Azizi Gibson is an American rapper and record producer. He has a distinctive style that combines intelligent lyrics with unusual beats. Azizi’s music draws fans who appreciate his original take on hip-hop.

A member of the military, Gibson was born in Frankfurt, Germany. During his childhood he lived in several different countries including Zaire, Singapore and Thailand before finally settling in the United States. The diverse cultural experiences from his youth can be seen in his music which often features deep, thoughtful messages about various topics.

From Brainfeeder to Prehistoric

Gibson’s career took a turn after meeting Flying Lotus at a gym in Los Angeles. They got talking and Gibson ended up signing to Brainfeeder, the experimental label run by Flying Lotus.

In 2013 he released his debut mixtape Ghost In The Shell and followed it up a year later with Backward Books, an album that received widespread critical acclaim.

After spending some time at Brainfeeder, Azizi Gibson decided to go his own way and start his own creative movement. He wanted to make music that represented him fully, so he came up with the phrase “preHISTORIC Till Death.” In 2015, Gibson put out his debut album preHISTORIC Till Death. It was a strong record that showed off his talents as a rapper and songwriter.

Signature Style and Top Tracks

Azizi Gibson’s storytelling is unique because he draws from his own life experiences to create songs that are both personal and relatable. One of the key elements of his music is the alter-ego “The Grim Reaper,” who represents Azizi on his musical journey. This character features prominently in Azizi’s work, including his album Memoirs of the Reaper.

With millions of streams, some of the most loved songs by fans are Cabaret, Rain and Cobra. His style is very varied as he raps hard on some beats while others are more smooth or even trap. He has worked with well-known artists such as Waka Flocka Flame on Slave Ship and Freddie Gibbs on Hate To Say It.

Having released more than a dozen projects and completed several international tours, Azizi Gibson is one of the most imaginative and socially conscious artists in hip-hop today.