CPTime: Faith, Family, and Bars — How Cole Parkinson Is Redefining Clean Hip-Hop

In a time when explicit lyrics dominate playlists and shock value often overshadows substance, one artist from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is proving that positivity still hits hard. Meet Cole Parkinson, better known by his stage name CPTime (Cole Parkinson Time) — a hip-hop artist, coach, and entertainer who’s building his movement on faith, family, and feel-good music.

The impact he wants his music to have on others

“I want to have a positive impact on all kinds of people — whether you’re old, young, Black, white, male, or female,” CPTime says. “Everything I do comes from a place of faith and purpose.”

Where it all started

CPTime’s story starts humbly in a college dorm room, where he began rapping for fun with friends. What began as freestyle sessions quickly turned into a passion that would shape his future. Once he set up his own studio and stepped onto his first stage, the fire was lit. “That first live performance had me hooked,” he says. “The energy, the connection — I knew this was what I was meant to do.”

accomplishments

Since then, CPTime has performed over 100 times — from showcases and opening slots to MCing middle school dances, rehab center performances, and even halftime shows at Philadelphia 76ers games. His versatility and professionalism have earned him recognition across multiple spaces, all while staying true to his brand of clean, inspiring hip-hop.

With over 100 songs released, including 10 themed tracks written for holidays and organizations and three full-length albums, CPTime’s catalog reflects his creative range and dedication to spreading joy through music. “All my songs are clean,” he emphasizes. “There’s so much content to enjoy and relate to without the need for curse words or negativity.”

Trials and tribulations

But success, as CPTime knows, comes with challenges. “The hardest part lately has been getting my music to the right listeners — the people in the industry who really know what to do with it,” he admits. “I love writing and recording, but I’ve had to learn the balance between patience and persistence. Sometimes taking the time to perfect a song makes all the difference.”

As he continues to grow, CPTime sees the next phase of his career as one built on consistency and expansion. He envisions performing in new cities, collaborating with fresh talent, and sharing his message on bigger stages. “I’m taking it day by day,” he says. “But I know I’m doing what I’m meant to do — performing and creating music that uplifts people.”

What sets him apart from other artist

What sets CPTime apart is more than his clean lyrics — it’s his genuine authenticity. In an industry often clouded by ego, he radiates purpose and positivity. His mission is simple: to entertain, inspire, and spread light through his music.

“Everything I do comes down to faith, family, and music,” CPTime says. “If my songs can lift someone up, make them smile, or help them through a hard day, then I’ve done my job.”

With unwavering faith and a heart for connection, CPTime is carving out a lane that proves real artistry doesn’t need to compromise integrity. His time is now — and he’s using it to make the world a better place, one verse at a time.