RIGGA, a rapper and lyricist with a diverse journey from professional boxing to music, is set to release his highly anticipated debut EP OFF THE RIP on February 21st, 2025. This marks the artist’s first project since he began pursuing music seriously in June 2024, and also the first release under his new artist name, RIGGA. Previously known as STAY READY in the boxing world, RIGGA is now ready to carve out his place in the UK music scene, bringing his raw, authentic sound to the forefront.
OFF THE RIP was created in a spontaneous burst of creativity. After experiencing a series of frustrating delays from a potential industry partner, RIGGA decided to take matters into his own hands. “I was at a very low point, feeling like time had been wasted. But then my friend told me, ‘bro you’re actually cold, you just gotta show people, drop a tape, like off the rip.’ So that’s what I decided to do, and to title the project Off The Rip just came with a poetic feel for me“ RIGGA shares. On a random Friday evening in November 2024, he fired up his home studio setup, drank an energy drink for a boost, and began recording. By 4 AM, he had completed five tracks for the project. With beats sourced primarily from YouTube and one personal collaboration with an underground producer he met on Instagram, RIGGA crafted the entire EP in a raw, unfiltered manner. “I wanted to work with unknown producers who are also grinding and starting from ground zero. This project is as much about them as it is about me,” he explains.
The EP showcases RIGGA’s versatility, seamlessly blending hard-hitting rap with melodic moments, and displaying his range as an artist, not just a rapper. He intends for listeners to understand that his artistry goes beyond the bars he spits, encompassing emotion, storytelling, and innovation. With OFF THE RIP, RIGGA is stepping into the UK music scene with confidence, aiming to land his music on the right playlists and into the ears of the right audience. Though it’s his debut project, RIGGA is already looking ahead to the future. He has another project nearly finished, a follow-up that will continue to evolve his sound and solidify his place in the music world. For RIGGA, this is just the beginning of what promises to be a dynamic career.
RIGGA’s debut EP OFF THE RIP delivers a raw and energetic sound that introduces his unique voice to the UK rap scene. With a mix of sharp lyrics and smooth melodies, the project shows RIGGA’s versatility as both a storyteller and an artist. The spontaneous nature of the recording process adds an authentic, unpolished edge that only enhances its appeal. Each track packs emotion, ambition, and creative flair, solidifying RIGGA’s place as a fresh force in the industry. OFF THE RIP is a powerful start and promises more exciting things to come from this rising talent.
Born and raised in North West London, RIGGA’s path to music was anything but traditional. A professional boxer since 2017, RIGGA honed his discipline and work ethic in the ring before turning his attention to music. His first love was rapping, starting at just 12 years old, but boxing had taken priority until now. His unique background shines through in his music, blending the precision and mental toughness of a fighter with the raw energy and creativity of an artist. RIGGA’s story began gaining attention in 2024, with his feature on UK music, style, and culture platform Trench. The feature highlighted his potential as a new voice in the UK music scene and laid the groundwork for what has now become his debut EP release. “The name RIGGA has always been close to me. It’s what I’ve gone by with my friends for years. STAY READY took off in the boxing world, but now it’s time for RIGGA to do the same in music.”
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