Lee Steven was captivated by hip-hop beginning in 1997. Steven was intrigued by the classic hip-hop music of Nas, Biggie, Tupac, and Wu-Tang at the time. This in turn made him pick up a pen and write. The competition from local MC's further increased the hunger within him. At this time Cata was beginning to understand what hip-hop really was. The major influence of his writing took place within high school. Rival classmates tried to test his skill with numerous battles and cyphers. But this only further improved and sharped his talent. At a local battle the top MC at the time questioned anyone to battle him. Cata stepped up to the challenge and humiliated him. At the time Lee Steven watched with interest, eager to spit himself. After Cata's battle, the MC's partner wanted to save their title. Then Lee Steven stepped through the crowd, and commenced with lyrical fire. From that day on a partnership was born.