Each month, we will speak to an athlete, industry figure, celebrity, or non-Hip Hop entertainer about what Hip Hop means to them. This feature is intended to showcase how far-reaching the influence of Hip Hop culture has grown in the past 50 years and how much the culture means to so many.
This month, we spoke with Nazia Mollah.
An American-born Bangladeshi entrepreneur with a deeply rooted love for popular music & over 13 years of management experience, Nazia Mollah possesses a wealth of knowledge spanning across industries from finance to higher education, to the music & entertainment industry.
After a few years teaching, a unique opportunity to advise independent music producers & songwriters presented itself and sparked inspiration for the young businesswoman to launch her own consulting firm- finally aligning her passion with her purpose, music & management.
Shortly thereafter she joined the Roc Nation family as an Executive Assistant to the GM of Artist Management. Putting to good use her skills as an educator, Naz quickly absorbed all there was to learn about Management as an Assistant and then as a Coordinator, and even in the present as a manager.
Since stepping into her Roc Nation manager role, Naz has gotten the opportunity to support legendary Radio + Podcast Host & Entrepreneur Angie Martinez, Rap phenom Benny the Butcher, the Marathon Brand alongside the family of Nipsey Hussle and others.
So Nazia Mollah, what does Hip-Hop mean to you?
“Hip Hop to me means fearlessness. This genre of music has always inspired me to be & express myself freely. From the lyrics to the melodies, the hi-hats, the synths, the snares, the bass, the instruments- all of it bold & free, a lot like me.”
Why do you think it’s important that Hip Hop has its own Museum?
“Music that moves people, much like any leader or political figure that can influence people and cultures, without a doubt deserves to have its own place and space where homage is paid, dues are given, and legends are honored for creating, shifting and shaping culture as it has. It’s very important that Hip Hop is given the acknowledgment it deserves not only when achieving milestone anniversaries, but on any given day- in real life, in real time.”
