Born in Boston and raised in the Bay Area, ill Nicky left home at a young age to pursue his musical endeavors. Upon settling in San Diego, Nicky formed a music collective and lifestyle brand called "The I Love Life Movement" most commonly referred to as "The ill Movement." Persistent dedication has helped Nicky create a great deal of momentum as he has taken his talents all across the nation, performing along-side some of the biggest artists in the industry, and achieving all of this independently.