A Japanese rapper known for his refusal to accept failure, PONEY, has finally achieved the record for the longest rap marathon on his third attempt.
After nearly two years of hard work and overcoming two previous failed attempts, he celebrated his success with fans at a special event called Haten BEATBOXBATTLE 3.0, held in Shibuya, Tokyo, where he proudly unveiled his Guinness World Records certificate.
Born and raised in Yamanashi, PONEY’s journey as a rapper began at the age of 17 when he attended a concert of one of his favorite artists in his hometown.
Witnessing the artist’s electrifying performance, along with the influence of local artists, ignited his passion for rapping, leading him to start writing lyrics and pursue a career in music.
PONEY’s journey to break the record for the longest rap marathon started unexpectedly on September 11, 2021, when he learned about the existing record set by George Watsky (USA) for 33 hours and 33 minutes.
On a whim, PONEY decided to attempt breaking the record without fully understanding the rules and guidelines for the attempt.
Unfortunately, his initial attempt was unsuccessful due to technical issues, and his second try was foiled by someone else breaking the record before he could complete his attempt.
Finally, on his third attempt, with the help of the Haten battle event organizers who live-streamed the attempt, PONEY managed to surpass the record by rapping for an impressive 48 hours, 1 minute, and 10 seconds.
Throughout the marathon, he battled fatigue and found motivation in negative comments, ultimately achieving his goal and breaking the record.
While PONEY doesn’t yet fully comprehend the magnitude of his achievement, he feels happy and appreciative of the support he received from his fans and loved ones. He also advises aspiring record breakers to believe in themselves and persistently work towards their goals.
PONEY’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and determination, proving that with the right mindset, anyone can achieve extraordinary feats.