Milli Meesh: Stacking Success

  The Steeze of Milli Meesh: Rising Real, Moving Steady

INTERVIEW BY: EMILY ARAUZA

JAN 23rd, 2025

“Nothing can be perfect as long as it’s your best, nothing less,” says Milli Meesh, also known as Stack Milli, an emerging artist from Houston, Texas.

At just 20, he’s been shaping his sound since childhood, growing up in a household where music was second nature—his father’s band and his brothers’ home studio set the foundation for his craft. Now, as a member of the Staaq House collective, he’s not just making music but building something bigger: a movement rooted in originality, authenticity, and growth.

In this conversation, we dive into his early influences, the turning point that made him take music seriously, and the mindset that keeps him pushing forward. With a competitive spirit and a commitment to staying true to himself, Stack Milli is carving his lane in the game—on his terms.

M: “Milli Meesh aka (Stack Milli) I’m an artist from Houston, Texas.”

EA: “Being from Houston always brings a unique vibe to the music. What inspired you to start making music, and how did ‘Stack Milli’ become part of your name?”

M: “I’ve been making music since I was a kid, my dad was in a band while I was growing up so I naturally picked it up as well as my brothers having a studio at the crib. Stack Milli comes from my collective Staaq House which is a group of artists & creatives, we move like a family, soon gonna be taking over.”

EA: “Growing up around music must’ve shaped your sound in a big way. How do you feel your dad and those early studio sessions with your brothers influenced the style you’re bringing now? And with Staaq House, what’s the vision—what sets y’all apart as a collective?”

M: “They definitely taught me the importance of originality and having your own way of doing things that set you apart, that's a habit I put into everything I do especially my sound can't compare me to nobody. Staaq House is different, we are not just a collective we move like a unit and a fam, “stacking” to us means other things aside from money, it's a place we can grow in whatever profession or position by putting on for each other.”

EA: “Originality is rare these days, and it sounds like you’re staying true to yourself. And I love how Staaq House is bigger than just music, like a movement for growth and building each other up. How do y’all balance individual creativity with moving as a unit? And what’s next for Staaq House—any projects or collabs we should keep an eye on?”

M: “I don't want to say any more for now till it's shown.”

EA: “Sometimes it’s better to show than tell. What do you hope people take away when they listen to your music or see what Staaq House is building?”

M: “I'm always big on being yourself when people listen to me. I want them to leave feeling like they know me. I don't need to fake or do gimmicks to be something I'm not for the fans. When I see rappers do that it is fony/fugazi don't mess with that. I strive for authenticity most important.”

EA: “That’s a strong mindset to have. When did you officially start making music, and how old are you now? I’m curious about how long you’ve been grinding and how your sound has evolved.”

M: “I’m 20 right now. I have been making music since I was 10/11 and started being more consistent and taking it seriously around 18.”

EA: “Starting that young must’ve given you time to hone your craft. What was the turning point around 18 that made you want to take it seriously? Was there a specific moment or project that made you lock in?”

M: “Just coming out of school and really trying to commit to something, I  always take very deep thought into my songs and I’m a perfectionist so I didn't use to drop often, but the turning point was realizing I’m in real life now so I need to hone in on myself and to who I want to be for real. For people that are like me, we gotta learn that nothing can be perfect as long as it’s your best, nothing less.”

EA: “That ‘real life’ moment hits hard, but it sounds like it gave you clarity about your goals. How has that shift in focus changed your creative process or the way you approach music now?”

M: “It makes me go harder just cause it’s real now, I still have fun with it of course but I love the competition with other artists in the city or in general, it’s like who’s gone come out the hardest, I get a kick outta it.” 

EA: “How do you feel the Houston music scene pushes you as an artist? And what do you think it’ll take for you to stand out and make your mark?”

M: “I don't know bout the scene but they doing their thing I guess, I’m just worried bout what I'm doing and I think my music gone speak for itself—believing in you is important.”

EA: “Sounds like you’re more focused on building your path instead of worrying about what everyone else is doing. What’s the ultimate goal for you with your music—what’s the dream you’re chasing?”

M: “Really to see how far I can take it, I might dab into other things eventually. I like being in a competition with myself. I feel like everyone should think similar.”

EA: “I agree with that—pushing yourself and seeing how far you can go. Who or what inspires you the most, whether it’s in music or just life in general? Anyone you look up to or draw influence from?”

M: “I look up to Wayne and Big L l since I was young, but recently I’d for sure say Carti and Lucki and more of the new school, I rock with their diversity and swag. My brother probably inspires me the most day to day. He taught me a lot growing up putting me around the ogs since I was young—definitely shaped me into myself.”

EA: “Wayne and Big L are legends, and I can see how their influence would push you, especially mixed with the new-school vibe of Carti and Lucki. That’s a crazy blend of inspiration— it’s special how your brother played such a big role in shaping you—sounds like he had a major impact on the artist and person you’ve become. To wrap things up, do you have any advice for people chasing their dreams, whether it’s in music or just life in general?”

M: “Broo go and do that! But be smart, planning out meets opportunities rather than running blindfolded hoping to land on something. Mix the drive with strategy in everything and you'll be straight.”