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We’ve all heard of the artists who don’t really deserve that description. They’re the ones who make everyone wonder how they got to be so rich and famous when they really are lacking quite a bit in the talent department. Paris Hilton … I’m looking at you.

Thomas Wesley Pentz, aka Diplo, is not like that.

Diplo’s been nurturing his creative juices for years. Having started his career as a DJ, he learned to read the crowd very early on. It’s that skill that’s allowed him to mix hooks and bars in particular ways that please the ears of so many music lovers. He’s a hit maker.

He’s also enough of a business person to understand how to make the most of a moment.

He admits that right now, his star is shining very bright. He also admits that he’s not sure how long that’s going to last. In the meantime, he’s working nearly 24/7 creating music, attending meetings for his label and looking for the next big thing.

Jonathan Ringen over at Billboard had a chance to interview Diplo about his life, his schedule and why he wishes he was Beyoncé.

Read about it here.