A historic milestone in Singapore’s hip-hop scene is set to unfold as 22 Malay rappers come together for a groundbreaking mixtape, officially aiming to be inducted into the Singapore Book of Records for “Most Malay Rappers Featured in a Single Mixtape.”
The project is a diverse tapestry of talent, featuring both male and female rappers across generations. From rising stars to seasoned veterans, the lineup includes: Pat Machima, Chaz Ali, Zul Mystroe, Young Khalifa, Poetic Maleeka, Kamarxkazie, Flique, Arissa Zara, Eriy Ryzale, Dilliqeez, Kim$, Atrez, Sang Chita, Lee Rocka, Emma Darwisyah, I.Q., L.Mi, Far Puisi, Phazz, A.T.Y.M.E., Yun, and Fyz Jiggy.
One standout in the collective is Arissa Zara, one of the youngest rappers in the lineup, proving that youth is no barrier to lyrical skill. Adding to the cultural richness of the project is Lee Rocka, the only Chinese rapper in the track,spitting entirely in Malay, highlighting the unity and multiculturalism of Singapore’s urban music scene.
Amyr Abadawn, Pat Machima, and Sang Chita sparked the idea in September 2024 by reaching out to the local scene to gather artists. While the journey was filled with scheduling challenges and some rejections due to personal commitments, the persistence of coordinators Pat Machima and Sang Chita made the impossible possible. The song is called Bangkit, which means Rise.
All vocals were recorded at Exuism Record, with instrumental and technical support from Magix Mpire Studio and creative direction by Koolfellerz Group. The official music video, shot across 3 days due to artist availability, was recorded at Blackbook Studio and Arab Street, whose generous space contribution was vital to the visual production.
The official launch of the mixtape and music video will be held on 30 May 2025, at R&W, with media coverage. The music video will premiere on YouTube at 10 PM the same night. The event will also feature live performances by several rappers and on-site media interviews, celebrating this landmark achievement in Singapore’s music history.
With this release, the team has formally notified the Singapore Book of Records, confident that this project will set a new national benchmark for unity, creativity, and representation in local hip-hop.
“This isn’t just a song—it’s a movement, a statement, and a memory in the making,” says Amyr Abadawn. And for the Singapore hip-hop community history.
Will be out on YouTube on 30 May 2025:
