MICHAEL SOFILAS AKA NTER - THE STORY (PRISON / FAMILY / CANCER)

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  • Опубликовано: 18 июл 2021
  • Michael Sofilas AKA Nter has been a household name within the Australian music scene for over a decade.
    A lot of fans already know his life story through his music, but we got to dig a little deeper.
    Raised in the housing commissions, Nter lost his mum at an early age and was taught crime by his older brothers just to get by.
    Nters experiences is proof that life is a constant rollercoaster, especially when he was diagnosed with Kidney cancer at the young age of 27.
    Doing multiple stints in jail to now raising 5 children with his long-term partner, Nter is now looking for a way to show youth that there is no such thing as a successful drug dealer.
    Subscribe to ‪@nterone‬ youtube channel
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    Shoutouts to @foongtran for camera work and photos + @timvillafuerte for grading
    Filmed at ZOKU CREATIVE studios

Комментарии • 431

  • @seanbrah93
    @seanbrah93 3 года назад +283

    I remember seeing NTER on the train with his mates a bit over 10 years ago when everyone was scared of him. I was a teenager dressed the complete opposite of him with an emo fringe lol, but I went up to him and asked him if he was nter and told him I like his music. He thanked me and seemed genuinely happy when I told him that. Back in those days you would get smacked for even looking at a group of lads dressed the way I was. he’s a good bloke.

    • @nathan1234537
      @nathan1234537 3 года назад +5

      Iv always dressed lad even when I was 8 😂😂😂

    • @sergeybrin9765
      @sergeybrin9765 3 года назад +6

      Nter's a real one, when I first heard him in 08 I was deep in the skinny jeans and emo fringe game but his music has always hit me right in the heartstrings hey

    • @philk8081
      @philk8081 2 года назад +26

      Breaking into family homes. Fuck ay, what role model.

    • @user-uo7qz7dw2x
      @user-uo7qz7dw2x 2 года назад +3

      @@nathan1234537 you’re gonna have to get a job bro. You have no rap skills and I’m just being honest, you’re either gonna be a loser forever or get any sort of job and be someone and I suggest getting a
      I’m not meaning to be a arsehole bro but you really need to understand that.

    • @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089
      @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089 2 года назад +1

      That’s a true solid person when they respect you for being different it’s rare to see this but when you do it’s awesome big love to Nter

  • @Adamvp1ltd
    @Adamvp1ltd 3 года назад +54

    Remember him when I was younger, went to the beach with him and the boys a few times on the weekends. Heard lots of stories about him over the years but still the same guy as I remember. Great guy, just made some mistakes along the way like most of us did.

  • @rwilko9525
    @rwilko9525 3 года назад +155

    I hope youngsters look at this mans story as a lesson, not a lifestyle.

    • @travismunns8333
      @travismunns8333 3 года назад +3

      Couldn't of said it better wish I paid more attention in skool like English. Well said

    • @sergeybrin9765
      @sergeybrin9765 3 года назад +3

      Word, it's so refreshing to see how Nter's music now is not glorifying shit he did but just reflecting on how he survived, positive shit and like you said a lesson 👌🏼

  • @sergeybrin9765
    @sergeybrin9765 3 года назад +19

    5 minutes in and already got me eyes watery bra. Having listened to you since 08, it's beyond inspiring to see how not only you've grown into a stand up lad, partner and dad but how your music has reflected your growth, and shared some of the painful trials you've had to overcome with your listeners. I'm older and taller than you by a decent wack but I'm not too proud to admit you're one lad I look up to bruz. Keep doing you, you're literally the last of a dying breed and you've helped so many ppl fight their own demons by sharing yours thru the pen n pad 👌🏼❤️❤️❤️

  • @KingQwellz
    @KingQwellz 3 года назад +22

    Just recently become a father and after seeing this I'm going to up my game more for my daughter.cheers brother for giving me more strength to be a better father

  • @kardonewman54
    @kardonewman54 3 года назад +19

    What a legend ~ he is going to become the most effective Youth Worker ♥️

  • @asdfguiwsertyuio3689
    @asdfguiwsertyuio3689 3 года назад +7

    Im 23 and grew up listening to Nter in high school. Never new he had all this shit going on. Seems like a real genuine guy.

  • @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089
    @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089 3 года назад +51

    Man big respect to Nter.
    Some real life lessons were he was dealt a shit card but risen above it.
    Thanks for sharing your journey brother.You got old school morals never snitching and you got a heart of gold your a rare bread brother big love and full respect you beat cancer quit drug dealing and putting your kids first.

    • @vanessaparker274
      @vanessaparker274 3 года назад +2

      Real talk! Morals, Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, Truth and most importantly TRUST 💯 NO EXCUSES ONLY CHOICES ATTITUDE THAT DEFINES YOU AS A INDIVIDUAL.
      #F*ck Cancer!
      #MindSet
      #Reflect
      #BeBetterTomorrow
      #FamilyFirst

    • @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089
      @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089 3 года назад +2

      @@vanessaparker274 100

    • @vanessaparker274
      @vanessaparker274 3 года назад +4

      @@gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089 if all followed the old school way then no one would be shot because real men rumble it out.

    • @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089
      @gnarlythetoyotacoasterbusa4089 3 года назад +2

      @@vanessaparker274 most definitely hey one on one fights and loose lips sink ships.
      I am with ya .

    • @vanessaparker274
      @vanessaparker274 Год назад

      @@sammc1205 please, my 5 year old nieces insults are more entertaining then that old glass BBQ Anyway have a productive day and remember Jesus loves you

  • @travismunns8333
    @travismunns8333 3 года назад +24

    Wow man just watched this at 5.30 this morning. Makes me think I never want to go back to playing up. My daughter is my life now. Thank you Nter.

  • @adamtait-main7634
    @adamtait-main7634 Год назад +4

    Wow Nter is honest here, I haven't heard an interview as real as this with him spilling out his heart...This is helping me change my life, much Respect ... 🙏

  • @jimmybob5457
    @jimmybob5457 3 года назад +22

    Damn bro.. I have never heard anyone speak about cancer, I now know why so many lives are ruined by it

  • @crooke80
    @crooke80 3 года назад +5

    Love this ❤️ I spent 10 years homeless, 41 years old lost everything due to fkd up friends n family, I'm UK taught myself to gas the mic live, teaching my coping every step. collabs no cost brother ❤️

  • @jamescooke3058
    @jamescooke3058 3 года назад +28

    Such a real down to earth guy been a fan for ages much love nter!

  • @MegaWeStSiDeRyDeR
    @MegaWeStSiDeRyDeR 3 года назад +6

    Legend mate, keep grinding...
    Much respect.

  • @dylanberthelsen7799
    @dylanberthelsen7799 3 года назад +127

    “I’m not one to hit women but I cleaned her up” 😂😂😂 Fkn love it. As any good bloke would. On ya brah ❤️

    • @mitcho368
      @mitcho368 3 года назад +7

      Muvvas lad who the fuck woudlnt wack a junkie dog 😂😂

    • @dylanberthelsen7799
      @dylanberthelsen7799 3 года назад +5

      @@mitcho368 fuckin oath especially if ya kid in the oven cooking. Way he said it tho was just straight crack up 🤣🤣🤣

    • @GregB1972
      @GregB1972 2 года назад +1

      @@mitcho368 Well, no man would ever hit a woman. Or rob anyone for that matter. No discipline.

    • @mitcho368
      @mitcho368 2 года назад

      @@GregB1972 nah bruzzy if someoen starts u have a go that’s the code 47 on top

    • @GregB1972
      @GregB1972 2 года назад +1

      @@mitcho368 Code? Ill disciplined rabble perhaps. If you want code, joining the military. He still belted a woman.

  • @arthurmandas7500
    @arthurmandas7500 3 года назад +24

    Straight up, my level of respect went up big time , after hearing him talk. He's got great maturity which he's used his errors to learn. Lot of people don't ever have the intelligence or control to pull the handbreak up and change direction.

    • @samnewman3123
      @samnewman3123 Год назад

      isn't this guy an active criminal? or no longer?

  • @indigomerkaba
    @indigomerkaba 3 года назад +20

    a true king. one love brother!

  • @jacko9708
    @jacko9708 3 года назад +2

    Best interview that I have seen for a long time! Big ups Nter and zoku

  • @izzykems1283
    @izzykems1283 3 года назад +11

    i will always love nter, always been so real and raw. and always honest to his fanbase

  • @samhunter_official
    @samhunter_official 3 года назад +21

    I remember when I met NTER in Newtown, I was busking and he was hanging around watching me. He came up and said "you are who you say you are man". Years before I was on HHTV and got a lot of hate for having an accent when I rapped. I respect NTER for what he said and the gesture.
    This interview was real!

    • @BENZO3550
      @BENZO3550 3 года назад

      That’s great bro

    • @FlopDropper
      @FlopDropper Год назад

      Isn’t that the gay dog area’

  • @maynardstwin1954
    @maynardstwin1954 3 года назад

    Massive respect to you bro!!. Thank you sharing 👍. Been a big fan since way back but this is next level 👌

  • @kalebcotter197
    @kalebcotter197 Год назад +2

    Never heard his music. But what a bloke! Guys been through the ringer and gained compassion. Just abandonment issues. Not regulating emotions. Big ups Michael/NTER. Much love brother

  • @ethanpoole3318
    @ethanpoole3318 3 года назад +33

    So much respect for you, really hope people learn from this

    • @Tyler_Pearson
      @Tyler_Pearson 3 года назад

      I definitely took a lot away from this .

  • @bradkendrick6759
    @bradkendrick6759 3 года назад +4

    Respect man, great insight on how to overcome tough times.

  • @tompurchase7466
    @tompurchase7466 3 года назад +38

    Nters true gangsta. Not many people keep there mouth shut. Hope life is going better for you mate

    • @ryandowling3842
      @ryandowling3842 3 года назад

      Word bro, under the word Staunch in the dictionary should be a photo of Nter! 💯💯

    • @tompurchase7466
      @tompurchase7466 3 года назад +2

      @@ryandowling3842 never liked the gangster movies. In the end they all end up rating on each other. This guy is a rare breed if the story is true.

    • @aussiegrows8096
      @aussiegrows8096 3 года назад

      @@tompurchase7466 but thoes movies are true mate. Mafia had the hardest rules and half of em ratted out in the end.

    • @tompurchase7466
      @tompurchase7466 3 года назад

      @@aussiegrows8096 yeah I know mate. It's shit. Everyone has there limit I guess.

  • @unboxingbraxton2084
    @unboxingbraxton2084 3 года назад +5

    Seen you live with kerser you were the best that night bro and never heard of ya your awesome keep up the good work

  • @sonnyjnr6901
    @sonnyjnr6901 3 года назад +49

    Nters a legend man, I remember looking up to his graff and rockin the Sydney Serchaz. Songs like Eshay, like my brother, fuckin oath, RIP Mum, Greenline Rokim etc were songs I grew up with, His newer stuff still kills. Mine and his storys are different but very much the same. The dudes been a huge part of Australian street culture, Hip-hop and graffiti. Props for having him on, Good to see he doing alright after a fuckin hard road..

    • @theunknown8904
      @theunknown8904 3 года назад

      @Simon Bean hard bra and cheating on his gfs lol 😂 ..

    • @bevanb4609
      @bevanb4609 3 года назад +1

      @Simon Bean is this uber lol you having a cry

    • @mattcollier7166
      @mattcollier7166 3 года назад

      @Simon Bean I was thinking wtf that story dont make no sense.

    • @mrc4666
      @mrc4666 3 года назад

      Haha memories

  • @SLIPPN
    @SLIPPN 3 года назад +6

    👑 - what a fkn good interview, Nter is the realest.

  • @parowun2427
    @parowun2427 3 года назад +16

    Solid interview bro much respect to NTER and ZOKU for letting nter talk without cutting him off or talking over him all the best NTER! 💯

  • @Michael.Tedesco
    @Michael.Tedesco 2 года назад +2

    such an amazing artist from his music to him reaching out to anyone in the same boat! nter helped me through my life & my chemotherapy reaching out all the time ! much love to this man ! 💜

  • @chrisodonnell279
    @chrisodonnell279 2 года назад +3

    Bro wtf I just watched this video just now!! Everything but about the cancer is exactly the same story as mine im blown away honestly.. I just did 4n a half years in vic mainstream of course but man your story has spun me out take care bruh, and merry Christmas to you and your family 🙏

  • @kay-lee5
    @kay-lee5 3 года назад +1

    True man. I have fucked up but your a true inspiration to me. Your music is real and so are you. Keep on keeping on mate. Bless you and your family

  • @jessethompson8973
    @jessethompson8973 3 года назад +1

    I thank my kids and nter for saving my life mad props to you man

  • @doomslayermax
    @doomslayermax 2 года назад

    havent really herd of nter but after watching this interview i'm gonna give it a crack, loved the interview it was straight forward i wish this was in schools more often and back when i was in school it might of deterd alot of people doing stupid stuff and wreaking their lifes up, keep up the good work Zoku and all the best to you Michael

  • @kimtia1091
    @kimtia1091 3 года назад +5

    Amazing young man, all the best to you ,stay strong for you're kids they need you ❤

  • @Brbslapsya
    @Brbslapsya 3 года назад

    Real one 💯 too deadly bred keep up the hard work cuz

  • @samhunter_official
    @samhunter_official 3 года назад +3

    "We can't change if we can't change ourselves" NTER - powerful words man! You are a beautiful human for breaking the cycle and being honest about it 👊

  • @Six66Devil
    @Six66Devil 2 года назад +1

    Thank u nter, after hearing u say that the best thing within a relationship is honesty and trust, and I’m currently going thru something of my own atm so after hearing this it felt like u we’re giving me advice and I thank u, been a big fan for a long time always supporting u bro

  • @tynkirbell599
    @tynkirbell599 9 месяцев назад +1

    Loved your story and how you're family focused, kids have a habit sometimes of turning our lives around. Hope you're doing well post cancer treatment ❤

  • @curtisjackson8960
    @curtisjackson8960 2 года назад +3

    I grew up pumping NTER I was hard into the drugs and crime.. hearing him say all this really makes me happy because I’m on the straight and narrow working 11 hours a night 6 days a week, it’s a fucking struggle but it’s honest and I’m happier then I ever have been. Hope you live a healthy life with your family cuz!

  • @esko1715
    @esko1715 3 года назад +1

    You deserve it all lad 🙌🏼

  • @kylemcmahon95
    @kylemcmahon95 3 года назад

    Mad watch always good hearing and seeing interviews like this, I’m also trying to get into studying for peer support work help out the younger kids and people my age and older

  • @robmackie4460
    @robmackie4460 3 года назад +1

    This bloke is the definition of
    'A REAL 1' crank his music every mornin @4.30 am AM

  • @leehughes5733
    @leehughes5733 3 года назад

    Much love & respect to Nter I can totally relate trust me to cut a long dark story hella short I am so so happy to just simply be here now and able to write this comment life can take you on so many ups & downs the journey is a straight up madness not gonna lie . All I just hope is that the majority of the youngsters out there watching pls appreciate the life they got while it's going good coz it can turn sour in a blink of an eye i know it sounds a bit brazy but it's so true 🙏 .. bless up .✌📿💯

  • @chekyourhed
    @chekyourhed 3 года назад +5

    The kids need you mate, it’s a funny world, hope the youth work thing works out for you.

  • @nickpear3822
    @nickpear3822 2 года назад +1

    I like the fact you admitted you were scared, alot of respect for that statement 💯 💯💯💯

  • @VersariJames
    @VersariJames 3 года назад

    Such a good interview 👊

  • @kirstiemullin4564
    @kirstiemullin4564 3 года назад +34

    Well done Michael, the kids are going to look back at this and be so proud of you.

  • @aprilcardoso5489
    @aprilcardoso5489 3 года назад +3

    Omfg I’m literally in goosebumps just watching this! Your such inspiration and strong person in all despite everything you’ve been through so keep your head up, Nter! P.S love your music, some of your music has gotten me some of the darkest times in my life! ♥️💙💚👌💯

  • @malcolmkemp1359
    @malcolmkemp1359 3 года назад

    Good on ya bro👍. Bless up🙏✌.

  • @crooke80
    @crooke80 3 года назад +6

    So much respect for you brother, I would never hit a woman unless confronted with your situation. No justice in this world. Worth doing time for that. As messed up as the situation was. My family fkd me out of a mortgage and 20k, stopped me seeing my son 2 years and hand a massive part in me being homeless for 10 years, only music stopping me from torching them pricks

    • @niccc3732
      @niccc3732 3 года назад

      Chin Up my brother same shit here respect cuz

    • @smiileyriley4609
      @smiileyriley4609 11 месяцев назад

      Hope life has improved brother.

  • @tollinloud.5117
    @tollinloud.5117 3 года назад

    Appreciate your time bro. 💪

  • @austinsavage8061
    @austinsavage8061 3 года назад +1

    The original Sydney searchers,, onya bruvva mad love ❤️

  • @jamesmclennan3618
    @jamesmclennan3618 2 года назад +1

    Man nter your an absolute inspiration looking forward to your next stage in life

  • @zoewiese9912
    @zoewiese9912 3 года назад +7

    I’m so glad I watched this. I love his music it’s nice to hear him talk about his life like this

  • @evilbrotherz600
    @evilbrotherz600 3 года назад +1

    Respect brother from us here in New Zealand ✊👊💙

  • @aussieScumBag
    @aussieScumBag 3 года назад

    words of wisdom from the king. Props to u lad

  • @venttizae8639
    @venttizae8639 4 месяца назад

    gives ya goosebumps, such a good interview wordddd

  • @Dyl3n.Wallac3
    @Dyl3n.Wallac3 3 года назад +1

    We are all beautiful people, born magnificent and take on the bullshit of the karmic world. So good to see Lads like Nter bare all and show the victories and lessons he has achieved, victories like these that we all achieve are way bigger than we realise, for the collective of humanity. Big up!

  • @anthonywest7092
    @anthonywest7092 3 года назад

    How strong coming through cancer it was hard to watch him talk about it 🙏🏽❤️

  • @jaydandarling9325
    @jaydandarling9325 3 года назад

    This straight up real talk all these young fellas living that life and listening to this open you ears the man is not wrong

  • @justenjoying5147
    @justenjoying5147 3 года назад

    Great interview

  • @lildogz9723
    @lildogz9723 3 года назад

    So inspiring to watch you should be proud you have over come hard times and its good you have a goal to become a youth worker to help the youth and break the cycle ❤️❤️❤️

  • @thelesson927
    @thelesson927 3 года назад +1

    great interview

  • @nylapower1076
    @nylapower1076 3 года назад

    I appreciate you brother ❤️💯

  • @MJBWORDPLAY
    @MJBWORDPLAY 3 года назад

    Good man stick up for yr fam nter the real og

  • @TRIPPAH
    @TRIPPAH 3 года назад +2

    Honestly feel that shit bro 😵. Good seeing this side to u away from ur music 🙏🤙 your not alone bruv got a mad fan base and alot of us can relate.

  • @jarrod8085
    @jarrod8085 3 года назад +4

    Hectic story teller through rap and podcasts

  • @rmach5726
    @rmach5726 2 года назад

    much love brutha

  • @staceychaplin9340
    @staceychaplin9340 3 года назад

    Thanks for being real 💯

  • @keithpage3610
    @keithpage3610 2 года назад

    Bro true solider keep ya head up sorry to hear cancer has taken a hold on ya I'll pray for you my trap runner brother

  • @looking8030
    @looking8030 3 года назад +1

    Much love brother

  • @wirueternal
    @wirueternal 3 года назад

    thanks for sharing your story

  • @JaxTheGat
    @JaxTheGat 2 года назад

    I knew watching this a year ago.. you weren’t done with the rap scene..
    and that’s a good thing 💯

  • @karlcookson9051
    @karlcookson9051 3 года назад

    Solid brother much respect.

  • @S1nner1
    @S1nner1 3 года назад

    Great watch man nter killed this

  • @guntherhimler5937
    @guntherhimler5937 Год назад

    Been listening to Nter's music since around 2010, he is one of the best in the rap game

  • @thebonglord4203
    @thebonglord4203 3 года назад

    The king spitting more facts 💯❤️

  • @theunfilteredfisherman
    @theunfilteredfisherman 3 года назад

    Unreal. Respect bro

  • @jawdzbanga4540
    @jawdzbanga4540 3 года назад

    Real shit ...big respect to u bruz

  • @kaccugachog
    @kaccugachog 3 года назад +1

    27:11 my ears have never perked up so fast in my life just to immediately let out a sigh of relief

  • @joeobrien3981
    @joeobrien3981 6 месяцев назад

    Excellent very raw

  • @inkedgreek8691
    @inkedgreek8691 3 года назад

    That was deep 💯👑🙏🏼

  • @Dylan-ow4zm
    @Dylan-ow4zm 7 месяцев назад

    I feel yah brother I can relate to your story in some ways much love and respect 💯

  • @abby-leeknight8023
    @abby-leeknight8023 3 года назад +1

    Respect bro!

  • @Jimmmy1997
    @Jimmmy1997 Год назад

    You are actually the man, what I want my life to b

  • @kiarasattout2668
    @kiarasattout2668 3 года назад +2

    I don't personally no nter but I am so fucking proud of him i feel like a proud mother lmao, he has come so far and is going to be an amazing youth worker and change so many lives!

  • @shinigami2682
    @shinigami2682 3 года назад +6

    I remember being a kid growing up around kogarah/Hurstville in the graff days. Names like NTER even tho he wasn’t famous for rapping or anything he was a local legend on the streets and you would hear his name a lot crazy to think back to those times lol

    • @Ghetto485
      @Ghetto485 3 года назад +1

      Lol true aye If you’re from Sydney and haven’t heard the name nter you’ve been living under a rock lol

    • @brockiestephosaussielife
      @brockiestephosaussielife 3 года назад

      Just curious, does hurstville have housing commission?
      Just asking cos I'm from campbelltown, I'm not sure.

    • @kingsolomon5278
      @kingsolomon5278 3 года назад +1

      @@Ghetto485 we know nter from yellow line back in the days. Even if we didn’t listen to the Sydney serchaz rap music we still respected the graffiti.

  • @21district92
    @21district92 3 года назад

    Thanks for saying that brother

  • @snesable
    @snesable 3 года назад +12

    seems alot more humbled in life after all the pain. wisdom

  • @warrenclough8669
    @warrenclough8669 2 года назад +1

    Fucken oath lad🙏👌mad respect,I work in a rehab gonna play this to the boys all them from jail..my first lag was long Bay Maximum too,you've done amazing Michael kids will be proud and your mother in heaven.if you can change these boys have hope I would love to bring you in to talk to them give them hope

  • @Redrum111
    @Redrum111 3 года назад

    Yea the JBlock hahaha fukn oath this toko is the man much love my toko✊🏾💯

  • @yagmuryelizbozkus
    @yagmuryelizbozkus 2 года назад

    I love you bruzz! We grew up together his a top bloke real as xx

  • @Haels210.P.I.C
    @Haels210.P.I.C Год назад

    Well done mick u come along way bra,proud of u brother.HR.210 BOYS TILL DEATH

  • @jamesparslow4939
    @jamesparslow4939 3 года назад +20

    Seems like a pretty normal Aussie bloke tbh just got felt some rough cards in life

  • @lawrencenuju5374
    @lawrencenuju5374 2 года назад

    I remember this fella...played footy with the bloke...and trust this fellas got big nuts...hecktik respect brother Michael

  • @TheDaleparker1
    @TheDaleparker1 3 года назад +1

    You’re a real one Nter

  • @seanbulger9645
    @seanbulger9645 3 года назад

    Much respect brother

  • @leecook6854
    @leecook6854 7 месяцев назад

    I’m a bit older bro but always have loved ur music as u speak from the heart & after watching this & listening to ur honesty bro I wish u all the best and watch u said about ur partner about honesty and trust and don’t lie so fuking true I wish u all the best bro take care reds cookie ❤

  • @nihilistfourseven9809
    @nihilistfourseven9809 3 года назад +3

    Inspirational as fuck. Definition of a real man. Respect