Music, for many musicians, is a means to an end. Only a few make music because they enjoy it and would instead make music their way than the type of music they believe people enjoy. CPTime, born Cole Parkinson, is toeing a different path and proving that music can be entertaining while being fun and clean.

CPTime Music is an independent hip-hop and pop artist from Pottstown who has carved a niche for himself as a musician who creates music on themes around motivation, holidays, sport and parties. He has been writing music and performing for years and graced some notable venues around the Philadelphia area, including the halftime show at a Philadelphia 76ers game, community events and rehab centers. He also has three albums out, with numerous singles on all streaming platforms.

While his music communicates his philosophy and belief about entertainment, CPTime currently coaches and teaches young men in sports while serving as a team leader at Alpha Christian Athletes, an organization that helps children grow in strength and agility in their relationship with Jesus. His commitment to growth and progress in the music business has opened many doors of opportunities for him to express his music style and the message he tries to pass across.

He has opened, headlined and hosted showcases despite his brand of clean Hip-hop music. His message of faith, motivation and positivity also resonates with a wide range of audiences which sets him apart from other rappers. CPTime’s music has spread far and wide as many people’s workout and event companion. His music videos also sport playful, lively, inspiring, motivational and laid-back themes. He makes sure his music is enjoyable to individuals and entire families during special events and holidays.

Being different is CPTime’s biggest strength, and from the time he began to make music as a college student, he takes solace in people knowing the lyrics to his songs and recognizing him on first listen. “Getting heard and recognized are the most rewarding. I am motivated by growth and finding different ways to separate myself and stay motivated to get more people to listen to what I have to say,” he said.

Over the next few years, CPTime sees himself doing what he loves doing and performing at shows full time. He hopes to become a highly sought-after artist, achieving immense success and changing the lives of everyone in his family. “I just want more and more people to hear and share what I am talking about, so however, that needs to get done, I’m with it,” he said.

His next single, “Rise,” is slated for release soon, and he hopes it will edge people closer to the things that empower, inspire and motivate them. It is a rap single laced with positivity and motivation. He expects that people will listen to the single and be pumped up positively to pursue their life goals relentlessly with a positive mindset.