Tokeyo: The Arkansas Native Making Waves in WeHo\'s LGBT Rainbow District

WEHO TIMES interviewed queer West Hollywood nightlife entertainer Tokeyo who shares about his love of making rap music with some of his favorite people

Queer West Hollywood nightlife entertainer Tokeyo shares his love of making music with some of his favorite people.

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From making rap music with some of his favorite people to making a music video with RuPaul alumnus, Salina EsTitties, queer West Hollywood nightlife entertainer Tokeyo is thriving in WeHo’s LGBT Rainbow District.

WEHO TIMES caught up with Tokeyo to chat about his latest projects, his crew, and his assessment of WeHo nightlife.

Here’s what he had to say.

WEHO TIMES: Where did you grow up?

Tokeyo: I was born in Arkansas, but came to LA when I turned 1, so I was raised in Hollywood, California. Literally on Hollywood Blvd, on Hollywood and Wilton.

WEHO TIMES: What’s your history with the City of West Hollywood?

Tokeyo: This is the place where I became an adult and met all my besties. This is the place where I make my coins and have lived and made the most iconic lifelong memories.

WEHO TIMES: How would you describe yourself and what you do?

Tokeyo: I’m an entertainer. I’ve been in the industry for a decade thriving in many pockets at the same time. Rapper, MC, producer, writer, dancer, promoter, reality TV star, actor, model, influencer, performing artist and so much more. As a kid, it was frustrating because it was more understandable to have one pocket you were good at so it was it was easier to flourish in it. For me, I get bored in a pocket for too long.

WEHO TIMES: What’s it like performing on stage?

Tokeyo: I come alive. There’s no better feeling. It literally feels like I was born to perform. There’s not one person in my underground circuit that has the stage presence I do.

WEHO TIMES: What do you mean by that?

Tokeyo: I’m not putting on just a performance, I’m LIVINGGGGG!

WEHO TIMES: Who would you say is your audience?

Tokeyo: Queer People. I create specifically to have more variety in our type of stories. I think it’s important, because as a kid, there weren’t enough examples of our different lifestyles.

WEHO TIMES: Who inspires you to do what you do?

Tokeyo: Nicki Minaj.

WEHO TIMES: What do you hope people get out of your music?

Tokeyo: Honestly, the biggest flex is me coming from foster care to homeless to prison to where I am today. I created such a big life for myself. So mostly, I hope they get inspiration that you can literally create whatever future you want with dedication and hard work. Also, to just have fun. Life is so short, and I don’t think we throw ass enough. So just throw cat and smile and don’t take life so seriously.

WEHO TIMES: Tell us about your crew.

Tokeyo: Baddie Gang is my love letter to my city–showing people who we are, where I started out, offering opportunities and resources to a bigger bag.

WEHO TIMES: How do you stay in shape?

Tokeyo: Coke—joking, joking. I eat really well and work out everyday. I can’t say I’m a bad bitch and not take care of my temple.

WEHO TIMES: What’s your assessment of WeHo as a LGBTQ+ city?

Tokeyo: Caucasian, but queer powerful.

WEHO TIMES: What are your thoughts on WeHo’s nightlife?

Tokeyo: There’s a shift happening right now before our very eyes. I’m seeing real diversity and not just a facade of it. The city and community are investing in more POC queer talent. Keep investing in these mid people you’re gonna make mid money. The truth is, everything is closing down and getting sold and I feel the smart move is to take a chance on new talent or just move tf out of the way. Shoutout to Jacob at Beaches WeHo. He really understands the assignment.

WEHO TIMES: What are some of the latest projects you have cooking right now?

Tokeyo: I just dropped a music video with Salina EsTitties. Currently, I’m working on a new 4 song EP, and a few other projects I can’t mention at this time, but just know I am working.

WEHO TIMES: How did you meet Salina EsTitties?

Tokeyo: I met Salina over 10 years ago. We hung out once and we were fast besties. We have so much in common. We enjoy the same type of music, men, and creative work ethic style. We’ve been collaborating on projects–big and small, on and off stage.

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