$kinny

$kinny, born Sami Hamed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to a Saudi father and American mother, is a rapper and producer blending Gulf and Western hip-hop influences. Growing up splitting time between Saudi Arabia and Los Angeles, he carved his sound through self-produced projects like his 2014 debut mixtape *Ghetto Disneyland*, later gaining traction with hits like "Never Snitch" and his 2019 chart-topping album *Thank You For Nothing*. Known for his dreadlocks, tattoos, and trippy beats over heavy 808s, he navigates cultural duality through lyrics balancing bravado ("Pussy Money Kush") and introspection, while maintaining his identity as a practicing Muslim. His LA-meets-Riyadh perspective fuels tracks like "Saudi Most Wanted," reflecting his mission to bridge Middle Eastern and global hip-hop scenes.