Northern Uganda’s hip-hop icon, Judah Rapknowledge Da Akbar, has achieved a milestone with his latest music video, “Who Is the King,” garnering over 12,000 views and positive comments on YouTube.
The highly anticipated video was premiered on June 25th and has continued to make waves in the local music scene.
In “Who Is the King,” Judah aims to distinguish real hip-hop from kidandali, a popular Ugandan music genre. With his distinct style and deep lyrics, he captivates fans and leaves a lasting impression.
One YouTube user, @muferikiegbwoy463, commented, “Everyone, all over, come and experience the sweet and profound lyrics from this Ugandan icon star, Mr. Rapknowledge Da Akbar.”
The response from fans has been overwhelmingly positive, with @brianwokorach5348 expressing, “Let’s all gather and have a moment of silence to give this guy the respect he deserves.”
As the comments rains, another fan, @yetundemedia8615, recognizes Judah as the present and future of hip-hop in Uganda, urging for his protection. @kabilalaurence5405 adds, “This rapper is sent from heaven, flow, rhyme, everything is too sweet.”
“Who Is the King” single was produced by Giddy Beats, and the music video was directed by Woko Derick, one of Uganda’s leading video directors known for creating visually stunning works. The collaboration between Judah, promoter Spragga and these talented individuals has resulted in a captivating visual experience that complements the powerful message of the song.
Judah Rapknowledge Da Akbar is not just a rapper but also a freestyle battle MC, songwriter, entrepreneur, and record producer. He is known for upholding the legacy of gangster rap in Uganda and has inspired numerous aspiring artists, earning him the nickname “Lapwony,” meaning the teacher. Additionally, Judah has established a gangster hip-hop group called Soulz of Afrika.
Judas’ musical journey has been influenced by renowned artists such as Rakim, KRS One, and Nas. As his talent and dedication were recognized through multiple awards from both northern and central Uganda, he was given with the name Da Akbar, which translates to “the great” in Arabic.
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