Indian rap newcomer Hanumankind, who’s currently capturing hearts throughout the world, with his new song “Big Dawgs“.
He hails from Bangalore, India, and he is the real deal that’s causing ripples beyond the shores of India, even getting some comparisons to Kendrick Lamar. So sit back and let me take you on a ride through Hanumankind’s rise, the triumph of “Big Dawgs,” and how he is stealing the spotlight from some of the most popular rappers.
The Rise of Hanumankind
Hanumankind, whose real name is Sooraj Cherukat, has been proving for the past few years that he is the real deal in the Indian hip-hop world. The combination of deep and meaningful lyrics, along with the complexity of words and the prowess with which he raps, has been a package that has drawn listeners and critics. But how has this sojourn come into being?
Born and brought up in Bangalore, Hanumankind was initiated with a number of music types and styles. But it was hip-hop, the genre he thought was absolutely mind-blowing. Imitating such artists as J. Cole, Kendrick Lamars, and Nas, he started to write verses for himself for the sake of it. He invested a lot of his time in it, and it became more of an obsession, and he began to perform in local rap battles.
Almost all of Sooraj’s songs are autobiographies of his real-life concert plus cultural critique. Most of his tracks are centered on issues of identity, societal issues, and the day-to-day life of the average man, something that makes him unique in an industry widely considered to be full of materialism and products.
‘Big Dawgs’: A Track That Roars
Another hot musical production from is Big Dawgs, which was released recently and has gone viral. Yee has only released one track to his name, and this is an aggressive hip-hop anthem that highlights inherent lyrical ability and a willingness to experiment. So why does “Big Dawgs” shine so brightly?
First of all, of course, there is the energy. Right from the introduction to the last tuned sequence of bars, “Big Dawgs” rocks ultimate self-assertion. Of course, Hanumankind’s delivery is very strong and aggressive, in tune with the music track. The song still has verses with Hanumankind slamming his rap abilities as well as others where he contemplates his past and his struggles.
It features rhythms ‘and’ beats crafted by skilled producers that make perfect sense with his music. This is vintage hip-hop, but all these elements are modern and executed with live instruments, including bass, drums, and synths. This use of classic and modern components is therefore a marvelous proof of the variety and the mastery of the style.
Outshining Kendrick Lamar: A Bold Comparison?
Such comparisons were initially received with a pinch of salt when they first began to mature. What was Issa Rae doing on a HBO series when she already headlined a film that was nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars??? For all we know, Lamar is an artist whose recent picture won the Pulitzer Prize and is already a historical figure in hip-hop music. More people listened to “Big Dawgs,” other songs started to sound familiar, and analyses of Hanumankind started to make sense.
In the same way as in the song ‘Compton’ performed by Lamar, narratives are at the core of Hanumankind’s songs. He gets to educate the public about injustices that happen in society, and he stands for the voiceless. He has a poetic approach to rap, great wordplay, and a great voice, which makes him occupy the pinnacle of the hip-hop charts.
But it is worth mentioning that Hanumankind is not a clone of Kendrick Lamar. Nevertheless, he has adopted the same, given that there is influence in variation while at the same time establishing his own style. Desi origin is indeed well evident in most of his work, including the topics he sings about and, rarely, the language employed in his compositions. The culture clash of this uniqueness is something that you don’t normally find in mainstream hip-hop, and this is why Hanumankind is a standout in a filled niche.
- Hanumankind: Future of Indian Hip Hop | Source: hanumankind (Instagram)
The Future of Indian Hip-Hop
Hanumankind’s rise is therefore an indication of the growth of the Indian hip-hop industry. In the recent past, artists from all over the country have been established both on the national and international markets. Thanks to YouTube and streaming services, Indian rappers are finally being seen and heard as they deserve to be.
Regarding Hanumankind, it is impossible to mention the future as being anything but extremely promising. Thanks to “Big Dawgs,” he has demonstrated that he has all it takes to conquer the international market. And, with more music in the pipeline, it will not be long before he attains the status of a global icon, starting with India.
Source: Hanumankind
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Regarding latest track, “Big Dawgs,” what are your thoughts? Can you see him outperforming global artists like Kendrick Lamar? Feel free to let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. So, let it continue!