“The 757 Has a New Sun Rising” traces the rise of Virginia artist Sunny, a young voice redefining his region’s sound. From early inspirations like Black Kray, Lil Tracy, Cayo Banks, and YvngxChris—whom he first met at a local football game in 2019—to crossing paths with Michael Vick in 2025, Sunny’s journey shows how deeply he’s been connected to Virginia’s culture and legacy. With music that blends emotion, melody, and quiet confidence, he embodies the next chapter of the 757’s influence—proof that the state’s sun is still rising.

From bbyshyne to 1lilsunny, the Virginia-born artist has turned pain into poetry. Battling betrayal, loss, and industry setbacks, Sunny has emerged as a voice for the overlooked — blending raw PluggnB with heartfelt soul. Viral hits like “Venusian,” “Dilemma,” and “Motivation” proved his reach, but it’s the lore, the resilience, and the heart behind the music that makes Sunny more than just an underground act. He’s a movement in motion. Raised between Newport News and Chesapeake, Sunny’s story isn’t just one of music, but of survival. From navigating betrayal by loved ones and the deletion of his early catalog to grappling with real-life tragedy and death in his community, he channels trauma into something beautiful — a discography that speaks for those who’ve been silenced. Whether through his music, his live performances, or his viral presence online, 1lilsunny continues to shape culture from the ground up. His art is more than entertainment — it’s testimony.