MUNNA IKEE UNVEILS NEW ALBUM, HOPE IN MY HOOD VOL.1 INCLUDES FEATURES FROM G HERBO AND HUNXHO
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MUNNA IKEE UNVEILS NEW ALBUM, HOPE IN MY HOOD VOL.1
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Today, Chicago rapper Munna Ikee has officially released his new album, Hope In My Hood Vol 1. The project marks the next chapter for the rising O’Block artist whose melodic storytelling has made him one of the most compelling new voices to emerge from the South Side. The album includes previously released singles “Oh Brother” and “Save Me” along with appearances from G Herbo on “Live From The Ghetto” and Hunxcho on “Pretty Girls.” Hope In My Hood Vol. 1 is rooted in Ikee’s own story. Raised on Chicago’s South Side, he began rapping as a teenager but started taking music seriously following the death of his friend Zell. Early tracks like “Think About,” “V. Roy Did,” and “Until We Meet Again” showcased his instinct for melody and transparent emotion, earning him early support across his community. By 2024, that momentum led to his signing with Interscope. The project also reflects Ikee’s growing role within O’Block. In the absence of figures like King Von and during Lil Durk’s current incarceration, Ikee views the album as part of carrying the legacy of the neighborhood’s artists forward. Beyond the music, he has made efforts to mend long-standing tensions in Chicago by speaking directly with people in rival areas, a path aligned with the album’s larger purpose. “The music speaks for itself,” Ikee says. “I give hope to my city.” With Hope In My Hood Vol 1, Munna Ikee expands the foundation he’s been building since his first release, delivering a body of work that documents the realities of his community while pushing for something better. HOPE IN MY HOOD VOL. 1 MUNNA IKEE 1. OH BROTHER 2. 3AM 3. LIVE FROM THE GHETTO FT. GHERBO 4. DON’T LET ME DOWN 5. UH OHH 6. ANYTHING 7. SAVE ME 8. BULLSHIT 9. PERFECT TIMING 10. OUTTA MY MIND 11. PRETTY GIRLS FT. HUNXHO 12. WOOH 13. DASHBOARD 14. LONG ROAD 15. STILL TICKING |
