Genesis Renji

Maryland-born, Wisconsin-raised rapper Genesis Renji is an archetype for the multidisciplinary artist. With talents spanning from rapping and songwriting to music engineering and authorship, the Emmy-nominated emcee’s music is powered by lyrical finesse and a zealous knack for constant evolution. His music reflects his astrological mapping, a Gemini who channels his gift of duality by way of introspective verses and anthemic choruses. Renji’s art is grounded in his DMV roots but elevated by his Milwaukee upbringing. Though he wrote his first rap at 12 years old, Renji’s artistic aspirations wouldn’t materialize until later, when freestyle sessions with his brothers and cousin Pierre and high school open mics caused him to realize his own potential. Finding inspiration in reflective hip-hop acts such as Drake, Childish Gambino, Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, and later, the late Nipsey Hussle, Renji began assembling the building blocks of his own sound, carefully curating a fusion of stimulating bars and thought-provoking storytelling. With a resume that includes landing song placements, publishing a self-help book, performing at a Milwaukee Bucks halftime show, spearheading his own indie label, Genesis has proven his vocal dexterity and undeniable star power are one-of-one. As his art continues to flourish and cover new ground, Genesis is only concerned with being the best version of himself, and he’s willing to sacrifice everything in hopes of gaining the world.