"Headshot" is a song by American rappers Lil Tjay, Polo G, and Fivio Foreign. It was released through Columbia and Sony as the fifth single from the former's second studio album, Destined 2 Win, on March 19, 2021. The artists wrote the song alongside its producers, TNTXD, Tahj Money, Dmac, 101Slide, Bordeaux, and Non Native.
Tavares Lamont Taylor, known professionally as Lil Reese, is an American rapper. Hailing from Chicago's drill scene in the early 2010s, he is known for his collaborations with fellow rappers Chief Keef, Fredo Santana, and Lil Durk. In 2012, Taylor was featured on Chief Keef's single "I Don't Like", which peaked at number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100, peaked at number 20 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, and peaked at number 15 on the Hot Rap Songs chart. His debut mixtape, ‘Don't Like’ was released later that year. Since the first mixtape release, Taylor has gone on to release six mixtapes in total, including the 2013 ‘Supa Savage’ mixtape, as well as three EPs, including the 2017 collaborative project ‘Supa Vultures’ EP with Lil Durk. Lil Reese December 9. 2023 Chicago Chicago, Illinois, U.S
Derrick Antonio Coleman, known professionally as Fredo Santana, was an American rapper. The older cousin of rapper Chief Keef, Santana began recording music in 2011, releasing a series of mixtapes throughout 2012 and 2013.
Supa Savage is the second mixtape by American rapper Lil Reese, released on September 2, 2013. The mixtape features guest appearances from Chief Keef, Lil Durk, Waka Flocka Flame, Wale, Johnny May Cash and Fredo Santana. It is hosted by Maybach Music Group's DJ Scream. There has been 6 music videos shot for the mixtape, for the songs "Relate", "Team", "Wassup", "Irrelevant", "Supa Savage" and "I Need That" which all premiered on WorldStarHipHop as music videos.
Leland Tyler Wayne, known professionally as Metro Boomin, is an American record producer. He is known for his dark production style and its influence on modern hip hop and trap music. He is widely considered one of the greatest producers of his generation. He is also credited for popularizing stylized producer tags in modern hip hop; these include "If Young Metro don't trust you, I'm gon’ shoot you" and "Metro Boomin want some more, nigga," respectively spoken by frequent collaborators Future and Young Thug; his other collaborators include Kanye West, the Weeknd, Travis Scott, Drake, 21 Savage, Nav, and Gucci Mane.
The Superiors are a father-son record production and songwriting duo from Wyandanch, New York, consisting of Sidney "S.I.D." Reynolds and Javon "Von" Reynolds. The duo has produced for notable hip-hop artists, such as Rod Wave, Lil Durk, and Polo G, with the single "Wishing for a Hero" being certified Gold by the RIAA.
Durk Derrick Banks, known professionally as Lil Durk, is an American rapper and singer from Chicago, Illinois. He first garnered a cult following with the release of his Signed to the Streets mixtape series (2013–2014), which led to his signing of a recording contract from Def Jam Recordings. The company would release his debut studio album, Remember My Name (2015), and its follow up, Lil Durk 2X, (2016) before he parted ways with the label in 2018.
Shane Lee Lindstrom, known professionally as Murda Beatz, is a Canadian record producer. He has produced hit singles including "Butterfly Effect" for Travis Scott, "Back on Road" for Gucci Mane, "Nice for What" for Drake, and "Motorsport" for Migos.
Wesley Tyler Glass, known professionally as Wheezy, is an American record producer and songwriter. He has worked with artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, Young Thug, Lil Baby, Future, King Von, 21 Savage, Gunna, Nav, Travis Scott, Drake, Bankroll Mafia, Trippie Redd, Juice Wrld, Rich the Kid, Meek Mill, Lil Durk, among others.
Cubeatz are a German hip hop production and songwriting duo from Hildrizhausen, consisting of twin brothers Kevin and Tim Gomringer. Originally embarking on their careers within German hip hop in 2008, they have since expanded and are now best known for their successful collaborations with international hip hop artists such as Drake, Future, Gucci Mane, 21 Savage, Lil Uzi Vert, and Travis Scott, among others. Cubeatz have specialized in creating melodies specifically for the purpose to be sampled by other producers to produce the final beat.
Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, known professionally as Tay Keith, is an American record producer, music programmer, and songwriter. He is best known for co-producing Travis Scott's 2018 single "Sicko Mode", peaking at the top of the Billboard Hot 100, as well as Drake's "Nonstop", BlocBoy JB's "Look Alive", and Eminem’s "Not Alike" which peaked respectively at number 2, 5, and 24 on the Hot 100. He is signed to publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and is a BMI member.
Taurus Tremani Bartlett, known professionally as Polo G, is an American rapper. He rose to prominence with his singles "Finer Things" and "Pop Out". His debut album Die a Legend (2019) peaked at number six on the US Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the RIAA.
Dayvon Daquan Bennett, known professionally as King Von, was an American drill rapper from Chicago, Illinois. He is largely considered one of the most influential figures who represent the drill genre.
"3 Headed Goat" is a song by American rapper Lil Durk featuring fellow American rappers Lil Baby and Polo G. It was released on May 7, 2020, as the third single from the former's fifth studio album Just Cause Y'all Waited 2 (2020), a day ahead of the album's release. On the song, the rappers combine to form a "3 headed G.O.A.T.". The track received positive reviews from critics and was Durk's highest-charting song until the release of Drake's "Laugh Now Cry Later".
Fredrick Dewon Thomas Givens II, known professionally as Fredo Bang, is an American rapper and online streamer from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is best known for his 2020 single "Top", which received platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His debut studio album, Most Hated (2020) was released through Se Lavi Productions and Def Jam Recordings, and executive produced by Moneybagg Yo.
This article summarizes the events, album releases, and album release dates in hip hop music for the year 2021.
"Rapstar" is a song by American rapper Polo G. It was released through Columbia Records as the third single from his third studio album, Hall of Fame, on April 9, 2021. The song was produced by Synco, with social media star Einer Bankz performing the ukulele. On the song, Polo G harmonizes about his growing stardom, the downside of fame and the rewards of it. The single was well received by critics and became Polo G's first number one hit on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Hall of Fame is the third studio album by American rapper Polo G. It was released on June 11, 2021. The album features guest appearances from the Kid Laroi, Lil Durk, Lil Wayne, Scorey, G Herbo, Rod Wave, DaBaby, Young Thug, Roddy Ricch, Nicki Minaj, the late Pop Smoke, and Fivio Foreign. Production was handled by Einer Bankz, Angelo Ferraro, D Mac, Karltin Bankz, Londn Blue, BKH, Synco, Tahj Money, Varohl, & WizardMCE, among others. The deluxe edition, Hall of Fame 2.0, was released on December 3, 2021, with fourteen bonus tracks. It features additional guest appearances from Lil Baby, Moneybagg Yo, Yungliv, NLE Choppa, and Lil Tjay.
"Chronicles" is a song by American rapper and singer Cordae featuring fellow American singer H.E.R. and fellow American rapper and singer Lil Durk. Written alongside producers Boi-1da, Don Mills, Audi, and Vinylz, it is taken from the former's second studio album From a Birds Eye View (2022). The song features a guitar-laden instrumental, as well as crooning from Cordae.
Robert Thomas, known professionally as Rob49, is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana.
