1 week Ago By N/A (Jonathan Hicap)
Japanese hip-hop artist Awich is back with a new track, "Butcher Shop," featuring NYC rap icon, Ferg. After making waves in Asia with “Asian State of Mind,” Awich now sets her sights on the US with the new release. “Butcher Shop” is produced by Rza, the founding member of the iconic hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan who has left an indelible mark on hip-hop history.
The combined force of Awich, Ferg and Rza resulted in a powerful track that merges international flair with the soul of old-school hip-hop. Awich and Ferg (Contributed photo) Awich (Contributed photo) “‘Butcher Shop’ is a place where three of my realities intersect—Okinawa, where I was born and raised; Tokyo, where I live now; and New York. Together with a legend like Rza and a true embodiment of the streets like Ferg, we cut through the noise with sharp words and beats to capture the spirit of this borderless era.
This song is a crossroads—Japan and NYC, culture and fashion, luxury and play, sin and consequence. Everyone brings their own ‘meat’ to the table, and we slice into the truth. Welcome to our ‘Butcher Shop,’” said Awich.
The collaboration—transcending genre, borders, and generations—signals Awich’s bold entry into the US hip-hop scene. It marks the birth of a track where the roots and future of Japanese hip-hop resonate with the heart of American rap. A music video featuring Awich and Ferg will be released on April 14.
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