Tef Poe

**Tef Poe** is a St. Louis-born rapper, activist, and cultural commentator whose raw lyricism and unflinching social commentary have solidified him as a vital voice in hip-hop. Blending gritty storytelling with politically charged themes, his music—like tracks *WARZONE* and *Hiroshima*—reflects his roots in Ferguson, Missouri, and his frontline involvement in the Black Lives Matter movement following the 2014 protests. A co-founder of the Hands Up United organization, Tef seamlessly merges art with activism, using his platform to address systemic injustice while staying rooted in the rhythms of the Midwest. His projects, including *The Nuclear Era: Volume 1* and *BILLY JEAN*, showcase his knack for pairing boom-bap beats with urgent, thought-provoking narratives. Beyond music, he’s a published writer and frequent speaker on race and resistance, proving his art is as much about the streets as it is about shifting the culture.