Marco Cruz, widely known as Tcf Live, is a rapper, songwriter and producer born and raised in the Windy City, Chicago Illinois. Blooming from a family full of lyrical abilities, it didn’t take long for Tcf Live to join the family wave. From his grandfather who’s a known poet in Trinidad to his grandmother who was a part of a popular 70’s singing group in Bay Area California, Tcf Live grew up surrounded by soul. Tcf Live has been creating music all his life writing his first song in second great to impress females on the playground at school. Music has always been a way of therapy for Tcf Live becoming the gateway to steer him out of trouble and connect him closer to family. In 2019 Tcf Live single “Stain” featuring Rico Reckless went viral capturing a rave of new fans who gravitated to his catchy sound and relatable lyrics. With Tcf Live’s sound being influenced by musical legends Michael Jackson, DMX, Mystikal, Lauryn Hill, Ludacris, Kanye West, and the soulful James Brown, the Chicago MC has been unapologetically making his stamp in the industry. With his fresh yet transitional sound, Tcf Live is like a chameleon, he’s able to adapt in any environment creating a versatile flow that gives off a vibe you didn’t realize you needed. In his own lane, Tcf Live draws inspiration from everywhere around him including alarm clocks, shoes tapping, etc. He believes there’s potential to create from every sound. With a passion to release good vibes, and to put on a great show, Tcf Live is walking down the hip hop lane taking his career to the next level.