“I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world. But, I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world.”
- Tupac Shakur
JID Drops Thought-Provoking "Money" Video
Directed by Chad Tennies and Mac Grant, JID reflects on coming up poor, with money being that thing he needed to get out of the struggle
Fabolous & Dave East Trade Bars on "Bach to Bach"
Over a beat inspired by the classic “You Can’t Stop The Reign” by Shaq and The Notorious B.I.G., Fabolous and Dave East trade bars while cruising through the streets in Maybach
GloRilla & Cardi B's “Tomorrow 2” Is Undefeated
With a video directed by Diesel Films, Glorilla teams up with Cardi for a fiery remix to a track that was released in July as a part of Glo’s “Gangsta Art” project
The Cash Cobain Interview
With his "2 Slizzy 2 Sexy" project pumping through speakers around the world, we got a chance to speak with Cash Cobain on a few things including him being the originator of the "Sample Drill"
The DWY Interview
We recently sat down with the South London's DWY ahead of the release of his "Self-Contained" project. Tap in to learn more about life in London, Kanye's "808s & Heartbreak" changing his life, and more
Exotic Mob Music, LLC Is the One To Keep On Your Radar
Exotic Mob Music is one of the most exciting up and coming labels to look out for in the industry. Get to know more about the mob and their artists here
D Smoke Shouts Out Mexico In "El Rey" Video
September 16th marked Mexico’s Independence and D Smoke’s “El Rey” was his tribute
Curren$y Keeps It Classic On “The 8 Ball Jacket” Mixtape
Featuring 8 tracks, Curren$y keeps it cool and lyrical over some classic instrumentals
DaeShawn Forrest Learns Life’s Never Too Tough To Give Up On "Transparent 2" (Album Review)
In keeping his vow to remain transparent with his audience, DaeShawn comes through with a thoughtful new project, “Transparent 2”
The VON TAE Interview & "On God" Premiere
It was our pleasure to catch up with the budding singer/songwriter and rapper for another dope interview
Rico Nasty Channels Rage Into Calm on Blue Water Road Trip Tour
Rico Nasty amped the crowd on the LA stop of Kehlani's Blue Water Road Trip Tour. View exclusive flicks from the show here
The Marqus Clae Interview
From touring with Lupe Fiasco and being regarded as a Hip Hop prodigy to signing to No Limit Forever when he was a teen, Marqus Clae is no stranger to the game. Learn his journey including his new Def Jam deal in this exclusive interview
White Dave Releases New Single “No Tip Toe”
A fire, bold, and lyrical extended play, Dave has effortlessly put out timeless music
The DaeShawn Forrest Interview
DaeShawn Forrest is an artist that not only strongly believes in his craft, but also in keeping it "Transparent". See what that means in this Hype Off Life exclusive
Inspired by Shanghai Apparel Brand, Bonkerz Soars to Another Level with “Till You Fly” (Interview)
We dive deep into Compton-bred rapper Bonkerz’s “Till You Fly” story, and how he balances life as a corporate Vice President by day and rapper by night
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