—razor-sharp bars laced with self-control, determination, and self-mastery.
REKS has never been one to pull punches, and with “I Am Not Your Negro”, his joint effort with Karlitodakid, he once again affirms his place as one of underground hip-hop’s most fearless voices. Inspired by Malcom X’s searing commentary, this project doesn’t just aim to entertain—it dares you to think and take accountability. The title alone sets the tone. From the jump, REKS brings his signature lyrical fire—razor-sharp bars laced with self-control, determination, and self-mastery, but that’s what we’ve come to expect.
hip-hop’s most important role isn’t just to chart hits—it’s to challenge power, speak truth, and document the struggle.
Standout tracks like “Heavy is the Crown ft. Skyzoo” and “Good Girls Dont Deserve Bad Guys” anchor the albums tone of unapologetic accountability. Production-wise, the album thrives in gritty boom-bap terrain— militant drums, and soul loops that feel like unearthed gems. There’s no flash or over-polished gloss here, and that’s the point. Karlitodakid has crafter a sophisticated, soulful soundscape—dressed in hoodies and fitteds, not suits and ties.
I Am Not Your Negro is raw, real, and necessary. It’s a reminder that hip-hop’s most important role isn’t just to chart hits—it’s to challenge power, speak truth, and document the struggle. In that mission, REKS and Karlitodakid don’t just succeed—they excel.
Rating: 8.5/10
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