Naeem Muhammad Triplin (born February 13, 2001), also known as Eem Triplin, is an American rapper and record producer. Originally a record producer for rappers such as $not, he went viral in 2022 for his song "Awkward Freestyle". After signing to RCA Records, he released his first studio album, Melody of a Memory, in 2025. Eem is known for his unique, laid-back vocals and plugg style that has been compared to 454.
Eem had been making music since 2018, mainly producing songs for the rapper $not and selling beats on YouTube and BeatStars.[3]
He began to rise in popularity following the virality of his 2022 single "Awkward Freestyle", which samples the 2013 song "Awkward" by Tyler, the Creator and was later acknowledged by him.[1][4][5] In 2022, he also performed at Rolling Loud New York; his performance only had 13 people in attendance, so the festival gave him a custom gold Xbox as a consolation gift.[6][7]
In 2023, he served as a supporting act for Lucki's Flawless Like Me Tour.[8] In that year, he also released an EP on July 9, Still Pretty.[9][10] Following its release, Eem announced a tour throughout North America.[11][12]
In 2024, he released the lead single for his first studio album, Melody of a Memory,[13] and guest featured on the deluxe version of the album C,XOXO by Camila Cabello. Melody of a Memory, his first release after signing with RCA Records, was released on February 17, 2025.[14]DJ Dahi was the album's executive producer.[15]
On June 24, 2025, Eem Triplin was listed as one of the 12 artists on the annual XXL Freshman List.[16]
Influences and artistry
Eem's music has been categorized as plugg[17] and he has been compared to Florida rapper 454 in his style, with them both having a "hyperactive sound" and "hypnotic flows".[18][19]The Fader categorizes Eem as "a descendant of Duwap Kaine" with his "loose melodicism and unapologetic hedonism."[20] He uses a unique voice in his music that sets him apart from others in the genre.[13]
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