They say the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree, it’s part of the reason Diggy Simmons decision to make music is understandable. The son of hip hop legend, Rev. Run, a third of the group Run DMC and nephew of hip hop mogul, Russell Simmons of Def Jam, Phat Farm, Rush Card fame, Diggy is creating a name for himself in the industry, recognizing his family’s legacy while blazing a trail of his own.

A few years ago, we saw his interest in rap music peak on his family’s reality show, “Run’s House,” now the 16-year old rapper is planning to release his yet to be named debut album. The first single, Cut, Paste, was released earlier this year and helped Diggy gain a "Young Star Award" nomination at the 2011 BET Awards. This summer, he’s also headlining the network's "Closer to My Dreams“ tour; the 18-city concert that also features Young Money’s, Tyga, teen group, Mindless Behavior, and solo artists Jawan Harris, Trevante and Lil’ Twist.

In this interview with Jet Magazine, Diggy explains how he’s allowing his music to speak for itself, his happiness with the development of his album and the standards that he’s setting for himself and his music.

Tomorrow, BET’s 106 and Park will host the World Premiere of Diggy’s video for Cut, Paste. 

Watch a teaser of Cut, Paste before tomorrow’s World Premiere

Keep up with Diggy's "Life of the Jetsetter" at his website.

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