Rappers DIVINE and IKKA garner over 2mn views in 24 hours with 1st collaboration

By - IANS

OCTOBER 27,2020

Rappers DIVINE and IKKA have collaborated for the first time, and their high-octane hip-hop track, Level up, has received over two million views in a day.The lyrics, penned by the rapper duo, portray their struggles and how they have evolved in hip-hop.The hook of the song is written and belted out by Kaater, one of IKKA39s mentees and the music is produced by DJ MissyK. "I was eagerly waiting for 'Level up39 to release, and now that it39s out, I can39t wait for my fans to check it out. Hip-hop is my passion, and nothing can justify my love for it," said IKKA."I am very grateful to DIVINE for hopping on to this collaboration. It was an amazing experience working with him, Kaater and DJ MissyK, who has produced the song. I am sure my fans will shower their love on this track, and it will become a trend setting record," he added. Commenting on the collaboration, DIVINE said: "I vibed on 'Level up39 as soon as IKKA sent me the version to write and record during the lockdown and I39m glad that it39s finally out after all this time. Moreover, I39ve heard IKKA39s album 'I39 all the way through and I think it39s going to be one of the best to come out of Indian hip-hop. Looking forward to it."The song is from IKKA39s upcoming debut album "I". It revolves around his real-life story and experience within India39s hip-hop community.