Lil Tecca stacks hit-after-hit so effortlessly.
Whether it’s breakout tracks like “Did It Again” and “Ransom” or recent highlights like “500lbs” and “Lot Of Me,” the Internet Money rapper has indelibly left his mark as a current-gen icon over the past half decade.
Off the back of his third studio album TEC, Tecca returned this past week with his latest offering “Down With Me” — an off-kilter, slow burn banger that sees the chart-topping New York native slide over whirly production from jk8.
Known for his unique hooks and distinctive flows, Lil Tecca has garnered nearly 10 billion streams over the course of his career — which includes a slew of RIAA platinum certifications (“Ransom,” “Did It Again” etc.). Consistently asserting his individuality on previous records in We Love You Tecca, Virgo World and We Love You Tecca 2, it’s clear that Tecca has solidified his presence in the industry.
“When fans listen to me, I think they see themselves to a degree… They see someone who has gone through what they’ve been through—or are going through. I want to be proof that it’s possible to overcome any trials and tribulations… I’m going to keep my chin up, so keep your chin up. It’s not a façade either; it’s TEC.”
Lil Tecca, via release
TEC earned the 21-year-old hitmaker his fourth consecutive Top 10 debut on the Billboard 200, holding the No. 4 spot in its opening week. Featuring production from BNYX, Taz Taylor and guest spots from Kodak Black and Opium star Ken Carson, TEC brought forth Lil Tecca’s most authentic, mature and potent performances to date — especially on tracks like “YVES,” “Dead Or Alive,” “Monday to Sunday” and more.
Past collaborations with Lil Uzi Vert, The Kid LAROI and Juice WRLD further displays his influence on the next generation, as his forthcoming North American “HVN ON EARTH” tour looks to bring the unabashed charisma found on TEC to new heights.
Check out “Down With Me” below!