TAV3, born as Octavious Piercy-Maze, is a Missouri-based rapper, performer, producer and songwriter. He makes soulful and indie hip-hop. In 2023 he opened for Smokepurrp and Montana of 300 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, and got the opportunity to perform at the Corn Bread festival in Des Moines, Iowa. His music tells the stories of a young man searching for purpose in the forgotten heartlands of America. An exceedingly distinctive perspective that continues to expand through his artistry. *Questionable Existence* She fuq with small town niggas I got bigger dreams I see bigger things for me and mine When I close my eyes at night At times I’m nihilistic Borderline narsticistic With a pen that oozes rhythm And a tounge that speaks in -isms Missouri born With southern ties By the grace of God I’m lake side With the tunes parading through my mind Lord let this pretty poetry flow out of me Let the message be encrypted While we question our existence Together. -TAV3