“Find You Now” is the title of Duncan Morley’s latest music video, featuring Rick Ross. The Boss hooked up with Morley after hearing the song one time. The combination of Morley’s cool, velvety tones with the palpable texture of Ross’ unique voice lends harmonic balance and depth to the tune.

Morley, who is in the studio now, laying down tracks for his album, plans to release a few more singles over the course of the summer months. At the same time, he will be touring with Wyclef Jean, which means he’ll be as busy as a shark at a feeding frenzy.

Popdust decided to talk with Morley before his life maxed-out on the hectic-o-meter, asking him about what it was like making a video with The Boss, his influences, and what’s in store for the future.

What’s your backstory?

I’m just somebody who had a dream and wouldn’t take no for an answer.

What is the most trouble you’ve ever gotten into?

I stole a car and got in a high-speed chase one night. I won the race but lost the battle, lol. I got caught an hour later. The irony was that it was my 16th birthday and I could have got my license that day.

What are the five things you can’t live without?

Bob Marley, burritos, meditation, travel, (family/friends/animals) .

What’s your favorite song to belt out in the car or the shower?

“Man in the Mirror” – Michael Jackson

What musicians/vocalists influenced you the most?

Bob Marley, John Lennon, Michael Jackson, maybe throw some old school Boyz II Men in there.

Where do you find inspiration for your songs?

For me, inspiration comes from the experiences in my life, the highs and lows. Those are the moments I try to capture in my music. Or sometimes it comes from the message behind the songs that inspires me.

How did you hook up with Rick Ross?

My record label, Blue Sapphire Music, and my manager, Lucci, helped set up the collaboration. Lucci, who is also one of Wyclef Jean’s managers, presented the record to Rick Ross and the next thing you know I’m on a flight down to his home studio in Atlanta, where he featured on the song. This was also a courtesy of Epic Records. ‘Im very grateful for Rick blessing the track and giving me this opportunity, as well as my team for putting this all together I wouldn’t be here without them.

What was it like working with Rick Ross on the music video for “Find You Now?”

It was crazy! Rick is a PRO. It was surreal being side-by-side with the BOSS himself. It was the moment when I finally realized all my hard work was paying off, I’d never been on a real set, it was like a movie. The director, Spiff TV, is a legend too. The whole team is the real deal. I remember seeing the 18-wheeler pull up to drop off the equipment and I couldn’t even count how many crew members there were. It was probably one of the highlights of my life to date. Especially considering I directed, produced, edited, and carried my own equipment for my last music video shoot on a $800 budget.

What is your songwriting process? Does the music come first and then the lyrics?

It varies. Sometimes I will just come up with a melody when I’m walking down the street, or other times I’ll think of some lyrics or a song idea first. But most of the time my team and I come up with the track first, then I’ll write lyrics and melodies to that.

Will you be touring in the near future? If so, where?

For sure! I’m excited to announce the tour dates soon, it’s starting this summer. First date is with Wyclef Jean at Beach Club in the Montreal area.

It’s presumptuous to ask at this point, but when might listeners expect new music? Are you back in the studio now?

I’m always in the studio trying to cook up the next record. But yeah, I am working on my album now and will be dropping a few more singles this summer too!

Follow Duncan Morley on his Website, Facebook, Twitter, and Blue Sapphire Music.

Randy Radic is a Left Coast author and writer. Author of numerous true crime books written under the pen-name of John Lee Brook. Former music contributor at Huff Post.