Barrett is a sophomore at Kent County High School. She was born and currently lives in Kent County. She joined the Hip Hop Time Capsule because she wants to learn more about hip hop and step outside of her comfort zone. To Amaya, hip hop is a way to tell a story in a fun way. She thinks hip hop speaks for those who can’t. Amaya wasn't really a hip hop fan until recently, but she has come to appreciate its history, diversity and versatility. Amaya is enjoying learning more about the history and the Blackness of hip hop culture.
Maya Papaya
My nickname Maya Papaya either comes from my Uncle Candyman or my Aunt Brandy. They have been debating who came up with the nickname first. Maya Papaya is a common nickname for people with my name, so it’s likely that they heard it somewhere else. I chose Maya Papaya as my MC name because it rhymes and rhyme is important in every poem I write.