INTRODUCTION
Smoke, an Indian Rap Artist from Delhi also known as Punchline King recently dropped an Ep called “Khel Kood”. The Ep features various amazing talents such as OG Lucifer, Qaab, Rebel7 and the famous Rapper from the city Karachi, Umer Anjum.
The Ep has 7 tracks packed and each track shows it’s own Uniqueness. The Project is a proof of why Smoke is being called as a Punchline King of Sheher Dilli
SOUND & STYLE
• A ONE: The EP opens up with a intro track called A ONE. Smoke kept it simple and authentic as In this track he talks about how he’s better than most of the mainstream rappers. He says that he’s getting more deals and doing tours and ain’t gonna stop. He’s a real one since day one and will keep inspiring the youth. The Track features a catchy hook.
“Ye companies bus chai meethi pilaye
Convince kare mujhe ki main karlunga sign
Kitni koshish kari par kharid hi nhi paaye
Jo mujhe chahiye deal hi ni laye”
• Piracy (With OG Lucifer): The track Piracy with the renowned Rapper from the label DL91 follows a hardcore theme. Both the artists hops on the beat and kills it. Smoke sets the stage on fire with his crazy references and bars. While Lucifer goes Hardcore with his gangsta and explicit rap
“Bohot bura hu main, chal side hokar
Mere chehre se dhoka tu khayio mat
Trust karu apne bhai log par
Hum dimag se hatey ve, bipolar”
• Clout Chase: Clout Chase gives a little bit same vibe as the track Quotables from the Album He Raps Like. Although In this track Smoke talks about his inspirations and how’s he’s the OG of the rap scene. He drops some huge names such as Seedhe Maut, Jay-z, Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar and Many More
“Gussa ye brolly ka
Keemat mere soul ki na
Tabse karra jab abj calm the
Par seedhe maut nhi the”
• Gorilla (With Rebel7): The track Gorilla is a collaboration between the unofficial duo Rebel7 and Smoke. Their previous collabs has also left a mark on the scene. Together, they never miss with their razor sharp cutting bars
“Launday ye flow kare corny sa
Pila do inko jaake bourn Vita
Powered up like am boyka
Powered up like a gorilla”
• Bigda (With Qaab) ‘Smoke Break’ : What’s Smoke Break? Let’s understand “Smoke bhai jis gaane ka remix karenge wo uska Smoke Break Version hoga but Officially” So the track “Bigda” is a remix of “Bigdalude by the Trapstar Qaab”. The track revolves around the themes of love and flex. The track gives so much chills.
“Vo hai bigdi hai par main thoda theek
Mera Dil toda par hai Rona nahi
Kehti tujhse pyaar kabhi hoga
Tabhi flight book kari Goa ki”
• Filmy Freestyle (With Umer Anjum): STANDOUT TRACK, Refer The Next HEADING.
• For My Name: The Ep concludes with this beautiful soul touching track. Smoke shows his different side to his fans. His words are a testament to the strong bonds he formed within the community. He extends his gratitude to his Fans, Homies and Inner Circle
“Now I gotta do it for my gang
Do it for my babe
Do it for my fam
Do it for my name”
PROD. & STANDOUT TRACK
The six-track project features anonymous producers, each bringing unique flavors to the table. Despite the mysterious credits, the beats are consistently engaging.
Rijul Satti, underrated talent from Delhi has also been a part of the Ep, He has produced the fourth track called Gorilla Ft. Rebel7 and had concluded the Ep with the soul touching melody, For My Name.
The crown jewel is “Filmy Freestyle,” a historic collaboration between Smoke and Pakistan’s Umer Anjum. Produced by Yoki, this track embodies the spirit of musical unity. Yoki’s production masterfully merges traditional Indian elements with modern hip-hop sensibilities, Both the rappers unleashes their lyrical powess. Both of them showcasing their exceptional skills that makes them standout from the whole scene. Smoke Reppin Delhi and Umer Anjum Reppin Karachi, both the rappers ate exchanging bars that proudly rep their respective cities
“Against all odds, mein karun defy
Delhi number one city on my Spotify
Bhadvon ko jagah nahi milli, woh mera spot chahe
Baap tere bohot unme dou idhar laut aye”
CONCLUSION
Smoke’s “Khel Kood” EP is a testament to the rapper’s versatility, creativity, and passion. With its production, meaningful lyrics, and memorable collaborations, this project proves the words said by Smoke: “India Ka Top 5, Not Up For Argue”
From the hardcore tracks such as “Filmy Freestyle”, “Clout Chase” to the Beautiful soul touching “For My Name”, each track showcases it’s own uniqueness
The EP has all that a listener could ask for, Thus making it a must-listen for fans of hip-hop and beyond.
INSHORT : ??? ?? “KHEL–KOOD” ?? BANGER ??? ????.
