Big K.R.I.T. (an acronym for King Remembered In Time) is an American rapper, producer, and songwriter hailing from Meridian, Mississippi. Born Justin Lewis Scott on August 26, 1986, he has become known for his southern hip hop roots and adept fusion of soulful beats with sharp, thoughtful lyricism. K.R.I.T. first gained widespread attention with the release of his mixtape, "K.R.I.T. Wuz Here" in 2010, which set the tone for his career as a torchbearer for the Southern rap tradition, with influences from the likes of UGK and OutKast.

Evolving as an independent powerhouse in the hip-hop industry, Big K.R.I.T. has consistently released a stream of critically acclaimed projects. His discography includes his 2012 debut studio album "Live from the Underground," which entered the Billboard 200 chart at number five, and subsequent albums like "Cadillactica" and "4Eva Is a Mighty Long Time," the latter featuring a double-disc format highlighting his versatility and depth as an artist. Throughout his career, K.R.I.T. has remained true to his roots while pushing the envelope with his sound, as evidenced by a slew of recent releases such as "You," "Eurostep," "Do It for the Ghetto," and "Full Court Press." Alongside these singles, tracks like "TURNIN' HEADS," "Birthday Season," "Another Life Goes By (Mississippi Mix)," "Extra Credit," "Ain’t No Fun," and "How The Story Goes" showcase his continued passion and growth as an influential voice within the genre.

Genres

Conscious Hip Hop

Mississippi Hip Hop

Southern Hip Hop

Trap

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Latest Release

Underground Ambassador

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Single - Released November 15, 2024