Steel Notes Magazine
Spring 2017
BONNIE BENJI
Shaquasia Moneé (born May 6), better known by her stage name
Bonnie Benji is a multi-talented rapper, singer, songwriter, danc-
er, and actress.
This american hip-hop recording artist was born and raised in
Brooklyn, New York City where she graduated from the Brook-
lyn High School for Music and Theater in 2010.
Bonnie is the second child and eldest daughter of 12 siblings. She
started writing during her freshman year of high school in 2006
and later started recording early 2010. She managed her time
in the studio but was also focused on earning her high school
diploma.
Struggling financially at a young age, her number one priority
became to position herself to succeed in life and provide for
family. Late in 2011, Bonnie attended Berkeley College, at a time
when her music career was beginning to soar. She worked hard
to make sure neither her studies nor her career endeavors lacked
attention.
Bonnie released the mixtape “Breakin All The Rules” Septem-
ber 2012. Her raw, original, rap lyrics caught the attention of
hip hop fans from all backgrounds and walks of life. In April
2014, she released her debut EP “Highlights”, which featured
production from industry producers Fresh Beatz and Smoova.
Also on the project were features by G Unit artist Uncle
Murda.
Two singles “Prada” and “XLs” were released off the
EP accompanied by eye popping music videos and vi-
suals. Her career has proven to thrive towards success
amongst and beyond the underground scene.
At age 21, she teamed with EMPIRE distributions,
a business decision that has proven wise and ben-
eficial. Building strong relationships with her fans
and industry insiders, Bonnie has been afforded
the opportunity to perform at over 100 venues
nationwide and reach fans around the country
thus contributing to her 50,000+ social net-
working following and over 500,000 listeners.
‘Ratchet Goods’is set to be released later this
year. Bonnie recently released her debut single
“Somebody” featuring Fred The Godson. Her
highly anticipated release features compel-
ling production from Sonaro and Smoova.
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