Kid Ink, born Brian Todd Collins on April 1, 1986, in Los Angeles, California, is an American rapper, singer, and record producer known for his melodic hooks and club-ready beats. Stepping into the music scene in the early 2010s, he gained recognition with several mixtapes such as "Crash Landing," "Daydreamer," and "Wheels Up" that featured his versatility and knack for catchy tunes. His rise to fame was propelled by the success of his 2013 album "My Own Lane," which included the double-platinum hit single "Show Me" featuring Chris Brown.

Throughout his career, Kid Ink has focused on maintaining a steady workflow, consistently releasing new music including singles like "LTW" and "Put On (Am I Wrong)," showcasing his fluidity in hopping across diverse hip-hop and R&B landscapes. His sound, often characterized by a confident West Coast swagger mixed with club-oriented rhythms, is evident in tracks such as "Drop That Low (When I Dip)" and its remix by Antoine Delvig, as well as "Mykonos Flow" and "Big Burna." Kid Ink's ability to craft tracks that are at home both in the headphones of listeners looking for a smooth vibe and on the dancefloors across the globe is what has cemented his status as a mainstay in the urban music scene.

Genres

Pop Rap

Rap

Southern Hip Hop

Trap

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Tory Lanez

Wiz Khalifa

Tyga

YG

Post Malone

Travis Scott

Chris Brown

J. Cole

G-Eazy

Big Sean

Jeremih

Meek Mill

Latest Release

LTW

Kid Ink

Single - Released April 20, 2023