16RAHEEM

Rooted in the atmosphere of his hometown, Chicago, 16RAHEEM’s sound reflects the soul and grit of the city, while his Pakistani background adds a rich cultural depth that subtly informs his worldview and artistic voice
As a successor of the post-2010s Chicago Hip-Hop scene, he carries forward its legacy with a modern voice, channeling the city’s complexity through vivid storytelling. Whether it’s soulful boom bap or melodic trap, 16’s music is always anchored in meaning, proving that poetry and progression can go hand in hand.
A true lover of music and a Hip-Hop head, Raheem’s creative inspiration comes from a diverse pallet of artists such as Lupe Fiasco, Lil Poppa, Money Man, Young Thug, Mick Jenkins, MF DOOM and more.

16RAHEEM’s music often delves into spiritual and introspective themes, reflecting his faith and inner struggles with truthfulness. Tracks like <a href="spotify:track:7FRZW1XLMAZdHDh3l9W9Cs" data-name="Clarity">Clarity</a> and <a href="spotify:track:3mURIWxRH60GUx5FutrvAP" data-name="Deprived 2 (Intro)">Deprived 2 (Intro)</a> explore his search for peace and divine guidance, while songs like <a href="spotify:track:4PrsErOmEuxsbwTTPlJwaw" data-name="No Dealings">No Dealings</a>, <a href="spotify:track:5LGIcBDBf3qxm4bLtLZaXu" data-name="Let Me Live">Let Me Live</a>, and <a href="spotify:track:7q1vCBJQLElLWKZPTuFN7u" data-name="dopamine diet">dopamine diet</a> confront pain, addiction, and heartbreak with raw vulnerability.
His collaboration with globally recognized Muslim artist <a href="spotify:artist:2XYgHUbsmab6VT4a3FF9mX" data-name="Khāled Siddīq">Khāled Siddīq</a> further amplifies his commitment to representing his Islamic identity through art. Through it all, 16RAHEEM offers a lens into his spiritual journey, using music as both testimony and healing.

He created the label &amp; collective ‘The 4th Kind’, in 2017.
The 4th Kind consists of <a href="spotify:artist:7ntM29yyWsVreVgM7vvWFI" data-name="Wodiene">Wodiene</a> , <a href="spotify:artist:3fufyn2GgMFjq2jF7XbKg5" data-name="Jsteezzy">Jsteezzy</a> &amp; <a href="spotify:artist:5q6nets3H1uE8VcWoEHfTG" data-name="Freewave Ant">Freewave Ant</a>