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Ka Gave Us His Infinite Wisdom On “Cold Facts”

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Devastating news hit the hip-hop world this past week when it was revealed that underground artist Ka passed away at the age of 52. Overall, Ka was a legend of the underground who worked with artists like Roc Marciano and The Alchemist. He was beloved by his collaborators and his fans who were always eager to hear his new projects. Ka was an artist whose lyricism was completely unmatched. His wisdom was beyond comprehension and his words demanded your attention.

There is no better example of this than the song “Cold Facts” which came off of the project Grief Pedigree. With this track, Ka delivers poetic lyricism over skeletal production that will immediately leave a lasting impact on you. Ka was a poet in the truest sense of the word and you get that with every single line. It is one of those songs that you’re going to want to listen to over and over again as to get every little nuance. That was the kind of art that Ka produced, and hip-hop is going to miss him.

Let us know what your favorite songs and albums from Ka are, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that Ka was one of the best underground rappers out there? What will you remember most about him? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Ka Was A Visionary

Quotable Lyrics:

They stand the test, got Father Time rhymes
I know I’m blessed, Father, pardon my crimes
Just wanted to stack and ride Beemers
Don’t laugh on the ave with a pack of hyenas
Come through with the pride, get attacked with five ninas

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Indie-Rap Icon Ka Has Died At The Age Of 52

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Brooklyn rapper Kaseem Ryan, known professionally as Ka, has died at the age of 52, according to a post on his Instagram profile. The statement reads:

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Kaseem Ryan (1972-2024), the rapper and producer known as Ka, who died unexpectedly in New York City on October 12, at the age of 52. Born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Ka lived a life of service—to his city, to his community, and to his music. As a 20-year veteran of the New York City Fire Department, he put his life on the line to protect his fellow citizens. Ka rose to the rank of FDNY captain and was a first responder on September 11, 2001 during the attacks on the World Trade Center. He leaves an extraordinary legacy as a recording artist, including eleven remarkable self-released solo albums. Ka is survived by his wife, mother and sister. We kindly ask that the privacy of Ka’s family and loved ones be respected as they grieve this incalculable loss.

Ka was a staple of the underground, indie-rap scene, self-releasing nine solo albums since 2008 on his Iron Works label. Ka was not only known for his wordy flow and heady approach to lyricism, but also for being a down-to-earth example of the rap everyman who created music as much for the love of rap as for money. It was famously revealed in 2016 that he was a member of the New York City Fire Department; one of several underground rappers who openly admitted to keeping a “day job,” he was an example for those who didn’t necessarily want to make rap their “main” career but still loved rapping enough to make a career out of it.

Ka’s most recent output, with albums like A Martyr’s Reward, Languish Arts, and his sole 2024 release The Thief Next to Jesus, were critically acclaimed if not commercially well-known; his fans have been some of the most vociferously supportive, despite a relative lack of notoriety. His impact on rap is outsized, and as more fans come to discover his work in the coming weeks, months, and years, the loss to hip-hop will become more apparent every day.

Ka Releases “Such Devotion”, A Terrific Sampler From His New Album

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Ka, a true one-of-a-kind MC hailing from the neighborhood of Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York, is back with “Such Devotion”. This is a brand-new offering from the firefighter who spits fire bars, and it’s his first release in about a year. The last time Ka put out a track was “Ascension”, however, the last time we got a project was 2022’s Languish Arts. Ka is putting an end to that dry spell too, as just a few hours ago he dropped an album called The Thief Next To Jesus. This bombshell comes courtesy of Stereogum, and the only way you listen to it is if you cop it on his website.

You can find the link to Ka’s page with the first “[Via]” link below. It’s available for $20.00 in digital form only. This is something that he has done throughout his career, and we encourage you to support his work. While we aren’t able to listen to the project in its entirety, we can tell it’s going to be fantastic based on the results of “Such Devotion”. Like all of his work, its self-produced and it’s incredibly high quality. The gospel-like sample flip over the drum-less beat is truly awe-inspiring and Ka’s bars about resiliency are all the motivation you’re going to need to tackle the day. The Thief Next To Jesus is 14-tracks and its his 11th album to date.

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“Such Devotion”- Ka

 
 
 
 
 
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Quotable Lyrics:

If it’s a bounty you’re bound to encouter us approaching
Straight or super narrow, no Cupid’s arrow or lover’s potion
Our start honestly is dark comedy, no brothers joking
Aggressive tone for flesh and bone, that’s why blood is spoken
These gardens hardened a heart that was tender
Moms is solid, my Earth never shook, not a tremor

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Best Hip-Hop Projects of 2021

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