Kid Ink

548 songs19 albums

Songs548

Albums19

Views1.7M

About the artist

Kid Ink, born Brian Collins, is an American rapper and singer who built his early career independently before signing to a major label. He started out as a producer before shifting to rapping, and his breakout mixtapes and independent releases, including the album Up & Away, helped him build a grassroots following on the West Coast rap scene ahead of major-label success.

His commercial rise came with his second studio album, My Own Lane, and continued through Full Speed, which produced hit singles such as «Show Me», «Body Language», and «Be Real». His sound blends radio-friendly hip-hop with R&B and pop sensibilities, often built around club-ready hooks and guest features, positioning him as a hitmaker within mainstream rap rather than a lyrically dense underground figure.

Kid Ink has consistently worked with a wide range of collaborators across rap, pop, and R&B, reflecting his approach of crafting accessible, hook-driven singles. Tracks like «Main Chick» and «Money and the Power» remain among his most recognized work, cementing his place as a reliable presence on urban radio playlists throughout the 2010s.

Born1986

OriginLos Angeles, California, USA

Active since2010

LabelsRCA Records